Entries by fbadmin1

Tax assessment improperly issued and served

I am Legal Manager of a manufacturing company in Dar es Salaam. On 12 July 2025, we discovered an adjusted assessment issued by TRA for the 2019 income year, citing over TZS 2.1 billion in tax and interest. We were not aware of it earlier, as it had been emailed to our former Finance Director […]

Witchcraft accusation 

My mother is an elderly woman who lives alone. Last week, after a dispute with a neighbour over the boundary of their land, the neighbour’s animals became ill, and a child had seizures. Now, villagers are accusing my mother of witchcraft, and they have even assaulted her, burned the house she was living in, and […]

Death during intimacy 

I went with my lover to a guest house for the weekend to escape the stresses of daily life and spend some quality time together. Sadly, during a private moment, he suddenly collapsed and died. I was arrested and detained for a while on suspicion of murder. However, the autopsy revealed he had an undiagnosed […]

Q&A – 14 July 2025

Smoking at wedding reception 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 […]

Twins marrying twins

My twin brother and I have worn matching outfits, attended the same school, and shared the same hobbies and interests. We are currently dating twin sisters, and are thinking of marrying them. Our friends and family say it is weird and maybe even illegal. We will be heartbroken not to marry these twin sisters. However, […]

Smoking at wedding reception

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 […]

Content on indigenous cultures

I recently visited the Hadzabe community with a licensed tour operator. It was incredible to see their hunter-gatherer lifestyle up close, and I took lots of photos and short videos and shared them with my social media followers. I made sure not to interfere, but most of the elders seemed uncomfortable when I took shots […]

Wife or concubine?

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 […]

Q&A – 7 July 2025

Wife or concubine? 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 […]

Fridge fiasco

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 […]

Business betrayal

I started a catering business with my close friend, invested money and helped secure clients. We agreed to share profits equally, but we did not sign any agreement. Now she has registered the business at BRELA in her name alone. What can I do? Please enlighten me. JM, Tanga This situation highlights the risks associated […]

Government job while running for MP

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. […]

Q&A – 30 June 2025

Gold found during renovation  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 […]

Gold found during renovation

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 […]

Customer personal data

We are a new tech-driven delivery startup operating in Arusha and planning to roll out both a web platform and a mobile app to allow customers to order fresh produce and local goods. As part of the app experience, we intend to collect personal data such as names, locations, order history, and preferences to enhance […]

Noisy motorbikes in Coco Beach

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 […]

Judgment won, but no payment in sight

I recently won a civil suit involving a contract dispute and was granted monetary damages as relief for the losses I incurred. However, after various efforts to execute the judgment, I discovered that the judgment debtor has no assets or sufficient means to satisfy the decree. I am growing concerned that this judgment may be […]

Suing doctor for Viagra overdose

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 […]

Q&A – 23 June 2025

Suing doctor for Viagra overdose 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 […]

Evidence obtained in undercover operation

I am a private investigator working for a security firm in Tanzania. Recently, I was hired by a client to uncover fraudulent activities within their business. Through undercover operations, we gathered substantial video recordings and electronic communications proving financial misconduct. We shared this evidence with law enforcement, who are now conducting their investigation based on […]

Q&A – 16 June 2025

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 […]

Neighbours stealing Wi-Fi 

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, […]

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 sharing these […]

Q&A – 9 June 2025

Beauty deception I recently discovered that my wife had undergone extensive cosmetic surgery before we met, significantly altering her natural appearance. We now have children, and they look nothing like the beauty I believed she possessed. I feel deceived and wonder whether I can take legal action against her for misrepresentation. Can a spouse sue […]

Opposing party caught us off guard with a PO

Our company is involved in a commercial dispute before the High Court. During the hearing, the opposing party abruptly raised a preliminary objection without prior notice to us, challenging the Court’s jurisdiction. We were caught off guard and did not have sufficient time to respond. Is it appropriate for a Court to entertain a preliminary […]