Triodos Investment Management, a global leader in impact investing, has reinforced its commitment to financial inclusion in East Africa by extending a $5 million loan to ASA Microfinance Tanzania. The capital was deployed through two of its specialized flagship vehicles: the Triodos Microfinance Fund and the Triodos Fair Share Fund.
This funding is specifically earmarked to provide essential credit to low-income entrepreneurs, particularly women and rural business owners, who remain largely underserved by traditional banking institutions.
ASA Microfinance Tanzania operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary of ASA International Group, one of the most prolific microfinance networks on the planet. This parent organization brings a wealth of global expertise to the Tanzanian market, operating across 13 countries in Asia and Africa with a proven, standardized model for poverty alleviation.
By being part of this international network, the Tanzanian branch benefits from:
- Best-in-Class Methodologies: Time-tested lending practices designed for high-repayment rates in low-income segments.
- Operational Stability: The backing of a global infrastructure that understands the nuances of emerging market economies.
The institution has demonstrated remarkable growth and operational scale. As of June 2025, ASA Microfinance Tanzania’s footprint included:
- Vast Client Reach: Serving more than 300,000 active borrowers, the majority of whom are micro-entrepreneurs using small loans to start or sustain family businesses.
- Extensive Network: Operating through a robust infrastructure of over 200 branches, ensuring that financial services reach even the most remote and marginalized regions of the country.
The $5 million facility from Triodos will act as a catalyst for ASA’s mission to drive social change. By injecting this liquidity, Triodos enables ASA to:
- Expand its Loan Book: Reaching more entrepreneurs who lack collateral but possess viable business ideas.
- Foster Gender Equality: Supporting the financial independence of women, who typically make up the core of ASA’s borrower base.
- Promote Inclusive Growth: Stimulating local economies by supporting the informal sector, which is the primary employer in Tanzania.
