DEPUTY Prime Minister Dr. Dotto Biteko recently received a dummy cheque worth 50m/- for the construction of Bunge Boys Secondary School from NMB Bank.

Dr. Biteko received the dummy cheque during the NMB Bunge Sports Bonanza at John Merlin Secondary School grounds in Dodoma.

Dr. Biteko expressed that the donation will bolster the legislators' efforts in constructing the school, following the completion of the Bunge Girls Secondary School.

Dr. Biteko praised the bank's commitment to supporting Tanzanians in developmental activities, including sports, highlighting the bank’s contribution of various sports equipment and other necessities during the Bunge Bonanza.

 “I commend the bank for their generosity in allocating part of their profits to assist us. Do not hesitate to continue supporting us in the future when needed. I also urge other stakeholders to back this crucial school project for our youth,” Dr. Biteko stated.

Discussing Bonanza's theme on Electoral Participation, the Deputy Minister urged Tanzanians not to take the issue lightly, emphasizing that governance starts at the grassroots before reaching the national level and hence everyone is obliged to participate in the coming Local government elections.

Juma Kimori, bank’s chief financial officer assured that the bank would continue its community contributions to support the Sixth Phase Government’s efforts and the various initiatives driven by the legislators in their constituencies.

 “We have consistently supported matters of Health, Education, and Disaster Response. We will keep collaborating to drive development across communities, aiming to reach every Tanzanian,” Kimori assured.

Speaker of the National Assembly Dr. Tulia Ackson emphasized the need for continued collaboration with the bank in addressing various challenges while promoting the appropriate use of banking services across all community levels, including rural areas.

Festo Sanga, Bunge Bonanza Chairman noted that apart from sponsoring the Bonanza, the bank also demonstrated competitive prowess by defeating the strong Parliamentary Football Team with a 3-0 victory.

 Sanga emphasized that sports participation among Tanzanians enhances health, reducing medical expenses and building well-being to combat non-communicable diseases.