Elephants of Tanzania is a groundbreaking business reality TV show created to discover, support, and invest in the most promising entrepreneurs across the country.
More than just a show, Elephants of Tanzania is a national movement β a powerful platform designed to spotlight local innovation, empower youth, and strengthen the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector.
This visionary program showcases Tanzaniaβs entrepreneurial talent, offering real investment opportunities, expert mentorship, and national exposure. It aims to inspire millions, ignite business dreams, and transform the entrepreneurial landscape across Tanzania.
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Dates |
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| Application | 2 months: Jan β Feb, 2026 |
| Auditions | 1 month: March, 2026 |
| Training & Tours | 1 month: April, 2026 |
| Pitch Sessions | 1 month: May, 2026 |
| Winners Tour & Broadcast | June, 2026 |
Apply to Join Elephants of Tanzania
Are you ready to showcase your business on national TV and compete for funding, mentorship, and growth opportunities?
Whether you’re running a startup, a scalable small business, or even an informal business with great potential, this is your chance to shine.
π Who Can Apply?
We are looking for:
π What You Need:
Before filling the application, please prepare the following:
ποΈ What Happens Next?
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Join the movement. Tell your story. Grow your business.
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Audition Process β Be the Next Big Entrepreneur!
Do you have a powerful business idea or a growing venture that deserves national attention and investment?
Elephants of Tanzania is searching for bold, passionate, and innovative Tanzanian entrepreneurs ready to take their business to the next level. Whether you run a registered company or an informal business with strong potential β this is YOUR moment.
π€οΈ How the Selection Works
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1. Call for Applications β Coming Soon!
Weβll announce the nationwide application window via TV, radio, social media, and universities. Stay tuned β you wonβt want to miss it!
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2. Regional Auditions
Auditions will take place across Dar es Salaam Zanzibar, and Dodoma for 2026 Season.
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3. Judges Panel
A powerful panel of at least 5 judges from government and private sectors will oversee the selection. All judges will sign Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA) to protect your ideas.
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4. Video Pitch Submissions
Bring your energy! Weβre looking for great storytelling, business clarity, and on-camera presence.
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5. Due Diligence
Selected candidates will go through background checks including:
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6. Finalist Selection
We aim to film 50β60 businesses, with 40+ episodes scheduled to air. Will your business be one of them?
π£ AUDITIONS OPENING SOON!
Get your pitch ready. Get your business ready. Get yourself ready.
#ElephantsOfTanzania β Where Big Ideas Meet Big Opportunities.
Join the Movement to Empower Tanzanian Entrepreneurs
Elephants of Tanzania is more than a TV show β itβs a national platform for transforming lives, building businesses, and driving inclusive economic growth. We invite partners who support entrepreneurs in various ways to join us in this powerful and transformative mission.
π€ Who Weβre Partnering With:
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π Contact our partnerships team:
π§ partnerships@elephanstoftanzania.co.tz
π +255 677 626847 orΒ +255 754 365 807
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Please fill in the form below and our team will contact you shortly to discuss partnership opportunities.