Dar es Salaam, Sept. 9 -- WHY do investors prefer T-Bonds over other investment options? Does this behaviour make economic sense, or is it driven by a lack of innovative alternatives for Tanzanian investors, options that could allow them to contribute more strategically to the countrys economic growth?

As an economic and investment analyst, I was deeply moved by the results of the 9 April 2025 auction, which aimed to raise 244.008bn/-. I was particularly struck by the number of applicants, the successful bidders and the overall outcome of the auction.

That reflection also made me consider the progress of the auctions and how the offered interest rates influence broader economic outcomes, such as stimulating growth and expanding national...