Tanzania's healthcare sector is rapidly modernizing as the government pushes for improved healthcare delivery across the country. With the expansion of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and growing private healthcare investment, pharmacies and hospitals need reliable software solutions. This guide compares the best pharmacy and hospital management software available in Tanzania for 2026.
Tanzania Healthcare Technology Landscape 2026
Key factors driving Tanzania's healthcare software adoption:
- NHIF Expansion: National Health Insurance Fund coverage growing nationwide
- TRA Compliance: Tanzania Revenue Authority electronic fiscal device requirements
- M-Pesa & Tigo Pesa: Mobile money payment integration essential
- TFDA Regulations: Tanzania Food and Drugs Authority compliance for pharmaceuticals
- Digital Health Strategy: Government initiatives for healthcare digitization
- EAC Integration: East African Community healthcare harmonization
Top Pharmacy Software in Tanzania 2026
1. PharmaPOS by MedSoftwares
PharmaPOS provides comprehensive pharmacy management designed for the Tanzanian market.
Key Features for Tanzania:
- Pricing: TZS 1,200,000 - TZS 4,000,000 one-time (no monthly fees)
- Currency: Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) native support
- Mobile Money: M-Pesa Tanzania, Tigo Pesa, Airtel Money integration
- NHIF: Electronic claims processing support
- Offline Mode: Full operation during power outages
- Inventory: FEFO expiry tracking, TFDA-compliant records
- Multi-Branch: Centralized management for pharmacy chains
- Languages: English and Swahili interface support
Tanzania-Specific Advantages:
- No recurring monthly fees
- Works offline - crucial for areas with unreliable power
- East Africa support team understanding local needs
- TRA electronic fiscal device compatible
2. MoveTech Solutions Tanzania
MoveTech offers pharmacy software solutions with regional presence in Tanzania.
Key Features:
- Coverage: Medicine sales, inventory, billing
- Target: Various pharmacy sizes
- Regional: East African market focus
- Support: Regional support availability
3. Smart Hospital Manager
Smart Hospital Manager offers self-hosted pharmacy management in Tanzania.
Key Features:
- Pricing: Pay-once lifetime license model
- Deployment: Self-hosted solution
- Modules: Pharmacy management included with HMS
Pharmacy Software Comparison - Tanzania
| Feature | PharmaPOS | MoveTech | Smart Hospital |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | TZS 1.2M-4M one-time | Contact vendor | One-time license |
| Mobile Money | ✅ M-Pesa, Tigo Pesa, Airtel | ⚠️ Verify | ⚠️ May need setup |
| NHIF Claims | ✅ Supported | ⚠️ Check | ⚠️ Check |
| Offline Mode | ✅ Full offline | ⚠️ Check | ✅ Self-hosted |
| Swahili Support | ✅ Available | ⚠️ Check | ⚠️ Check |
| TFDA Compliance | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Verify | ⚠️ Verify |
Top Hospital Management Software in Tanzania 2026
1. HospitalOS by MedSoftwares
HospitalOS delivers integrated hospital management for Tanzanian healthcare facilities.
Key Features for Tanzania:
- Pricing: TZS 2,000,000 - TZS 10,000,000 one-time license
- Modules: OPD, IPD, Laboratory, Pharmacy, Billing
- NHIF: Insurance claims integration
- Mobile Money: M-Pesa, Tigo Pesa patient payments
- EMR: Electronic medical records
- Offline: Critical operations without internet
- Languages: English and Swahili support
2. MoveTech Solutions Tanzania HMS
MoveTech provides hospital management software across Tanzania.
Key Features:
- Modules: Clinical, administrative, billing, support
- Scale: Multiple locations support
- Target: Large hospitals to clinics
- Pharmacy: Complete pharmacy management included
3. HospitalManagementSystem.org Tanzania
International provider with Tanzania-specific packages.
Key Features:
- Modules: OPD, IPD, pharmacy, laboratory, bed management
- Portals: Doctor, patient, staff access
- Pricing: Self-hosted lifetime license option
Hospital Software Comparison - Tanzania
| Feature | HospitalOS | MoveTech HMS | International HMS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | TZS 2M-10M one-time | Contact vendor | Various models |
| NHIF Integration | ✅ Full support | ⚠️ Verify | ⚠️ May need config |
| Mobile Money | ✅ All networks | ⚠️ Check | ⚠️ Limited |
| Offline Mode | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Check | ✅ Self-hosted |
| Laboratory | ✅ Integrated LIS | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Local Support | ✅ East Africa team | ✅ Regional | ⚠️ Online mainly |
Why Tanzanian Facilities Choose MedSoftwares
1. Mobile Money Integration
Native integration with M-Pesa Tanzania, Tigo Pesa, and Airtel Money allows patients to pay conveniently while facilities receive instant payment confirmation.
2. Offline-First Design
Tanzania's infrastructure varies significantly. Our software works fully offline, ensuring continuous operations regardless of power or internet availability.
3. NHIF Claims Support
Electronic claims processing accelerates reimbursements from the National Health Insurance Fund.
4. No Recurring Costs
One-time licensing eliminates ongoing subscription fees, important for facilities managing tight budgets.
5. Swahili Language Support
Interface available in Swahili alongside English for staff comfort and efficiency.
6. EAC Compatibility
Designed for East African Community healthcare environment, enabling regional scalability.
Implementation in Tanzania
For Pharmacies:
- Contact us for TZS pricing
- Mobile money integration setup
- NHIF configuration
- Staff training in English/Swahili
- Go-live with support
For Hospitals:
- Facility assessment
- Module selection based on needs
- Integration with existing systems
- Department training
- Phased rollout
Conclusion
Tanzania's healthcare sector needs software that handles local requirements: mobile money payments, NHIF claims, offline capability, and Swahili language support. PharmaPOS and HospitalOS deliver these features with affordable one-time licensing, making them excellent choices for Tanzanian pharmacies and hospitals.
Contact MedSoftwares for a demonstration and TZS pricing.
