TNM Plc, Malawi’s integrated mobile network and ICT service provider,
has contributed K5 million to the Institute of  Bankers in Malawi (IOB)
in support of the grouping’s  3rd Annual Conference slated from August
23 to 25, 2018 at Sunbird Nkopola in Mangochi.

Speaking during the cheque presentation, TNM’s Chief Officer-Sales &
Marketing Daniel Makata said through this donation, TNM is re-affirming
its commitment to IOB and the general body of the banking professional
in Malawi.

“As a truly Malawian company, we felt obliged to supporting this
conference because TNM appreciates and values the role of banking
profession plays in enhancing financial literacy and ethical &
professional conduct which in turn fosters economic growth of the
country,” said Makata.

Makata expressed the hope that the issues to be discussed during the
conference will be of great importance to the banking profession and the
country as the whole and TNM felt obliged to be part of this important
conference as it is enhancing financial inclusion which TNM is driving
for the economic growth of the country.

“TNM always believes that a gathering like the annual conference
provides a platform for professionals to share new ideas; measure the
successes and shortfalls for the common good of our businesses and
economic growth for Malawi. Looking at the theme for this year’s
conference is in line with TNM’s efforts in enhancing financial
inclusion through our mobile money platform Mpamba,” he said.

Receiving the donation, IOB Chief Executive Officer Lyness Nkungula
thanked TNM for the support towards the hosting of the lakeshore conference.

“IOB is very humbled with this contribution from a key player in
financial inclusion in Malawi TNM Plc. This two-day conference will
create a platform for key stakeholders in Malawi and beyond to share
their creativity, to come up with innovative ideas and skills to
transform Malawi into a digitally empowered society by changing the
lives of the individuals across the country through financial inclusion
and effective use of technologies,” said Nkugula.

The conference will be held under the theme “Financial Sector Synergies:
A Catalyst for Financial Inclusion.”

TNM Acing Chief Executive Officer Eric Valentine is expected to make a
presentation during the conference on Driving Financial Inclusion, the
digital way.