Update on ARIPO Designation in Tanzania (September 2025)
Update on ARIPO Designation in Tanzania (September 2025) Following the landmark decision of the Court of Appeal of Tanzania in Civil Appeal No. 593 of 2022 (Lakairo Industries Group Co. Limited & Others vs Kenafrica Industries Limited & Others), Tanzania has officially suspended the effect of ARIPO trademarks designating Tanzania. The Court clarified that trademark…
Does ARIPO Trademark Registration Protect You in Tanzania? Landmark Court Ruling Clarifies
Does ARIPO Trademark Registration Protect You in Tanzania? Landmark Court Ruling Clarifies Introduction: Why This Case Matters for Foreign Trademark Owners In a landmark decision issued by the Court of Appeal of Tanzania on 26 September 2025, the court reaffirmed the principle of territoriality in trademark law and clarified that trademark registration under ARIPO (African…
FCC Trademark Recordation in Mainland Tanzania, The 2025 Complete Guide
FCC Trademark Recordation in Mainland Tanzania, The 2025 Complete Guide If you import branded goods into Mainland Tanzania, Tanganyika, the Fair Competition Commission (FCC) now requires trademark recordation. This guide answers every common client question, explains the legal framework, timelines, documents, costs, and gives you a clean, practical procedure you can follow today. What is FCC…
Business Opportunities, Setup, And Company Registration In Arusha
Arusha, famously known as Tanzania’s gateway to world-renowned tourist destinations such as Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Mount Kilimanjaro, has rapidly grown into a thriving commercial hub. Strategically located in northern Tanzania, Arusha presents numerous lucrative business opportunities, especially in tourism, agriculture, real estate, and trade. At Eden Law Chambers, we specialize in supporting foreign investors…
Zanzibar Real Estate and Property Purchase; Comprehensive Guide
Introduction: If you’re considering investing in Zanzibar real estate or navigating the complexities of property purchase in Zanzibar, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the necessary information. From understanding legal definitions to detailed processes and foreign investment opportunities, we’ve got you covered. Understanding Zanzibar Real Estate: Land Definitions and Ownership Rights According to…
Land Purchase in Zanzibar
A foreigner can purchase land from the holder of Right of Occupancy, or from any person owning interest over the land though other means including inheritance, or purchase but has no granted Right of Occupancy.
Further, A foreigner can acquire/purchase a landed property such as house, or apartment, in Zanzibar. According to the definition of land given by the Land laws of Zanzibar, to include among other things attached to land, buildings. therefore it is possible to purchase a ready made house in Zanzibar.
Work Permit Requirements & Procedure: Tanzania.
What is Work Permit? The Work Permit is issued to a non-citizen, who has secured employment, invest, or established a business in Tanzania, the permit is issued by the Government of Tanzania, under the Ministry of Labour and Employment. The one with the mandate to issue the Permit in Tanzania is the Commissioner for Labour….
Residence Permit Requirements : Tanzania & Zanzibar.
What is Residence Permit? Residence Permit is issued to a non-citizen, who intends to live and stay in Tanzania or Zanzibar, the permit is issued by the Government of Tanzania, under the Immigration Department. Any non-citizen intending to reside in Tanzania or Zanzibar for investment, business, employment or any other legal activity is eligible to…
ACQUISITION OF MINERAL LICENSE (DEALING) IN TANZANIA
Mineral license (Dealing) gives the holder the right and authority to engage in a business of minerals and trade as a broker or a dealer after having met the legal requirements prescribed by the law. Type of Mineral licenses issued in Tanzania are as follows: – 1. Broker Mineral license A holder of a broker…
Legalization of Document in Tanzania
First the document shall be original and must have been authenticated by the issuing authority, then the document shall be taken to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, in Dodoma where the Ministry will affix its stamp and sign the document authenticating that the document is issued by the authorized institution in Tanzania.
Thereafter, the document has to be taken to the diplomatic or consular mission of the destination country in Tanzania, where the Mission will affix its stamp and signature, authenticating the stamp and signature of the Ministry of Foreign Affair of Tanzania.
