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We are a large mining company with operations worldwide, including Tanzania and we are required to invest in local infrastructure as part of our community social responsibility (CSR). However, we are frustrated with the additional costs and resources required to invest in infrastructure. Why does Tanzania make CSR mandatory? Other countries do not have similar […]
Legal Update – 20 June 2024
I recently discovered a person using my identity on various social media platforms. I have politely asked them to stop but they have refused. The impersonator claims it is not a crime since there is no physical harm. Is this true? What does the law say about impersonating another person online? JM, Lindi We are […]
My wife and I are public servants and had our second child early this year. Unfortunately, the baby died while my wife was on her maternity leave. We are still determined to expand our family. Is my wife still allowed to take her maternity leave in the next pregnancy? I know there is a restriction […]
Claims for electrocution My brother (now deceased) was cycling when he came into contact with a low-hanging, live power line. He suffered serious burns leading to his death. As administrator of his estate, I lodged a complaint with the Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) against Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited (TANESCO) as the […]
New facts in re-examination I am a handwriting expert and have attended numerous Court proceedings to understand the manner in which witnesses are usually questioned. However, in a recent case, I was surprised by a new practice. A counsel from one of the parties prayed to introduce a new fact in re-examination and was allowed […]
My husband is a traditional healer and was arrested after being found with Elephant tusks which he uses as medicine. He has been under police custody for three months now. Every time I visit him, the police tell the same story that the investigation is not complete. I want justice for my husband. What does […]
I used to be a troublemaker in the past. After undergoing therapy and counselling, I am now a new person. Unfortunately, during that dark period of my life, I committed a crime. The police arrested me but I was released on bail. I have been informed that I will be brought to justice. A friend […]
Legality of agency notices by TRA I am a medium sized trader paying my taxes regularly and on time. However, a few weeks ago I was served with a demand notice for taxes that I believe I do not owe, and a few days later my account was frozen vide an agency notice. I was […]
I am an adopted child and my adoptive parents have maintained a close relationship with my biological parents. Some people say I have been blessed with two sets of parents. They each take care of my needs and share responsibility for my education. What does the law say about parental responsibility after adoption? Please guide me. RF, […]
Legal Update – 30 May 2024
I am an investigative journalist working for a prominent broadcasting company in Tanzania. Recently, I was involved in a documentary on child trafficking and obtained a lot of information on trafficking rings and shared this with the police for further follow up. The police are now conducting their own undercover investigation using the data we […]
Finder of lost goods I recently found a valuable diamond ring on an airplane while travelling for a business trip. I am quite sure the ring was not intentionally left behind and hence have been making reasonable efforts to locate the true owner. This has included paying for airtime in television and radio stations trying […]
I own a lifestyle social media page where I post my travel and vacation experiences. It has come to my knowledge that one of my photographs was used by a tourism company based in Arusha to promote their business. Unfortunately, this was done without my consent and the company has refused to take down the […]
Taxation of a divorce property My husband and I recently finalized our divorce and have divided several properties between us as part of the divorce. Of course, I got the largest share since I have custody of our two children. Someone informed me there are tax implications even for divorce properties. How can this be? […]
I was appointed as administrator of my father’s estate. He was a prominent businessman who also had many disputes with his business associates. Unfortunately, there is a new case against him that has been instituted in Court. The dispute stems from a contract for delivery of goods which also contained an arbitration clause. My concern […]
I am a married woman residing in Tanga. Recently, a summons was issued by a Court directing that I appear as a witness in a civil suit. The challenge is that according to the commandments of my religion, married women are not allowed to appear in public unless fully covered and accompanied by their husbands. […]
I am an event photographer. The Tanzania law on drones is very new and unfortunately, most of us are not aware of it. For example, I registered a drone for use in Tanzania but I don’t know if I also need a licence to operate this drone. I want to be compliant. Please guide me. […]
I am a resident of Morogoro and work for a small business firm as a logistics officer. While I have worked for this firm for 3 years, we never signed a contract. Everything was agreed orally including my working hours, salaries and other benefits. My young brother who is currently studying law at a University […]
Marital rape in Tanzania I was watching the news last week, when I heard a case concerning marital rape from an Asian Country. In this news segment, the husband had forced his wife to have sexual intercourse and in some instances against the order of nature. This was surprising to me. How can a husband […]
We are a telecommunication company based in Tanzania with operations in mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar. We are aware that the government has adopted a law on data protection. We want to know if this law applies to our operations in Zanzibar. Kindly guide us. TP, Dar es Salaam The Personal Data Protection Act, [Chapter 44 […]
I own a factory that produces baskets using the latest technology but do not have a large capital, so we produce at a small scale. Our products are very popular in the market due to their quality. This has necessitated an increase in production to meet demands. I currently have six employees but will employ […]
Money laundering in casinos We have recently opened a casino in the bustling city of Dar es Salaam. Reports from other countries indicate that casinos are sometimes used by money launders to clean proceeds from crimes. For that reason, casino operators have special obligations to report suspicious transactions. Is this also the case in Tanzania […]
Yellow fever vaccination requirements We are a group of friends based in different European Countries and want to travel to Tanzania during the winter season to avoid the cold weather. Our travel agent recommended that we check for vaccination requirements in Tanzania. Following this advice, we searched on the internet and discovered that there is […]
We are an NGO based in Dar es Salaam. For a month now we have mobilized humanitarian aid for households affected by floods following heavy rainfall in various parts of the region. This effort was done in good faith. However, a community leader warned us that we have not followed the law. Is there a […]
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