Britam and Bank of Africa Tanzania partner to expand health insurance access
Dar es Salaam. Britam Insurance Tanzania, a leader in innovative insurance solutions, has partnered with Bank of Africa Tanzania to offer two new health insurance products: ‘Afya Care’ and ‘Amani Health.’
This collaboration aims to utilize the bank's extensive customer base to enhance access to affordable and comprehensive healthcare services. Both ‘Afya Care’ and ‘Amani Health’ are tailored to meet the diverse medical needs of Bank of Africa customers, providing financial security and peace of mind during health-related emergencies.
Farai Dogo, CEO of Britam Insurance Tanzania, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to join forces with Bank of Africa Tanzania to launch ‘Afya Care’ and ‘Amani Health.’ This partnership aligns with our commitment to making quality healthcare accessible to all Tanzanians. By working together, we can extend our reach and offer essential protection to more people.”
Esther Cecil Maruma, CEO of Bank of Africa Tanzania, emphasized the importance of the new products, saying, “Our collaboration with Britam Insurance Tanzania underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional services to our customers. ‘Afya Care’ and ‘Amani Health’ enhance our product offerings and ensure our customers have access to crucial healthcare services, reflecting our dedication to improving community well-being.”
Eva Daudi Kakwale, Principal Officer Bancassurance, noted that these products will be available to all customers in Tanzania, marking a significant step toward increasing healthcare access and insurance penetration in the country.
George Mwita, Medical Business Manager at Britam Insurance Tanzania, added, “‘Afya Care’ and ‘Amani Health’ are designed to address the specific healthcare needs of Bank of Africa customers. These products offer comprehensive coverage and support, ensuring that our clients receive top-quality medical care. We believe this partnership will set a new standard for healthcare insurance in Tanzania.”
The introduction of ‘Afya Care’ and ‘Amani Health’ represents a major milestone in efforts to improve healthcare access and insurance coverage in Tanzania. It also supports President H.E. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan’s initiatives to make health insurance accessible to all. Both Britam Insurance Tanzania and Bank of Africa Tanzania are dedicated to ensuring these products positively impact their customers' lives.
