Microfinance Consortium
Choice of Visionary Microfinance
CYDM is the choice for microfinance institutions that want a responsible way to grow capital, compliance, and member support across Tanzania.
Community Impact
Community Development Impact. Our Pride
Community development is our pride. Together with our members, we expand opportunity for entrepreneurs and strengthen the communities they serve.
Stronger Together
Partnering for Growth
Partner with CYDM to grow inclusive finance, share expertise, and support member institutions through training, capital pathways, and compliance.
100%
Community Reach
200+
Members
150M USD
Access to Finance
We are the Leading Microfinance Consortium And Proven Support
We deliver proven support to help member microfinance institutions operate with compliance, efficiency, and sustainable growth.
Choose membership category that matches your portfolio
Three membership packages with clear fees, portfolio ranges, and services. Select a package to continue to Microfinance Registration.
Silver Member
TZS 100,000/ month
Annual equivalent TZS 1,200,000
Portfolio size: TZS 200M and below
Emerging grassroots microfinance institutions and community lenders. They drive local financial inclusion for informal businesses and market vendors that lack traditional collateral.
- Registration and mentorship
- KAIZEN organisation performance and CYDMT Silver training (4 days)
- Products development and microfinance software
- Borrow up to TZS 200,000,000
- CSR, documentary, and collaborations
- Basic BoT compliance support
- Entry-level credit and operations training
- Group advocacy under the CYDM umbrella
Most selected
Gold Member
TZS 200,000/ month
Annual equivalent TZS 3,000,000
Portfolio size: TZS 200M – 750M
Mid-scale expanding microfinance firms with structured operations. They accelerate job creation and growth capital for formal MSMEs.
- All Silver tier benefits
- KAIZEN organisation performance and CYDMT Gold training (4 days)
- Borrow up to TZS 750,000,000
- International conference and collaborations
- Advanced MFI training: risk, structure, and loan products
- Strategic capital matching with mid-scale lenders
- TRA tax and regulatory alignment
Platinum Member
TZS 1,000,000/ year
Annual cost TZS 1,000,000
Portfolio size: TZS 750M+
High-growth market leaders and established Tier 2 institutions. They lead national value-chain financing and structural economic empowerment across Tanzania.
- All Silver and Gold tier benefits
- International conference and international membership
- International fund sourcing
- Global investor lobbying and impact-fund pipelines
- Priority sector advocacy with regulators
- Reputational management for sector credibility
Joining Forces to Strengthen Microfinance Across Tanzania
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Why Choose Us
Our consortium combines microfinance expertise, compliance support, mentorship, and capacity building to help member institutions operate efficiently and grow sustainably.
Dedicated Support Network
A nationwide member network that trains, mentors, and supports microfinance institutions through BOT, TRA, and operational compliance.
Capacity Building
Leveled training and consultancy for managers, credit officers, and staff, including programmes of at least four consecutive days.
CSR in Microfinance
Joint CSR initiatives, documentaries, and financial education that show the socioeconomic role of microfinance in Tanzania.
Membership Criteria
Licensed microfinance institutions that meet CYDM standards can join the consortium.
Grow with the consortium
Work alongside consortium members on lending policy, staff training, and access to external portfolio finance so you can scale impact with confidence.
Fair access to capital
Financing opportunities are paired with documentation, lobbying, and operational support so members can grow capital and serve their clients more effectively.
CSR and Documentary
We brand the sector together through CSR, documentaries, policy dialogues, and participation in microfinance platforms and awards.
How members qualify
Members submit incorporation documents and a BOT licence, show CRB and CYDM software readiness, and commit minimum seed capital of TZS 10,000,000.
Achievements & Impact
A nationwide consortium delivering financial education, CSR, documentaries, and stronger member institutions across Tanzania.
Nationwide consortium
Unified over fifty microfinance institutions across Tanzania under one consortium for stronger member operations.
Financial education
Facilitated financial education and practical support for entrepreneurs, alongside stronger lending operations among member institutions.
Stronger member operations
Strengthened compliance and operational efficiency among member microfinances.
CSR and documentary
Joint CSR initiatives and documentaries that show the socioeconomic impact of microfinance in Tanzania.



