NICE Tanzania

What NICE Tanzania does

NICE Tanzania is a privately held social consulting firm headquartered in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, founded in 2018 as part of the NICE Global Impact network (which has sister subsidiaries in Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, and Kyrgyzstan). The firm delivers a portfolio of consulting, research, training and capacity building, and project management services to NGOs, CSOs, schools, government institutions, and community organizations across four thematic areas: environment, economic empowerment, education, and third-sector support. Named programs include EduLead (school leadership training for 150 schools), Roots (gamification training for educators), EPC4S (nutrition/clean cooking/environmental awareness for 30 schools), the NGOs Entrepreneurs Program (supporting 35+ NGOs in social enterprise creation), and the Mangrove Restoration and Conservation Program (5,687 mangrove seeds planted along the Tanzanian coast).

The underlying technology is non-proprietary: NICE Tanzania applies qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, established assessment frameworks (CSO Index, School Index), and standard project management approaches rather than building a software platform. Its core technology differentiator is domain specialization in sustainable development and a defined Theory of Change methodology (assessment → solution design → training → mentoring → M&E). The firm has no public API, no AI/ML capabilities, and no app, and provides no published pricing.

The business model is project-based professional services revenue, derived from consulting fees, training and capacity building programs, research studies, and project management engagements. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is tailored per engagement. The firm operates a community-led go-to-market model with a 27+ partner ecosystem; NAMA Foundation is the primary strategic partner and apparent major funder, alongside NAMA Women Advancement, HUDDEFO, SEforAll, OSP, WFP, and various government bodies. The company has 18 employees, has reached 25,500+ beneficiaries cumulatively across 90+ organizations, and manages equipment procurement exceeding €4M and a blended finance pool of €1.5M (these are amounts managed, not revenue).

Name

NICE Tanzania

Legal name

NICE Tanzania

Website

https://nicetanzania.co.tz

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

NICE Tanzania is a Dar es Salaam-based social consulting firm founded in 2018 that delivers research, training, capacity building, and project management services to NGOs, schools, government bodies, and communities across education, environment, economic empowerment, and third-sector support.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Development Consulting

NAICS

Other Management Consulting Services (541618), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

International & Local Implementing NGOs (HLAJAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Education, Skills & Workforce Development Aid Programs (BPADABAE)

Keywords

• Social development consulting
• Capacity building services
• NGO training programs
• Sustainable development consultancy
• Community project management

Headquarters

HQ city

Dar es Salaam

HQ country

Tanzania

HQ region

Africa

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Consulting Services: Revenue generated through consultancy services providing expert advice, strategic planning, and implementation support across education, environment, and economic empowerment sectors. Services are tailored to organizational needs with project-based engagement.
2. Training and Capacity Building Programs: Revenue from tailored training programs covering education, environmental conservation, financial literacy, and project management. Programs target development sector organizations and business sector companies.
3. Research Services: Revenue from conducting research studies, surveys, and data analysis to inform projects and support evidence-based decision-making for clients and partners.
4. Project Management Services: Revenue from managing projects from inception to completion, including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation with focus on sustainability and community engagement.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

NICE Tanzania is a social consulting firm that delivers Research, Training and Capacity Building, Consultancy, and Project Management services to NGOs, civil society organizations, schools, entrepreneurs, and government institutions in Tanzania. Programs focus on education, environmental conservation, economic empowerment, and third-sector support, including initiatives such as EduLead (school leadership), Roots (gamification training), Clean Cooking Initiative, EPC4S, NGOs Entrepreneurs Program, and Mangrove Restoration.

Product overview

NICE Tanzania is a social consulting firm offering a portfolio of interconnected services focused on sustainable development. The core service offerings include Research Services, Training and Capacity Building, Consultancy, and Project Management. These are complemented by specialized programs including EduLead (school leadership training), Clean Cooking Initiative, EPC4S (environment/nutrition education), NGOs Entrepreneurs Program, NAMA Students Nurturing Program, Roots (gamification training), and Third Sector Support Services. The company operates across four thematic areas: Environmental (reforestation, clean cooking), Economic Empowerment (entrepreneurship, financial literacy), Educational (teacher training, curriculum development), and Social Programs (NGO/CSO capacity building). The offerings are designed to work together through NICE Tanzania's Theory of Change approach: assessment/research, solution development, training, mentoring/coaching, and monitoring/evaluation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EduLead: A school leadership training program impacting 150 schools, focusing on developing master trainers for educational transformation.
• Roots
• EPC4S
• CSO Lead

Products and services

• Research Services In-depth research services providing studies, surveys, and data analysis to inform projects and support evidence-based decision-making for NGOs, CSOs, schools, and government institutions. Applies qualitative and quantitative methodologies including baseline studies, evaluation, project completion reviews, index assessments, impact assessments, appraisals, project and program reviews, market research, and feasibility studies.
• Training and Capacity Building Tailored training programs that empower individuals and organizations with skills and knowledge in education, environmental conservation, financial literacy, and project management. Targets NGOs, schools, entrepreneurs, and business sector companies in Tanzania.
• Consultancy Expert advice, strategic planning, and implementation support for organizations across education, environment, and economic empowerment sectors. Services are tailored to organizational needs.
• Project Management End-to-end project management services including planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, with a focus on sustainability and community engagement. Delivered from inception to completion with measurable outcomes and impact reporting.
• EduLead Program School leadership training program that equips school leaders and teachers with skills for educational transformation. Develops master trainers through a one-year program combining face-to-face training, online learning, and practical applications. Has reached 150 schools and 150 school heads, impacting over 5,000 students.
• Clean Cooking Initiative Promotes sustainable energy solutions in rural areas through clean cooking technologies such as LPG and electric stoves to reduce deforestation and improve health outcomes. Reached over 1,000 households.
• EPC4S Program Combines Nutrition, Clean Cooking education, and Environmental awareness, reaching 30 schools with over 2,000 students.
• NGOs Entrepreneurs Program Empowers NGOs to build sustainable organizations by supporting them in starting their own businesses for increased incomes and economic independence. Has supported over 35 NGOs in starting their own Social Enterprise.
• NAMA Students Nurturing Program
• Roots Program
• Third Sector Support Services
• Mangrove Restoration and Conservation Program

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 25,500 beneficiaries impacted through capacity building programs
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

33 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NICE Global Impact NetworkcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Parent network headquartered in Indonesia with subsidiaries in Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, and Kyrgyzstan. Provides access to international best practices, global expertise, and collaborative resources for sustainable development initiatives in Tanzania.
• NAMA FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary strategic partner and major funder. Supports NGO capacity building programs including Organization Development training for 15 NGOs, CSO Index assessments, and various development initiatives. Funded multiple programs including the 5-day workshop on Fundraising and Resource Mobilization for 12 NGOs.
• NAMA Women AdvancementcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partner in supporting women-led and women-related NGOs in Tanzania. Co-funded Women Entrepreneurs Program alongside NAMA Foundation to empower women to build sustainable organizations.
• HUDDEFOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental partner in mangrove restoration and conservation. Collaborated on planting 5,687 mangrove seeds along the coast in Bagamoyo and participated in Maga Beach Cleanup for World Cleanup Day.
• Sustainable Energy for All (SEforAll)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered in 2025 to promote clean cooking solutions. Supported baseline study for EPC use in schools for clean cooking in Dar es Salaam and Kigoma.
• OSPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnered in 2025 to promote clean cooking solutions. Supported development of Sustainable Energy Strategy for LPG Support Program.
• WFPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in clean cooking initiatives. Co-funded baseline assessment for EPC use in schools for clean cooking.
• Bagamoyo District CouncilminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner in mangrove restoration and conservation efforts in Bagamoyo district.
• NICE IndonesiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company within NICE Global Impact network. Collaborates on regional sustainable development initiatives.
• NICE KyrgyzstancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSister company within NICE Global Impact network. Collaborates on international development projects and shares best practices.
• APMG InternationalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEsteemed partner providing international certification and standards frameworks.
• Ghadan FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEsteemed partner supporting development initiatives.
• Pamoja FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEsteemed partner in development programs.
• Insignia LimitedminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partner. Conducted feasibility studies for establishment of industries and factories.
• HumentumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEsteemed partner in humanitarian and development capacity building.
• Direct Aid TanzaniaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEsteemed partner in aid and development initiatives.
• RITE Education ConsultancyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation partner providing consultancy services.
• CocaCola Kwanza LimitedminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partner in development initiatives.
• GAFM Global Academy of Finance and ManagementminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEsteemed partner providing certification and professional development programs.
• Humanitarian Academy for Development (HAD)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEsteemed partner in humanitarian capacity building.
• An-Nahl TrustminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEsteemed partner in development initiatives.
• The Islamic Foundation – Elimu Bila MipakaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEsteemed partner in education and community development.
• The National Social Security Fund (NSSF)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner in social security and development initiatives.
• National Muslim Council of Tanzania (BAKWATA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerReligious organization partner in community development.
• The International Board of Standards (IBS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in certification and standards.
• National Economic Empowerment Council (NEEC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner in economic empowerment initiatives.
• Kalamu Education Foundation Tanzania (KEF)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducation foundation partner supporting educational initiatives.
• Avis Legal TanzaniaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLegal services partner.
• PECB: Building Digital TrustminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in professional certification and training.
• ProfixminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCorporate partner in development initiatives.
• Bumaco Insurance Co. Ltd.minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInsurance partner providing risk management solutions.
• SSC AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational and training partner.
• SSC CapitalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFinancial services partner.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• SNV Netherlands Development Organisation: SNV is an international development organization with deep East Africa presence working on agriculture, energy, water, and inclusive business — overlapping with NICE Tanzania's economic empowerment and clean cooking work.
• RTI International: RTI is a nonprofit research and international development institute delivering research, evaluation, and capacity-building services globally — overlapping directly with NICE Tanzania's research, training, and consultancy offerings.
• DAI: DAI is an international development company providing consulting, project management, and capacity-building services across emerging markets, with a strong Africa footprint and a similar social-sector consulting offering to NICE Tanzania.
• Chemonics International: Chemonics implements large-scale donor-funded development programs across education, governance, environment, and economic growth, matching NICE Tanzania's donor-funded consulting and capacity-building model.
• FHI 360: FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization working in education, economic development, and civil society strengthening, comparable to NICE Tanzania's NGO capacity building and education programming.
• Palladium: Global international development consulting firm delivering advisory, program management, and impact advisory across health, education, economic growth, and environment — directly comparable to NICE Tanzania's social consulting model.

Emerging players

• Restless Development: Restless Development is a youth-led development agency with East Africa operations focused on youth leadership, education, and livelihoods — overlapping with NICE Tanzania's social programs and capacity-building work but at an earlier-stage footprint.

Broad incumbents

• Mercy Corps: Mercy Corps is a large international humanitarian and development NGO operating across East Africa with programs in economic empowerment, education, and civil society — adjacent to NICE Tanzania's thematic areas at greater scale.
• CARE International: CARE is a major international NGO with longstanding Tanzania operations covering women's economic empowerment, education, and community resilience — comparable mission areas but at global NGO scale.
• Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is a large consulting and engineering firm with a dedicated International Development Services practice covering environment, water, and governance — a broader incumbent competing for similar donor-funded assignments.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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