On January 10, 2025, the Personal Data Protection Commission (PDPC) issued a final call to all public and private institutions to voluntarily register in compliance with the Personal Data Protection Act No. 11 of 2022 (the “Act”). The PDPC has set a deadline of April 30, 2025 for all institutions to complete their registration. Failure...Read More

The rise in online and digital platform transactions has significantly influenced tax policy and administration in Tanzania. In response, the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania introduced a Digital Tax Regime through the Finance Act, 2022, which amended key legislation including the Income Tax Act (CAP 332) and the Value Added Tax Act (CAP...Read More

1. Definition and Purpose Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) encompass various Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), including faith-based/religious organizations, trusts, associations, community-based organizations, cooperative societies, legal aid providers, and philanthropic entities. These organizations are established to promote public good—often targeting the poor, women, children, and the elderly—with key focus areas including health, education, environment, and socio-political welfare. NGOs...Read More

The Labour Laws (Amendments) Act, Act No. 4 of 2025, came into force on the 14th March, 2025. The law amends The Employment and Labour Relations Act, 2004, the Labour Institutions Act, 2004 and The Non-Citizen (Employment Relations) Act, 2015. Key highlights of the amendments: Expanded definition of award: The Act has widened the definition...Read More

Introduction The Court of Appeal of Tanzania (CAT), on 8th April 2025, delivered a landmark decision in the case of Commissioner General (TRA) v. Vodacom Tanzania Public Limited Company, Civil Appeal No. 485 of 2023. The CAT overturned earlier decisions by the Tax Revenue Appeals Board (TRAB) and the Tax Revenue Appeals Tribunal (TRAT) regarding...Read More