Tanzania, Feb. 1 -- Tanzania Breweries Limited (TBL) has appointed its first female managing director in its 90-year company history.

In a statement to its partners and stakeholders, TBL said, "We are pleased to announce a pivotal moment in the leadership trajectory of Tanzania Breweries Limited (TBL) as we proudly introduce Ms Michelle Kilpin as our newly appointed Managing Director."

Ms. Kilpin takes over at TBL after two years under Jose Moran's leadership, who is now progressing to a regional portfolio on the continent.

Ms. Kilpin brings a wealth of experience spanning over 19 years with TBL's parent company, ABInBev, where she has demonstrated expertise and milestones on the African continent.

"Ms Kilpin's commitment to TBL's str...