Build Your Money Confidence with SmartPesa

Practical, offline-ready lessons that turn Tanzanian shillings into lasting wealth.

Why Financial Literacy Matters in Tanzania

Only 38 % of Tanzanians keep a monthly budget, according to a 2023 Bank of Tanzania community survey.*

SmartPesa was created to close that gap by delivering short, engaging lessons that fit local realities—from boda boda drivers in Dar es Salaam to maize farmers in Singida. We believe every family deserves the skills to weather emergencies, grow savings, and make confident spending choices.

Our platform works even when you’re offline. Service workers cache lessons so your progress continues whether you’re in the heart of Arusha or traveling through the Serengeti.

* Source: Financial Capability Report, Bank of Tanzania, 2023.

Interactive Learning Modules

Family creating a monthly budget plan
Kuwa na Bajeti
  • 30-minute micro-course
  • Downloadable household worksheet
  • Free SMS reminders
Start Budgeting
Young woman happily depositing money into a jar
Akiba za Dharura
  • Goal-based savings calculator
  • Partner bank tips & deals
Build Savings
Shopper comparing prices at a Dar es Salaam market
Matumizi Mahiri
  • Needs vs. wants checklist
  • Discount-hunting hacks
Spend Smarter

Choose a Smart Guidance Plan

Free

TSh 0

  • Access to 1 module
  • Community forum
  • Offline caching

Starter

TSh 9,900

  • All 3 modules
  • Progress tracking
  • Monthly SMS tips

Pro

TSh 19,900

  • Everything in Starter
  • 1-on-1 coach (WhatsApp)
  • Printable certificates

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Real Stories, Real Impact

“SmartPesa turned my small kiosk profits into real savings.”

Result: Saved TSh 450,000 in 4 months

Asha K., Kariakoo

“Learning in Swahili on my phone—no data use—was a game changer.”

Result: Paid school fees on time for the first time

Juma S., Morogoro

“The budgeting worksheet helped my cooperative plan seed purchases for an entire season.”

Result: Cooperative savings grew by 23 %

Neema M., Mbeya

Meet the Minds Behind SmartPesa

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John Mwangi

Founder & Lead Developer

10 years building offline-first web apps across East Africa.

Fun fact: Runs a weekend coding club for teens in Arusha.

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Faith Ndovu

Financial Educator

Certified accountant passionate about community workshops.

Fun fact: Loves teaching budgeting through music games.

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Said Ally

UX Designer

Focuses on accessible design for low-bandwidth users.

Fun fact: Illustrates children’s books in Swahili.

Contact & Location

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Address: Amani Street, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +255 689 123 456

Hours: Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00 EAT