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What does trademark recordation entail? Do I need to record my trademark while it is already registered in Tanzania? What risks will I be exposed to if my trademark is not recorded? OM, Dar es Salaam Trademark recordation was officially commenced in 2025 through The Merchandise Marks (Recordation) Regulations. The Regulations introduce a trademark recordation […]
My trademark is very famous all over Africa but not registered in Tanzania. I recently got news from a friend in Tanzania that someone is trading in Tanzania under my trademark without my permission. I would like to seek legal guidance from you regarding my right to sue for infringement? RG, Seychelles Unfortunately, you cannot […]
Legal Update – 4 April 2026
Wife withholds consent for matrimonial mortgage My wife has refused to give consent for the registration of a mortgage over our matrimonial property. I urgently need to pay our children’s school fees, but she does not understand the necessity of this arrangement and keeps saying in Swahili jargon, “Wanaume wameumbiwa mateso.” (men are born to […]
I need to register a charge for my company with the Business Registrations and Licensing Agency (BRELA). I have already filed the company’s annual returns, but upon lodging the documents, my lender has informed me that I am not in compliance because the Beneficial Ownership (BO) information has not been submitted. The Registrar at BRELA […]
Our company operates in the Southern part of Tanzania in the mining sector. We recently received news that the Court has nullified the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Regulations which provided for how mining companies should support development projects in mining host communities. What does this mean for host communities and companies? Kindly clarify. JM, Mwanza We are […]
My neighbour told me that every owner of a CCTV camera in Tanzania must register with the Personal Data Protection Commission. Is this true, and what are the rules for using CCTV? How long does the registration take and what are the application fees? FK, Dar es Salaam Yes, your neighbour is correct to a certain […]
My wife has refused to give consent for the registration of a mortgage over our matrimonial property. I urgently need to pay our children’s school fees, but she does not understand the necessity of this arrangement and keeps saying in Swahili jargon, “Wanaume wameumbiwa mateso.” (men are born to suffer). What should I do? JD, […]
Legal Update – 27 March 2026
Legal Update – 24 March 2026
Pregnant wife, child not mine I do not know where to begin. I used to live in Dar es Salaam but moved to Dodoma following the Government shift to the Capital. My wife remained in Dar. I recently discovered that she is pregnant, but I suspect the child is not mine since her due date […]
My neighbour’s goats keep sneaking into my garden and munching on my vegetables. The other day, they devoured all my cabbages. I asked the owner to compensate me for the damages, but he claimed my fence was so weak that even a toddler could knock it over. How can he not see that the goats […]
Last week, I decided to stroll around the neighbourhood while openly carrying a legally owned and registered firearm. I wandered about and eventually entered a bar for some refreshments. Many people noticed my gun, which filled me with pride. However, I was later asked to leave the bar because some customers felt uncomfortable with my […]
I was travelling on a flight operated by an airline in Tanzania. During the flight, a crew member made derogatory comments about my body size, which is admittedly big, causing me significant distress. The crew member even moved me from the emergency seat, citing airline safety procedures. I felt humiliated but complied with the request […]
I do not know where to begin. I used to live in Dar es Salaam but moved to Dodoma following the Government shift to the Capital. My wife remained in Dar. I recently discovered that she is pregnant, but I suspect the child is not mine since her due date does not align with the […]
Anxiety pills caused unexpected thrills I am a 29-year-old woman, married and living in Arusha. I have been struggling with anxiety, and my doctor prescribed me anti-anxiety medication. The medicine helped calm me down, but it also had an unexpected side effect, which increased my libido. When I mentioned this to my doctor, he suggested […]
We are an insurance services company headquartered in Zanzibar, with operations spanning both Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar. We have heard of cases on personal data protection from mainland Tanzania and wonder whether there is similar law in Zanzibar. Kindly advise. MK, Zanzibar The Personal Data Protection Act, Cap. 44 [R.E. 2023], applies to both Mainland […]
I have been leasing apartments in Dar es Salaam for nearly fifteen years. Most of my tenants are expatriates working with embassies, NGOs, or multinational companies. For convenience, I have always quoted rent in US dollars, and tenants paid me directly in USD. This was sensible because their salaries are in foreign currency, and it […]
I am a 29-year-old woman, married and living in Arusha. I have been struggling with anxiety, and my doctor prescribed me anti-anxiety medication. The medicine helped calm me down, but it also had an unexpected side effect, which increased my libido. When I mentioned this to my doctor, he suggested I should find ways to […]
Legal Update – 11 March 2026
Consequences for Adultery I recently faced trouble for adultery. My wife found out I had another family with my children’s teacher. She threatened to report me to the police and despite my pleas last week she met a lawyer friend who advised her to sue for damages in a civil suit. This confused me, and […]
I am a young music producer in Arusha who began experimenting with artificial intelligence software to produce beats and background tracks. I uploaded these AI‑generated songs to social media, branding myself as the ‘future of Tanzanian music.’ The tracks quickly gained popularity, and several companies approached me to license the music for advertisements. However, another […]
A young Instagram personality in Dar es Salaam recently went viral after posting videos urging teenagers to drop out of school and join his ‘fast‑cash’ pyramid‑style business. Parents complained that their children were idolizing him and considering dropping out. As a concerned parent, I want to ask whether Tanzania has a law specifically regulating influencers. […]
I recently faced trouble for adultery. My wife found out I had another family with my children’s teacher. She threatened to report me to the police and despite my pleas last week she met a lawyer friend who advised her to sue for damages in a civil suit. This confused me, and I don’t know […]
Fortress wall in residential neighbourhood My neighbour has built a huge wall around his property. It is so high and solid that it looks like a fortress. We can’t see inside at all, and it feels intimidating. I’m worried about safety and whether this is even allowed. Can someone just build such a wall? I […]
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