Bowmans is a pan-African firm with a focus on business law. The firm has regional offices throughout South Africa and national offices in Tanzania, Uganda, Malawi, Zambia, Mauritius, and Kenya. The Tanzanian team consists of fifteen lawyers in an office in Dar es Salaam.
The firm advises on deals across a wide scope of industries. It engages in transactions within the banking, capital markets, M&A, private equity, project development, and restructuring and insolvency (R&I) practice areas. The firm has experience in advising on domestic law as well as foreign, such as English, Kenyan, South African and Zanzibari.
Bowmans advised
Maurel & Prom S.A. (M&P) in relation to the acquisition of Wentworth Resources Plc in accordance with the UK Takeover Code and implemented by means of a scheme of arrangement pursuant to Article 125 of the Jersey Companies Law, resulting in M&P acquiring direct and indirect interest in Mnazi Bay. The team acted as local counsel and reviewed transaction documents from a Tanzanian law perspective,
advised M&P on the local law requirements, and obtained regulatory approvals, including from the Fair Competition Commission and the Minister of Energy.
The transaction closed in February 2024 and was led by Wilbert Kapinga.
The firm also
advised Perseus in relation to its acquisition of shares in ASX listed
OreCorp Limited by way of Australian off-market take-over bid. The team acted as local counsel and introduced the client to the Government of Tanzania and led the negotiations on the fiscal terms of the deal. The deal closed in April 2024 and was led by Michael Strain.
Partner Ryan
Kitcat left the Corporate M&A team at the end of secondment
in March 2025.
Perseus Mining Limited (Perseus); Establishments Maurel & Prom S.A. (M&P); British International Investment plc (BII); Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (Adani); Stanbic Bank Tanzania;
Mawingu Networks Limited (Mawingu)
“We appreciate the firm’s accessibility, turnaround time and solution-oriented approach.” (M&A)
“The team gives professional advice and insight on
how a transaction can best be completed.” (Project Development)
“The team have extensive experience in sophisticated mining transactions and structuring in Tanzania and seem to work with all major constituents in the region.”
“They are very responsive and
operate much like American style legal advisory services.” (Project Development)
“Kelvin Mosha is a strong associate and has excellent drafting and local
jurisdiction
expertise.” (Project Development)
"Bowmans are extremely thorough in their
approach, and are very professional to deal with. They work long hours in order to ensure good service. Charles Mmasi is a very capable junior partner with a particular attention to detail - he is a safe pair of hands to have on board when doing business in Tanzania." (M&A)
"Bowmans are extremely thorough in their approach, and are very professional to deal with. They work long hours in order to ensure good service. Charles
Mmasi is a very capable junior partner with particular attention to detail - he is a safe pair of hands to have on board when doing business in Tanzania." (Project Development: Energy)
"Very careful legal analysis and responsiveness."
Dentons EALC East African Law Chambers is a corporate law firm in Tanzania. The firm is particularly strong in financial and corporate work with a specialism in M&A transactions for sellers.
Dentons EALC advised CRDB Bank PLC on its groundbreaking Samia Infrastructure Bond, part of a USD 300 million multi-medium-term notes programme. The team, led by Stella
Ndikimi,
provided legal counsel for all aspects of the bond
issuance and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements, including conducting legal due diligence, preparing transaction documents, and issuing legal opinions and transaction advice from a local law perspective.
The transaction closed in December 2024.
The firm is also providing legal due diligence and transactional advisory services for IFC on a proposed investment in BOA Bank Tanzania. This includes advising on local Tanzanian law and regulatory issues,
reviewing and providing comments on the English law governed Loan Agreement, providing local law
assistance for the signing of finance documents and disbursements,
collecting and reviewing local law conditions precedent, and issuing local law enforceability and capacity legal opinions. The transaction was completed in September 2024 and was led by Stella
Ndikimi.
Vodacom Tanzania Limited; CRDB Bank Plc; UBS Switzerland AG; East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) Limited; IFC; Landesbank Baden-Württemberg; G4S Secure Solutions (T) Limited; OS Trading & Investments
Pte. Ltd; FMO; ZOLA Electric
“The firm is communicative, timely, and professional.” (Financial Restructuring)
“We appreciate their commitment and customer support.” (Financial Services Regulatory)
“They are professional, responsive, and
fairly priced. They understand our business well and as such the quality of the work is good and serves us.” (M&A)
“Denton has ability to issue clear,
well structured legal opinions which decision makers can rely on.” (Project Development)
“They have vast knowledge of East African Legal framework ensuring the advice is locally grounded and internationally aligned.” (Project Development)
“Their application of the law to business enables them to provide sound and practical legal advice.” (Restructuring)
“They are very responsive.” (Restructuring)
“Caroline
Mageni handles most of the day to day and ad hoc requests we send to Dentons. She is responsive, clear with her communication, delivers results well and has good knowledge of the law.” (M&A)
“Having worked with
Caroline Mageni for a long time, she has understood our business well.” (M&A)
“Emma Kimaro is professional, creative, and responsive.” (Financial Restructuring)
“Juvenalis
Ngowi is very responsive.” (Restructuring)
“We appreciate
Stella Ndikimi’s commitment on delivery.” (Financial Services Regulatory)
“Stella
Ndikimi is responsive, good at her job and knows the Tanzanian jurisdiction well.” (M&A)
“Thomas
Sipemba understands very well the legal framework of the mining sector both Tanzania and globally leading him to issue sound legal opinion which Clients can rely on.” (Project Development)
Testimonials 2023/2024
“They are very competent and professional.” (Banking and Finance)
Stella Ndikimi
“Very good in corporate.”
FB Attorneys
is a full-service law firm based in Dar es Salaam. The firm is a member of Lex Africa.
The firm has a strong practice in both financial & corporate and project development, achieving top tier status for Tanzania in both.
FB Attorneys is
advising Williamsons Diamonds Limited on the offloading of a mine to another market player. Acting as lead counsel, the team is involved in obtaining approval processes involving a government stakeholder, navigating environmental issue, and obtaining approvals from the anti-trust authority, mining commission, and revenue authority. The transaction is currently ongoing and led by
FAyaz Bhojani and Abel
Mwiburi.
The firm is also advising a client in a partnership to
establish a mortar plant in East Tanzania. The team is acting as lead counsel and involved in drafting all documents, structuring the deal, and organizing bank financing. The transaction was led by Abel
Mwiburi and Phase 1 was completed in May 2025.
East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP); Williamson Diamonds Limited (WDL); Seacliff Hotel Group; Mohamed Enterprises Tanzania Limited (METL); Impact Waves Limited
“They are efficient and know the law.” (Asset Finance)
“They are the best at what they do. They not only have legal knowledge but also financial/commercial
expertise.” (Financial Restructuring)
“We appreciate their proactiveness in understanding the matter, their professionalism in handling clients, their ability in handling complex matters, and their excellent reporting and legal analysis.” (Financial Services Regulatory)
“The firm provides cost effective legal services and brilliance in what they do.” (M&A)
“Super law firm. I deal with them day in day out.” (M&A)
“They are stand out in their legal know how and efficiency; value for money; consistency and understanding of the African market.” (M&A)
“We appreciate their
expertise in corporate transactions as well as economic background which
assists in closing deals.” (M&A)
“FB Attorneys stands out as a premier law firm in Tanzania due to its exceptional combination of experience, expertise, client-centric approach, and cultural diversity.” (Private Equity)
“They are very professional and knowledgeable.” (Project Development)
“FB Attorneys provided professional legal support throughout the litigation process and efficiently handled the trademark registration in accordance with Tanzanian local laws.” (Project Development)
“They have the perfect match of being legalistic and commercial- we get the best practical solutions from these boys. They are extremely competent and highly sought after in East Africa.” (Project Development)
“The team is
very positive. If we
have to fly out one day before they are willing to do so. There are no hiccups compared to other firms we have worked in the past.” (Project Finance)
"Abel
Mwiburi has been our main partner that we work with. He has a good knowledge in tax as well as corporate. He is playing a major role in the expansion of the project.” (Private Equity)
"Abel
Mwiburi is a pleasure to work with and highly competent.” (M&A)
“Abel
Mwiburi is a team player and an excellent lawyer.” (Project Development)
“Alyshah Bharwani is assisting us with a transfer of real estate which will be used as a mortgage. Her real time updates and follow up is amazing.” (Asset Finance)
“Alyshah Bharwani coordinates well and has the knowledge of working with different individuals.” (Financial Restructuring)
“Alyshah Bharwani is efficient; knowledgeable about corporate finance, especially anti-trust law.” (M&A)
“Alyshah Bharwani has good knowledge in M&A.” (M&A)
“Alyshah Bharwani works hand in hand with Fayaz and assists in finishing the transaction. She likes to close one transaction to be able to begin the next.” (Project Finance)
“FAyaz Bhojani is an all-rounder and we call him for anything and everything. His depth of knowledge and understanding great.” (Asset Finance)
“FAyaz Bhojani has excellent negotiation skills and very good commercial knowledge.” (Financial Restructuring)
“FAyaz Bhojani is a top lawyer in Africa.
He is very competent, patient, and a good soul.” (M&A)
“FAyaz
Bhojani is one hell of a lawyer; pleasant to work with; has developed a
top notch team;
and knows the law very
very well.” (M&A)
“FAyaz Bhojani is the smartest lawyer; knows local laws and international laws;
doesn't get stuck; and gets the job done within timeframes given.” (M&A)
“FAyaz Bhojani has a good economic knowledge leading him to excellent negotiation skills.” (M&A)
“FAyaz Bhojani is a perfectionist; never undermines anyone; has a pleasant personality; and the most competent lawyer I have ever known.” (Project Development)
"FAyaz Bhojani is a well-trained lawyer for years of experience. His expertise in commercial and legal knowledge brings
a huge impact to our business. His relationship with his peers and regulatory authorities
assist in moving the project in a positive direction.” (Project Finance)
“Timon Vitalis knows the law very well and is always reachable.” (M&A)
“William
Mang'ena has strong advocacy skills.” (Project Development)
"Excellent fellows. Very dynamic. Know banking laws in and out. Extremely efficient. Pleasure to deal with." (Banking lending: Borrower side)
"They are prompt and know the law at their fingertips. They are efficient with their turnaround time and keep you updated on every milestone accomplished." (Banking lending: Borrower side)
"Easy to access and mostly straight to the point on advisory." (Banking and Finance)
"They are the best so far, effective and efficient and that is why we have been using them for all the phases." (Financial Restructuring)
"Classy and efficient lawyers. I enjoy working with them. They know the law very well." (M&A)
"Highly competent team, well versed in all local laws." (M&A)
"Highly competent team." (M&A)
"Highly competent in their field. They have access not only to lawyers but lawyers who know finance and corporate law. Very impressive team. Hard to find such talent." (M&A)
"They are always available 24/7, very efficient and effective. They do quality work." (Project Development: Energy)
"Satisfactory proactive legal and financial services being rendered by FB Attorneys." (Project Development: Energy)
"Thorough research-based knowledge and application. Understanding our needs and addressing the requirements." (Project Development: Infrastructure)
"Very good firm." (Project Development: Infrastructure)
"Very professional; very insightful on all new laws; documentation preparation is thorough." (Project Development: Infrastructure)
"They are always available 24/7, very efficient and effective. They do quality work." (Project Development: Transport)
"Prompt, a good communicator and efficient."
"Alyshah has been our contact person since we signed our engagement with FB Attorneys."
"She knows the law and is always responsive no matter what time of the day or night."
"Very responsive and accountable."
"A world class legal practitioner. I can compare him with any of the top lawyers in the world. Knows his stuff very well."
"Highly
skillful and efficient; manages his team very well; can foresee problems."
"Positive - bubbles with knowledge, always gets a solution."
"Solid lawyer, great negotiator and high skill set."
"Good listening and understanding abilities. Analytical and agile thinking. Solid knowledge."
"We do not undertake any project without consulting him. Very highly rated lawyer on the continent. I would rate him at the very top."
"Well rounded, efficient, well read."
"Knows what he is doing and explains the same in simple industry language."
IMMMA Advocates is a corporate law firm in Tanzania. The firm has three offices in Tanzania in Dar es Salaam, Mwanza and Zanzibar. The firm is particularly strong in project development work but is also very active in financial and corporate work with an emphasis on refinancing and M&A transactions for clients related to financial services.
IMMMA Advocates advised Alliance Insurance Corporation Limited on a merger transaction involving the transfer of shares between Heritage Insurance Company Kenya Limited, Alliance Insurance Corporation Limited, and Heritage Insurance Company (Tanzania) Limited. Acting as lead counsel, the team was responsible for navigating the merger control regime under Tanzanian law, including the preparation and submission of the merger notification to the Fair Competition Commission (FCC), as well as conducting regulatory analysis, advising on competition law implications, and liaising with the FCC to secure merger clearance. The transaction was led by
Burure
Ngocho and closed in April 2025.
The firm also
advised Harbor Investment Limited in relation to the proposed sale of its shares in Tanzania International Container Terminal Services to Adani International Ports Holdings PTE LTD. As lead counsel, the firm reviewed the share purchase agreement, attended negotiation meetings, prepared ancillary documents, and
provided legal advice on the transaction.
The transaction was led by Sadock
Magai and closed in June 2024.
National Bank of Commerce (NBC); CRDB Bank PLC; NCBA Bank Tanzania Limited (NCBA); Vodacom Tanzania Ltd; Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (TDB)
“Precision, efficient, affordability and professionalism” (Banking & Finance)
“IMMMA are very thorough in their reviews and pointing out risks that the organization should be aware of.”
(Financial Services Regulatory)
“What I value most about IMMMA Advocates is their depth of expertise and the practical, business-oriented approach they bring to complex matters.” (Restructuring)
“For restructuring and portfolio case management, their team demonstrates strong technical competence combined with a deep understanding of the regulatory and commercial environment in Tanzania.” (Restructuring)
“They are highly responsive, thorough in their analysis, and proactive in anticipating potential risks and opportunities.” (Restructuring)
“The team stands out for its ability to simplify complex legal issues,
provide clear strategic options, and deliver solutions that are not only legally sound but also commercially
viable. Their collaborative style and consistency in
maintaining high professional standards make them a trusted partner in sensitive and high-stakes assignments.” (Restructuring)
“We appreciate the firm’s time management, frequent follow ups, and legal updates.” (Restructuring)
“Gasper Nyika is efficient.” (Banking & Finance)
"Madina
Chenge pays exceptional attention to detail, she is commercially astute, and a brilliant lawyer who de-risks complex deals.” (Restructuring)
“Angela
Mndolwa is a good listener, accessible when needed, has a good understanding of Tanzania legal aspects, active in looking solutions for clients' needs, and gives frequent follow ups to close open items.” (Restructuring)
"Burure
Ngocho is highly solution-oriented and consistently provides sound, well-reasoned legal opinions. She has a strong ability to distil complex issues into practical advice, enabling clear decision-making and effective risk management.” (Restructuring)
“Burure
Ngocho’s approach is thoughtful, pragmatic, and always aligned with the client’s commercial objectives.” (Restructuring)
Anjarwalla & Khanna Tanzania is the Tanzanian presence of the Kenyan law firm
Anjarwalla & Khanna. The firm is based in Dar es Salaam. A&K is the founding member behind ALN, an alliance of leading corporate law firms currently in 15 key African jurisdictions. ALN firms have a presence in Francophone, Anglophone,
Lusophone and Arabic speaking Africa: Algeria, Cote D'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Guinea, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Morocco, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia.
The firm has a strong practice in financial and corporate work achieving top tier status for Tanzania. The firm is also very active in project development work.
Key clients of the firm include Equity Group Holdings,
Huaxin Cement Company,
Sinohydro Corporation and Cargill Financial Services International.
Client Feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Outstanding in every respect."
"Available at any time. Always respond personally, high quality of service and documentation."
Founded in May of 2017, ARS Law & Advisories
is a full-service firm
that has allied itself with other firms within the Tanzanian region to provide exemplary service to its clients.
The firm’s office is in Dar es Salaam.
The firm has substantial experience in
financial and corporate practice, as well as in project development. Within financial and corporate, the firm focuses on M&A, but is also strong in
capital markets, banking and finance and restructuring and insolvency.
The particularly
adept M&A
team
regularly advises cross-border
clients, specifically
private equity firms and financial institutions.
The project development team
is notably active in energy, mining and oil and gas.
The firm’s key clients include
Africure Pharmaceuticals
, Allen & Overy,
Boart Longyear Tanzania, Imaan
Finance and Krishna Finance & Investment.
Research period review: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Over the research period, the firm was active in financial and corporate practice.
The financial and corporate team participated in several M&A transactions, advising acquirers and sellers in complex acquisitions across various industries. The team also participated in numerous confidential matters.
In March of 2022, the firm recruited partner Dr. Frederick Ringo to join the financial and corporate team.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Legal opinion for banking license."
"They are very thorough and meticulous with their work."
"Commitment, professionalism and integrity."
Project development: Energy
"Thorough knowledge of local laws and regulations and professional in their conduct."
Project development: Infrastructure
"Easily accessible. Very thorough. Prompt in responding."
Restructuring: Restructuring and insolvency
"Excellent and fundamental advice and services in property transfer."
"Excellent communication; attention to detail."
"Very active and communicative."
"Very knowledgeable and thorough in her work. Very responsible lawyer."
"A good listener to appreciate the position. Provision of carefully considered opinion. Understanding of client concerns. Full inclusion of all case elements."
"Ethical approach to business and sound knowledge of local laws and regulations."
"Integrity - doing the right thing. Know-how - well versed with the local laws and regulations."
"Responds in a timely manner. Knowledgeable. Easily accessible."
Established in 1933, Clyde
& Co is the Tanzanian presence of the international law firm of the same name. The firm has over 2,500 legal professionals operating from over 50 offices and associated offices across six continents. The firm in Tanzania is led by managing partner Peter Kasanda and is based in Dar es Salaam where the firm has five partners and a total of 13 lawyers.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a strong practice in both financial and corporate and project development achieving top tier status for Tanzania in both these areas.
Key clients
The firm’s key clients include African Legal Support Facility, Federal Government of Somalia, Gladiator Resources and Premier Solar Group.
Research period review:
33rd edition (2023/2024)
Over the research period, the firm was active in financial and corporate as well as project development.
The financial and corporate team advised several acquirers, sellers, investors and lenders on acquisitions, financings and investments for clients in the mining, manufacturing and financial services sectors among others.
The firm’s project work consisted of working on projects for clients in the energy and manufacturing sectors among others.
Deal highlights: 33rd edition
(2023/2024)
Serengeti Breweries TZS 70 billion debt financing
Client feedback: 33rd edition
(2023/2024)
Banking and finance
“They are responsive, commercially astute and alive to issues.”
“They are responsive, reliable and knowledgeable of the local market. Easy to communicate with and had a very good understanding of the assignment.”
Project development
“They have a global network of clients which we would never have access to.”
“The services provided by Clyde & Co brought a very high added value to our project, making them compliant with local regulations, and at the same time more attractive for partners, lenders and investors.”
“Well informed, up to date with recent developments and professional.”
Restructuring
“Their work was detailed, commercial and impressive. They have bench strength, in that their partners are strong, but they are well supported by competent senior associates.”
Tenda Msinjili
“Knowledgeable with good client management.”
“Tenda is a very knowledgeable attorney who knows her field very well. She provides practical and hands-on advice and has a good understanding of the client's needs.”
Peter Kasanda
“Very good problem-solving and coming up with innovative solutions.”
“He is orally articulate, has good written communication skills, and also is a good listener.”
“Peter is incredibly well networked and has developed an extremely strong reputation for providing commercially sound advice in Tanzania, and the region more broadly. He understands the law and he understands the way in which it is implemented – and in Tanzania there can be a gulf between the two.”
“Peter is the managing partner of the firm. He is a leading project finance expert in the region. His reputation is impressive, his client management is very strong and he leads a strong and growing team of lawyers.”
