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through business forums and participation makers, financiers or investors, development
in local and international trade fairs, as well partners, and customers. Such networking
as offering programs to build the capacity platforms are very pertinent to business
of members to become competitive in sustainability.
both local and international markets. Market access: Non-government agencies
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have different programs that enhance
The roles of non-government agencies
in promoting businesses market access. These programs include the
provision of market information, linkages
Generally, the non-governmental agencies to various markets, and preparation of
play the following roles in promoting exhibitions both locally and internationally.
medium-sized businesses in Tanzania: Through such forums, the business
Advocacy: Non-government agencies in community can showcase their products
collaboration with the private sector engage to their potential customers. In turn this
with the government in case of issues stimulates more sales.
pertaining to the business environment.
Specifically, they advocate for public-
private dialogue, policy advocacy Activity 4.1
and facilitate reforms in the business
environment at local and national levels. (a) With the help of ICT collect
At times these non-government agencies information on three (3)
involve higher learning institutions to government and two (2) non-
undertake policy research to properly government agencies responsible
engage the government in case there is an for regulating and supporting
issue that requires evidence-based analysis. medium-sized businesses in
Tanzania.
Capacity building: Non-government
agencies offer customized training to (b) For each agency in part (a), gather
the private sector community as part of information about its mandate,
building capacity in terms of knowledge functions, and recent activities
and skills. The training sessions are usually relating to supporting businesses
aimed at enhancing business management, in Tanzania.
market access, financial management and (c) Pay a visit to any of the agencies
technology efficiency. in part (b), interact with the staff,
and observe their operations.
Networking: Non-government agencies
provide platforms and avenues for the (d) Describe the roles played by the
private sector to network or engage with agencies visited in supporting
various stakeholders in the business medium-sized businesses in
ecosystem. These stakeholders include Tanzania.
suppliers, agents, distributors, policy

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