Infrastructure & Construction

Navigating Tanzania’s 2025 Regulatory Shift for Small Power Projects (SPPs): A New Era for Tanzania

May 11, 2026

On 31 October 2025, the Government of Tanzania published the Electricity (Development of Small Power Projects) (Amendment) Rules, GN No. 640 of 2025 (the “SPP Amendments”). These amendments fundamentally revise the 2020 SPP framework (G.N No. 491 of 2020), ushering in a new era of regulatory transparency, grid stability, and strategic renewable energy integration. These changes are not…

Tanzania Proposes Changes to laws via the Miscellaneous Amendments Act, 2026

April 2, 2026

On 15 January 2026, the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania published the Written Laws (Miscellaneous Amendments) Act, 2026 (“the Act”) as Special Bill Supplement No. 1 to the Special Gazette Vol. 107. The Act amends twenty-one written laws spanning financial services regulation, corporate governance, intellectual property, civil aviation, tourism, drug control and criminal…

Tanzania Legal & Regulatory Year in Review 2025: Navigating a High-Growth Era

December 31, 2025

Is your business ready for Tanzania’s High-Growth era? The 2025 legislative cycle has transformed the United Republic of Tanzania into one of the most stable and predictable investment destinations in East Africa. By formalizing a High-Compliance framework, the government has created a transparent “operating manual” that secures sovereign value while offering unparalleled opportunities for international…

Unlocking Paradise: A Guide to Hotel Registration in Zanzibar

September 29, 2025

Zanzibar, the ‘Spice Island,’ has become one of Africa’s most sought-after tourism destinations, offering a unique blend of historical Stone Town, pristine beaches, and vibrant culture. For investors looking to capitalize on this boom, understanding the hotel registration and licensing process is the critical first step. The path to opening a hotel in Zanzibar is…

The process of registering a project with the Zanzibar Investment Promotion Authority (ZIPA)

September 29, 2025

Registering a project with the Zanzibar Investment Promotion Authority (ZIPA) is the key step for any significant investment in Zanzibar, as it grants access to important incentives and streamlines regulatory processes. ZIPA operates as a “one-stop center” for investors. The registration process involves two main stages and requires meeting specific minimum capital thresholds. 1. Minimum…