Tanzania Breweries Limited (TBL) has won the ' People Category Award ' at the Business SDG Awards 2026, recognized for its efforts to place people at the heart of 'sustainable growth' through investments that benefit employees, farmers, traders and communities.
The award, presented by the Global Compact Network Tanzania, recognises companies that contribute to the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through concrete action, with the ' People category' highlighting institutions that embed human wellbeing, decent work and inclusive development into their operations.
TBL’s victory stems from its contribution to empowering employees, raw material farmers, retailers, distributors, entrepreneurs and communities connected to its operations, a move that underscores the company’s commitment to building a business that grows alongside the progress of ordinary citizens.
Through various agricultural programmes, TBL has continued to build the capacity of farmers by providing training, best production practices, market access and partnerships that enable them to increase productivity and pursue sustainable farming.
The company has also continued to support small and medium-sized enterprises by creating more opportunities for actors in its value chain to participate in the formal economy.
Internally, TBL has continued to strengthen a safe working environment, inclusion, ethics and accountability, foundations that have contributed to building trust among employees, partners, shareholders, regulators and consumers of its products.
Commenting on the win, TBL Managing Director Michelle Kilpin said the award is a tribute to all the people who contribute to the company’s success and community development.
“This award is a great source of pride for TBL because it recognises the people who make our business happen, as well as the communities connected to our value chain." Kilpin said.
" Our employees, farmers, retailers, distributors, partners and consumers all play a vital role in our success. We continue to grow the business in a way that generates real value for Tanzania and contributes to a more inclusive and sustainable future,” he added.
According to the company, the award adds to TBL’s track record of being recognised for its sustainability efforts, including sustainable water resource management, the use of returnable packaging, recycling of production waste and resource efficiency.
TBL said the People Category Award win demonstrates that its sustainability agenda goes beyond environmental stewardship alone, but also aims to improve people’s lives by creating economic opportunities, enhancing skills and building shared value for communities.The company said it will continue to invest in programmes that put people first to ensure that its business growth continues to benefit more Tanzanians and contribute to the nation’s sustainable development.