PAUL DEO MAKANZA

To contribute seasoned leadership and strategic vision to Vodacom Tanzania as an Independent Non-Executive Director, leveraging extensive board experience across telecommunications, financial services, and public sector enterprises to drive innovation and growth.

• ABSA Bank Tanzania Ltd: Boosted profitability by50% within two years through enhanced strategic oversight and governance.
• Serengeti Breweries Ltd (SBL): Drove a30% increase in regional sales and expanded product lines by15% through targeted market expansion strategies.
• Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC): Spearheaded the development of a25-year strategic plan, transitioning TPDC towards a commercially viable global entity.
• Tanzania Cigarette Company Plc: Transformed a former government monopoly into a highly profitable and respected entity on the DSE through rigorous board oversight.
• Business Associations (CTI, TPSF, EABC, TNBC): Led advocacy that resulted in substantial fiscal and regulatory reforms, enhancing the business environment for member organizations.

• High Performance Leadership, IMD Switzerland,2004
• Strategy and Leadership, London School of Economics,2011
• Media Training, London, England,2005
• Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, Covey Leadership Center,2009
• Leading the Board Programme – Strathmore Business School and Institute of Directors Tanzania

• Chairman, ABSA Bank Tanzania Ltd,2023 - Present
• Chairman, Serengeti Breweries Ltd,2024 - Present
• Board Member, East African Breweries Plc,2024 - Present
• Vice Chairman, Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation,2022 - Present
• Vice Chairman (Tanzania), East African Business Council,2024 - Present
• Chairman, Tanzania Start-up Association (2020 to date)
• Former Chairman, Tanzania Cigarette Company Plc,2017 –2024
• Former Board Member Tanzania Cigarette Company Plc,2005 –2024
• Former Chairman, Confederation of Tanzania Industries,2020 –2024
• Former Vice Chairman, Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (2022-2024)