Anna Mbawala, Mtangazaji Bora wa Kike, Radio Bora ya Mtandaoni, Global Radio
WASHINDI wa tuzo za Tanzania Digital Awards 2021 wametangazwa rasmi, ambapo washiriki 58 kati ya 278 wameibuka washindi wa tuzo hizo.
Radio namba moja ya mtandaoni, +255 Global radio imeibuka kinara tena kwa mara nyingine katika kipengele cha Radio ya Mtandaoni ya Mwaka (Online Radio of The Year) ikimburuza Boresha Radio.
Wakati huo huo mwandaaqji na mtangazaji wa kipindi cha Global Jamii kupitia Global TV Online, Anna Mbawala ameibuka mshindi katika kipengele cha Mtangazaji Bora wa Kike wa Mwaka 2021.
DIGITAL BANKING
This award recognizes banks and financial institutions that drive positive economic advancement through digital technologies.
1Bank of the Year
– NMB Bank
– NBC
– CRDB Bank ♠
– Equity Bank
– Exim Bank
2Best Innovative Bank of the Year
– Equity Bank
– NBC
– CRDB Bank ♠
– NMB Bank
– Exim Bank
3Best Banking App
– NBC Kiganjani
– Exim Online Banking
– Sim Banking ♠
– NMB Mkononi
– Eazzy Banking
4Best Customer Care
– Equity Bank
– CRDB Bank
– NMB Bank ♠
– NBC
– Exim Bank
DIGITAL ADVOCACY
This award honors outstanding civil societies/NGOs and actors in the development sector whose digital actions have made a difference.
1Best NGO Leader of the Year on Social Media (Female)
– Rebeca Gyumi – Msichana Initiative ♠
– Dr. Hellen Senkoro – Benjamin Mkapa Foundation
– Brenda Msangi – CCBRT
– Faraja Nyalandu – Shule Direct
– Doris Mollel – Doris Mollel Foundation
2Best NGO Use of Social Media
– Msichana Initiative
– Haki Elimu ♠
– Tai Tanzania
– LHRC
– Tanzania Human Rights Defenders Coalition (THRDC)
3Best NGO Leader of the Year on Social Media (Male)
– Francis Kiwanga – FCS
– Aidan Eyakuze – Twaweza
– Onesmo Olengurumwa – THRDC
– Ian Tarimo – Tai Tanzania ♠
– Semkae Kilonzo – Policy Forum
4Best Social Media Advocacy Campaign
– Barakoa Inaokoa – UNICEF Tanzania ♠
– Ni Zamu ya Wabunge – Msichana Initiative
– Girls Take Over – Plan Tanzania
– Ustawi Salama Mtandaoni – Women At Web TZ
– Aminia Usawa – LHRC
DIGITAL AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS
The telecom industry is a key driver to digital transformation in Tanzania. This award recognizes telco companies that pioneers digital transformation in the country.
1Telecommunication Company of the Year
– Vodacom ♠
– Airtel
– Tigo
– Zantel
– Halotel
2Best Mobile Money App
– Ezy Pesa
– Halo Pesa
– Tigo Pesa
– Airtel Money
– M-Pesa ♠
3Innovative Telecommunication Company of the Year
– Zantel
– Tigo
– Halotel
– Airtel
– Vodacom ♠
4Telecommunication Company with the Best Customer Care
– Vodacom ♠
– Tigo
– Airtel
– Zantel
– Halotel
DIGITAL COMMUNICATION
Digital communication has become very instrumental in shaping perspectives and influencing changes in society. This award recognizes digital communicators whose efforts reach beyond aesthetic values.
1Content Creator of the Year
– Millard Ayo ♠
– Fredrick Bundala
– Idris Sultan
– Masoud Kipanya
– Joti
2Influencer the Year
– Haji Manara
– Diamond Platnumz ♠
– Jokate Mwegelo
– Ummy Mwalimu
3Photographer of the Year
– Makungu
– Osse Greca Sinare ♠
– Imani Nsamila
– Rabi Francis Hume
– Albert Manifester
4Graphic Designer of the Year
– Claudian Benet
– Samuell Yalong
– Jabeer FX
– Mulla Designer ♠
– Karim Salkim
5Videographer of the Year
– Oneecha ♠
– Makungu
– Jason James
– Elly MD
– Kifesi
DIGITAL DIPLOMACY
This award recognizes diplomatic missions and diplomats whose inputs into the Tanzania Digital Space have been exceptionally the best.
1Best International Agency in Digital
– World Bank Tanzania
– United Nations Tanzania
– Raleigh Tanzania ♠
– Plan Tanzania
– UNICEF Tanzania
2Foreign Mission/Embassy Page of the Year
– US Embassy in Tanzania
– EU in Tanzania ♠
– Chinese Embassy
– Canadian High Commission
– Swedish Embassy
3Diplomatic Leader of the Year in Social Media
– Pamela O’Donnell – High Commissioner of Canada to Tanzania
– Mette Norgaard Dissing-Spandet – Danish Ambassador
– Zlatan Milišić – UN Resident Coordinator
– Peter Van Acker – Ambassador of Belgium
– Donald J. Wright – US Ambassador to Tanzania ♠
DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT
Through digital technologies, artists and athletes can invent and/or make effective use of the available digital platforms to market their work, build and maintain their brand identity. This award recognizes artists and athletes with magnificent digital efforts.
1Digital Artist of the Year (Male)
– Alikiba
– Mbosso
– Diamond Platnumz ♠
– Harmonize
– Rayvanny
2Digital Artist of the Year (Female)
– Maua Sama
– Rosa Ree
– Linah
– Nandy
– Zuchu ♠
3Digital Sports Club of the Year
– Mbeya City
– Simba Sports Club ♠
– Young Africans SC (Yanga)
– Ruvu Shooting
– Azam FC
4Digital Athlete of the Year (Male)
– Mbwana Samatta
– Feisal Salum
– John Bocco
– Hassan Mwakinyo ♠
– Saimon Msuva
5Digital Comedian of the Year (Female)
– Katarina Karatu ♠
– Gladness Kifaluka
– Tabu Mtingita
– Ebitoke
– Mama Nairo
6Digital Comedian of the Year (Male)
– JayMondy
– Oka Martin
– Jol Master
– Dullvan
– Joti ♠
DIGITAL GOVERNANCE
The public sector has recognized and vigorously started to make effective use of digital technology to get closer to the people and win their support. This award recognizes the best use of digital platforms by public sectors and actors.
1Best Government Leader on Social Media (Male)
– Mbelwa Kairuki – Ambassador of Tanzania in China
– Mwigulu Nchemba – Minister of Finance and Planning
– Jumaa Aweso – Minister of Water
– Kitila Mkumbo – Minister of Industry and Trade
– January Makamba – Minister of Energy♠
2Best Government Agency on Digital
– Immigration Department ♠
– Tanzania Railway Corporation (TRC)
– TANESCO
– Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA)
– Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA)
3Digital Politician of the Year (Male)
– Humphrey Polepole ♠
– January Makamba
– Faustin Ndugulile
– Zitto Kabwe
4Government Page of the Year
– Ministry of Works and Transport
– Ministry of Health
– Msemaji Mkuu wa Serikali
– Ikulu Mawasiliano ♠
– Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC)
5Digital Innovation for Social Service Provision
– GePG ♠
– E-Tax filing – TRA
– Passport Application System
– LUKU
– BRELA ORS
6Best Government Leader on Social Media (Female)
– Rose Manumba – DED Kigoma District
– Halima Bulembo – Muheza DC
– Ummy Mwalimu – Minister of Health ♠
– Jokate Mwegelo – Temeke DC
– Zainab Abdallah – Bagamoyo DC
7Best Political Party Use of Social Media
– Chama cha Mapinduzi
– ACT Wazalendo
– CHADEMA ♠
8Digital Politician of the Year (Female)
– Jokate Mwegelo
– Dr. Tulia Ackson
– Catherine Ruge ♠
– Ummy Mwalimu
– Neema Lugangira
9Best Government Ministry on Digital
– Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism
– Ministry of Home Affairs
– Ministry of Industry and Trade
– Ministry of Works and Transport
– Ministry of Health ♠
DIGITAL INNOVATION
This award recognizes outstanding digital innovators and the most impactful digital innovation, which have positively contributed to societal change in the country.
1Digital Innovation in Finance and Banking
– Nala ♠
– Sarafu
– Chomoka
– Nilipe
– Tunzaa
2Digital Innovation in Health
– MedPack Tanzania
– MyHI
– Mobile Afya ♠
– LyfPlus
– Medikea Health
3Digital Innovation in Agriculture
– AgriPoa ♠
– NINAYO
– Genge Xpress
– AgriTechs
– Kilimo Fresh
4Startup of The Year
– Ramani.io
– Tunzaa ♠
– LyfPlus
– SmartClass
– MyHI
5Digital Innovation in Education
– My Elimu
– Ubongo
– Mtabe
– Shule Direct
– SmartClass ♠
6Digital Innovator of the Year
– Mark Erick- Tikso
– Dr. Ali Khatau – Lyf Plus
– Maarufu Muyaga- Nderemo App ♠
– Web Technologies- WebVFD
– Ngw’inula Kingankono- Tunzaa
7Digital Innovation in Justice
– Bunge Forum – TIFLD
– Haki Kiganjani – LHRC ♠
– Sheria Kiganjani
– Haki Yangu – LSF
8Digital Innovation in Transport and Mobility
– Twenzao App ♠
– BodaBike
– TanTax
– Nibebe App
– Ping
DIGITAL MARKETING AND BUSINESS
As the means to grow presence online, business too strives to make the most of digital marketing. This award is a tribute to business and marketing efforts in the digital space.
1Social Media Marketing Campaign of the Year
– Ni Zaidi ya Furaha – MeTL Group ♠
– Mkubwa Wao – Pepsi
– Kimbiza na 4G ya Ukweli – Vodacom Tanzania
– Burudika Popote – Cocacola
– Jana, Leo na Kesho – Tigo Pesa
2Entrepreneur on the Digital (Male)
– Benjamin Fernandez ♠
– Sheria Ngowi
– Carlos Bastos (KalitoSamaki)
– Ngw’inula Kingankono
– Docta Ulimwengu
3Local Brands on Digital
– Sheria Ngowi
– Active Mamaz ♠
– Nuya Essence
– Zara Tours
– Lavy
4Digital Marketing Agency of the Year
– Attwood Marketing & Communications ♠
– Kiwi Media Solutions
– Pixedon Media
– Smart Codes
– Horizon Digital Tanzania
5Corporate Leader of the Year on Social Media (Female)
– Fauzia Malik – CEO Cool Blue & Tembo Tiles
– Fatema Dewji – Director of Marketing at MeTL Group
– Ruth Zaipuna – CEO NMB Bank
– Miranda Naimani – CEO Empower LTD ♠
– Naike Moshi – Founder & CEO of WIMA
6Corporate Leader of the Year on Social Media (Male)
– Faraj Asas
– Joseph Kusaga – CEO Clouds Media Group
– Abdulmajid Nsekela – CEO CRDB Bank
– Mohammed Dewji – CEO of METL ♠
– Eric Shigongo – Global Publishers LTD
7Entrepreneur on the Digital (Female)
– Hadija Jabir – GBRI business solutions
– Zainab Ansell – Zara Tours
– Shilole – Shishi Food ♠
– Irene Ivambi – Mrembo Naturals
– Hellen Dausen – Nuya Essence
DIGITAL MEDIA
At the age where everything goes digital; so many things are reimagined including media. This award honors digital media movers and shakers.
1Best Digital Journalist (Male)
– Fredrick Bundala
– Yasini Ng’itu
– Khalifa Said ♠
– Creez Favors
– Millard Ayo
2Online Radio of the Year
– +255 Global Radio ♠
– Boresha Radio
3Digital TV of the Year
– Ayo TV ♠
– Dar 24
– Joti TV
– Global Tv Online
– Simulizi na Sauti
4Blog of the Year
– Millard Ayo
– Global Publishers
– The Chanzo ♠
– Bongo 5
– Nukta Africa
5Best Digital Journalist (Female)
– Hadija Halifa – DW
– Dinny Nassoro – Dizzim Online
– Veronica Mrema
– Anna Mbawala – Global TV Online ♠
– Gertrude Ndibalema – Ndiba Talks
6Best Media House on Digital
– Wasafi Media
– E-FM
– Mwananchi Communications
– Clouds Media
– Azam Media ♠
HONORARY AWARD
Outstanding contribution in the country’s digital transformation by an individual or institution voted by the TDA’s technical committee.
1Honorary Award
– National ICT Broadband Backbone (NICTBB) ♠
PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD
Overall Best Use of Digital Platforms by an Individual voted by people.
1People’s Choice Award
– Mohamed Dewji
– Diamond Platnumz
– Haji Manara
– Jokate Mwegelo ♠
– Ummy Mwalimu.
