How stronger investment readiness, better financial practices, and research collaboration can unlock new opportunities for small businesses Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are central to Tanzania’s economic growth, yet access
Every successful business starts with an idea—but turning that idea into a thriving, sustainable enterprise requires knowledge, the right tools, and access to a supportive network. Across Tanzania, thousands of
The Coprosperity Fund is proud to fund and support another rising innovator from Zanzibar’s growing startup ecosystem: Fishhappy, winner of the Zanzibar Business Plan Competition 2026. As part of our
The Zanzibar Business Plan Competition Awards Ceremony, held on 15th March 2026 at the Park Hyatt Stonetown, was a resounding success—bringing together entrepreneurs, partners, and key stakeholders for a memorable
When it comes to starting a business in Tanzania, East Africa and elsewhere, early-stage founders often need more than just funding. While capital is important, several other factors play a
We know that companies, like countries, can have a culture. But what about an investment fund? Can an organization that provides funding and support to small businesses, like the Coprosperity
The Coprosperity Fund invested in Wakawear of Paje, Zanzibar in 2025, and has since been providing business support. We sat down with the company founders to discuss what impact that
The Coprosperity Fund team is excited to announce the official launch of the Zanzibar Business Plan Competition 2026, a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at funding and supporting high-potential business ideas and
The Coprosperity Fund was recently invited to partner with a new African Angel Network, the Kilimanjaro Angel and Mentor Network (KMAN). So we decided to invite them to do a
Introduction: Karibu TSW 2025! In last month’s post, we visited Lagos, Nigeria to cover the African Business Angels Network (ABAN) Congress 2025. In this month’s post, we go to Dar
