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Zanzibar Tax Changes 2025: VAT, Excise Duty and Hotel Levy Amendments

Introduction Recent legislative reforms in Zanzibar have introduced several important tax and regulatory changes affecting businesses and taxpayers. These amendments primarily impact the Value Added Tax (VAT) framework, Excise Duty, and the Hotel Levy regime. The changes aim to strengthen tax compliance, enhance transparency in tax administration, and adapt the…
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IDRAS Tanzania: Navigating TRA’s New Digital Tax System

Navigating Tanzania’s IDRAS Landscape The domestic tax landscape in the United Republic of Tanzania has shifted from transaction-based compliance to a data-driven, fully integrated digital environment under the directive of H.E. President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan. What is IDRAS? The 17-Module Architecture Replacing a fragmented web of legacy platforms and…
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Trademark Search in Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar

A trademark applicant is not required to search for conflicting marks before using a trademark, or applying to register a trademark in Tanzania Mainland & Zanzibar. However, the most important reasons to do a trademark search are: i. to avoid liability from trademark infringement lawsuits. ii. to identify potential prior…
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TISEZA Tanzania: EPZ & SEZ Investment Opportunities Guide

The Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA) plays a central role in positioning Tanzania as a leading investment destination in Africa. Through strategic frameworks such as Export Processing Zones (EPZs) and Special Economic Zones (SEZs), Tanzania offers investors a competitive environment supported by tax incentives, infrastructure, and streamlined…
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Zanzibar Minimum Share Capital Requirement 2025 | BPRA New Rules

The Zanzibar Business and Property Registration Agency (BPRA) has introduced Practice Directive No. 2 of 2025, establishing a minimum share capital requirement of TZS 100,000,000 for certain companies operating in Zanzibar. This directive significantly affects foreign-owned companies and businesses operating in high-value economic sectors. The regulation aims to improve business…
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Trademark Renewal in Zanzibar (2026): Complete BPRA & ZIPO Trademark Renewal Guide for Foreign and Local Businesses

Trademark renewal in Zanzibar is an essential legal process for businesses, investors, startups, international corporations, and brand owners seeking long-term intellectual property protection in East Africa. Trademark protection in Zanzibar is governed by the Zanzibar Industrial Property Act and administered through the Zanzibar Business and Property Registration Agency (BPRA) and…
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Can Foreigners Buy Property in Zanzibar? Complete Guide for Investors

Zanzibar has become one of the most attractive destinations for international real estate investment in East Africa. With beautiful beaches, growing tourism, and investor-friendly policies, many foreigners are interested in buying villas, apartments, and resort properties. As of 2025, foreigners can legally buy property in Zanzibar through long-term leasehold ownership,…
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Tanzania Investment Incentives – TISEZA Registration

Tanzania has significantly transformed its investment environment to make the country one of the most attractive investment destinations in Africa. Starting 1 July 2025, the Government of Tanzania merged the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) and the Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA) to establish a new unified investment authority known as…
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