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Tanzania has traded more than 200,000 tonnes of sesame through the Tanzania Mercantile Exchange (TMX), a government-backed digital commodity auction platform, according to TMX Business Operations Officer Mahama Kadikilo. The announcement, made in Dar es Salaam on Tuesday, highlights how digital tools are transforming the country’s agricultural sector by promoting greater transparency and efficiency.
TMX was launched to modernize commodity trading and address challenges inherent in traditional market systems, where small-scale farmers often faced unfair pricing and exploitation by intermediaries. Kadikilo stated that the platform aims to professionalize auctions and ensure fair pricing through open, competitive bidding.
The Lindi Region led participation, contributing roughly 74,000 tonnes of sesame to the total traded. The online system allows licensed buyers to engage in auctions remotely, promoting equitable market access and reducing regional inequalities.
Kadikilo emphasized that the digital platform is building trust among farmers and boosting their returns. “Producers are increasingly recognizing the benefits of a regulated auction system,” he said, noting improved confidence in structured markets.
TMX is central to Tanzania’s broader strategy to modernize agriculture and meet global commodity standards. While sesame remains a major export crop, the exchange also supports trading of coffee, cashew nuts, and pigeon peas.
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The rise in sesame volumes traded through TMX signals a shift toward digitized, regulated agriculture in Tanzania. The platform introduces consistent quality standards, logistical support, and transaction transparency—elements previously absent in informal trade. These advancements are expected to enhance Tanzania’s global competitiveness, empower farmers, and attract more investment into the sector.
