My uncle, who had just gotten married, lit a cigarette in the middle of his own wedding reception. The venue was a hotel ballroom in Dar es Salaam, full of family, friends, and music. Hotel staff asked him politely to stop, but being the groom, he refused. They ended up calling hotel security, and he […]

I have lived with my partner for three years. We have a child together and built a house. We are not officially married, but everyone in the community and our friends consider me his wife. Recently, my partner has become distant and has avoided intimacy with me, claiming it is due to work stress. Last […]

I run a home-based business selling cold beverages and a variety of ice cream. I bought a refrigerator from a local electronics store in Kariakoo, and it broke down just two days after I purchased it. I took it back, but they claimed I damaged it. The refrigerator came with a one-year warranty. Yet the […]

I am a young woman working as a junior officer in one of the ministries. I have worked in public service for three years now, and want to serve my constituency as a Member of Parliament. Yesterday, a photo of me taking the MP contesting form from the party offices was shared on social media. […]

I was carrying out a house renovation in Geita, and during some foundational work, I uncovered gold that locals say is abundant in Geita. The homeowner insists that the gold belongs to her since it was discovered on her land. However, I believe I should at least receive a share, as I am the one […]

Over the past few months, I have seen gangs of bikers riding noisy motorbikes on the Coco beach highway. Can they make such loud noises on a road where even the Prime Minister resides? What guidelines are there on noise and speed? NL, Dar es Salaam Your concern about noisy motorbikes along the Coco Beach […]

A doctor prescribed me Viagra to boost my performance and ensure I do not disappoint. After using the dose for 2 months, I have developed hearing and heart problems. My new doctor says that the previous doctor overprescribed the Viagra. Can I sue my doctor? Please advise me. GM, Arusha Being a man, we understand how […]

Photographer vanished I hired photographers for my wedding, paid them in advance, and they promised to deliver the photos within two weeks. It’s been three months, and they have vanished with no photos or refund. I have taken all measures and gave up. My wife has experienced emotional distress as she was looking forward to […]

My neighbours have been using my Wi-Fi without permission, and now my internet is slow because they are streaming movies all day. Can I take legal action? JM, Dar es Salaam Neighbours can be challenging at times. You have not informed us whether you secured your Wi-Fi with a password to prevent unauthorised access. However, […]

Our company recently won a construction tender and began work, only for a neighbouring business to sue us, claiming that the morning noise from our workers violates their right to a peaceful environment. Surprisingly, they also demanded damages for ‘emotional distress caused by excessive hammering.’ Is it legally possible to claim compensation for emotional distress […]