We revamped the Jakaya Kikwete Foundation’s website for speed & SEO

We revamped the Jakaya Kikwete Foundation’s website for speed & SEO

How Tanzlite Digital Transformed the Jakaya Kikwete Foundation Website into a Fast, User-Friendly, and SEO-Optimized Platform

Company:

CNS Group

Project:

Website Redesign

Goal:

UX/UI, SEO, Copywriting, Mobile Optimization

The Challenge

JMKF, founded by former Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete, had a website that looked decent on the surface but suffered from major functional and usability flaws.

A prior audit from another firm identified critical issues, including:

  • A static hero section that didn’t auto-scroll, reducing visibility of key messages.
  • Broken links (Donate button, social icons, footer links).
  • Technical SEO gaps (missing title tags, non-descriptive image filenames).
  • Navigation confusion, with unclear categories and redundant buttons.
  • Performance issues, including a 10.8MB page size, bloated images, and excessive empty space.

Our Approach

Tanzlite Digital went beyond fixing the listed issues. We conducted our own deep-dive audit, uncovering additional concerns and opportunities for improvement. In the end, we gave the organization a completely new, morden website.

 

1. Speed & Performance Optimization

  • Reduced the website’s size by over 80% by optimizing images, removing unnecessary sliders, and compressing assets.
  • Minified CSS & JavaScript to improve page load speed.
  • Converted text-heavy images into editable body text, making future updates easier.

2. UX & Navigation Enhancements

  • Shortened the header menu to allow more body content to be visible.
  • Resized oversized fonts and removed text justification for better readability on mobile.
  • Optimized the hero section, removing excessive blank space and making the call-to-action more prominent.

3. SEO & Accessibility Improvements

  • Renamed images with descriptive, search-friendly filenames.
  • Improved on-page SEO, ensuring meta titles, descriptions, and headings were optimized.
  • Added missing legal declarations (Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, Cookie Consent) to build trust with international visitors.
  • Clarified post categories, replacing cryptic abbreviations with clear, user-friendly labels.

    The Outcome

    Lightning-fast website: Optimized to load significantly faster, improving user experience.
    Better SEO & discoverability: Search engines now recognize JMKF’s content better, thanks to optimized image names and structured content.
    Improved accessibility & compliance: Legal pages and user-friendly navigation made the site more professional and globally accessible.
    Stronger engagement: Cleaner design, clear calls to action, and better category structuring increased usability.

    Beyond the Redesign: A Long-Term Partnership

    The JMKF team loved the transformation, leading to a retainer contract for continuous website management. This partnership was renewed in January 2025, ensuring ongoing improvements and maintenance.

     

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    How Tanzlite grew Zamseed’s social media by 95,000+ reach

    How Tanzlite grew Zamseed’s social media by 95,000+ reach

    Zamseed social media growth

    How We Elevated Zamseed’s Social Media Presence (And Why We Parted Ways)

    Company:

    Zamseed Tanzania

    Project:

    Social Media Management & Content Creation

    Focus Areas:

    Brand Awareness, Community Growth, Engagement

    Platforms:

    Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram

    The Challenge

    Before partnering with Tanzlite Digital, Zamseed Tanzania had a scattered, inconsistent social media presence. Their profiles were incomplete, lacked a clear voice, and were managed by too many inactive admins. We had to abandon one Facebook page after failing to contact the admin. Their content was more about announcements than conversations, missing the mark on engagement.

    They wanted a strong, credible presence that would position them as a leader in Tanzania’s agricultural sector.

      Our Approch

      We focused on building trust, engagement, and brand authority, not just posting for the sake of it. This meant:

      • Strategic Content Creation – We shifted from dry, one-way announcements to engaging, audience-driven content.
      • We sent our photo and video guy to capture famrers stories in te field.
      • Community Building – We grew their online farmers community (Facebook group) from 3,000 to 8,009 members, making it an active knowledge-sharing hub.
      • Consistent Posting & Engagement – Publishing 4-5x per week, balancing educational and promotional content.
      • Page Optimization – Improving social media bios, post structure, and engagement tactics.

      The Success

      🚀 95,940+ people reached across platforms
      🚀 12,289+ direct interactions (likes, shares, comments)
      🚀 Follower Growth:

      • Facebook: From 40 to 1,300
      • LinkedIn: From 0 to 1,219
      • Instagram: From 152 to 804

      🚀 Doubled the online community (FB Group) from 3K to 8K+ members

      Lessons in Collaboration

      While our strategy delivered real, measurable growth, this partnership also reinforced a key lesson:

      Marketing works best when agencies are trusted as strategic partners. Not just vendors executing orders.

      Throughout the engagement, marketing decisions were overly controlled by a rigid, top-down system, prioritizing internal preferences over audience needs. Branding became cluttered, content approval was bureaucratic, and creative decisions were dictated by people far removed from the marketing process.

      This experience clarified the kind of clients we work best with:
      ✅ Businesses that value expert input over excessive internal approvals.
      ✅ Decision-makers who focus on outcomes rather than micromanaging tactics.
      ✅ Companies that see marketing as a growth driver, not just an aesthetic checkbox.

      Final Thought

      We’re proud of the milestones we achieved in this project. The numbers speak for themselves. But great marketing isn’t just about reach and engagement. It’s about working with the right clients, not just for them.

      If you’re looking for an agency that brings strategy, creativity, and measurable growth—not just an extra pair of hands to “post things”—let’s talk.

      Boosted AzamPesa’s engagement with a new content strategy

      Boosted AzamPesa’s engagement with a new content strategy

      How Shukuru Transformed AzamPesa’s Social Media Engagement

      Company:

      AzamPay/AzamPesa

      Project:

      Content Strategy & Copywriting

      Type:

      Engagement, Awareness, Conversion

      Platforms:

      LinkedIn, Instagram, X

      What Was the Challenge?

      Before February 2023, the social media pages of AzamPay, AzamPesa and Sarafu faced a challenge common to many Tanzanian brands. They were talking at their audience. The content was directive and PR-ish—”Do this, Our product that.” It left followers as passive recipients of information, resulting in minimal engagement.

      For instance, AzamPesa’s Instagram had over 11K followers but averaged just 20 likes and 3 comments per post.

      The Alchemy (where I stepped in)

      As a Social Media Copywriter and Content Strategist, I suggested a complete content reframing. We shifted the audience from passive observers of our posts to active participants. Here’s what I did:

      •  Created conversational and audience-focused captions.
      • Repositioned product posts to spark dialogue and connection.
      • Collaborated with designers to craft graphics that complemented the new tone.

      The Impact

      AzamPesa’s Instagram engagement saw significant improvement.

      • Average likes grew to 40+ per post.
      • Comments increased to 10+ per post.
      • Organic discussions began to flourish on posts.

      Beyond results, I also learned a few critical lessons about working with content teams—though those remain my trade secret!

      AzamPesa Analytics

      Went Viral on X, their first ever

      If you struggle with messaging to engage and reach new customers online

      Helped TWiMMI leverage social media to elevate women in mining

      Helped TWiMMI leverage social media to elevate women in mining

      TWiMMI Social Media Success

      How TWiMMI Leveraged Social Media to Elevate Women in Mining

      Company:

      Tanzania Women in Mining and Mineral Industry (TWiMMI)

      Project:

      Social Media Marketing

      Type:

      Engagement, Awareness, Conversion

      Platforms:

      LinkedIn, Instagram, X

      What Was the Challenge?

      Despite their significant work in empowering women in the mining sector, TWiMMI struggled with visibility. Their online presence didn’t fully reflect their influence, impact, and advocacy efforts. They needed a digital strategy that would elevate their brand, attract the right stakeholders, and position them as industry leaders.

      Our Approach

      Tanzlite Digital developed and executed a trust-led digital marketing strategy, focusing on:
      Positioning TWiMMI as a key player in Tanzania’s mining sector
      Amplifying their advocacy efforts to increase engagement and credibility
      Showcasing their achievements to attract industry players and policymakers
      Enhancing their LinkedIn presence, ensuring thought leadership and visibility

      The Success

      Our collaboration led to significant outcomes, including:
      A Deputy Minister attended a TWiMMI event after seeing their online activities
      The Ministry reposted their content, increasing their credibility
      Participation from five African countries in their events
      High engagement from industry professionals on LinkedIn
      A strong, active LinkedIn presence, securing attention from key stakeholder

       Beyond Social Media

      TWiMMI’s impact has now reached an international stage! They recently represented Tanzania at the Invest in Africa Mining INDABA, one of the continent’s most prestigious mining conferences. This milestone solidifies their role in shaping the future of women in mining—not just in Tanzania, but across Africa.

      Conclusion

      TWiMMI’s journey proves that digital presence isn’t just about being online—it’s about being heard, seen, and taken seriously. By strategically amplifying their voice, Tanzlite Digital helped position them for opportunities that continue to elevate their mission.

      “Tanzlite has relieved the burden off our shoulder by taking over content creation and managing our organization pages. Now we consistently communicate our programs and attract partners and funders for our cause.”

      Mecktilder M. M.

      Executive Secretary, TWiMMI

      Website portfolio: Created over 20 stunning websites that attract customers

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      Revamped the website from an old, outdated to the brand new reflecting client’s needs.

      Corporate

      Built from scratch and currently hosting it. Site loads fast and client loves it.

      NGO

      Website needed a revamp and speed optimization. We delivered that and more!

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      Our client wanted a personal website. We obliged. Hosting this as well.

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      Revamped from a generic unoptimized previus site. Gave them a clean one.

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