Mining

Counsel for Tanzania’s extractives sector.

Mining is one of the cornerstones of Tanzania’s economy - and one of its most heavily regulated sectors. FIN & LAW advises across the full mining value chain, helping clients navigate the Mining Act, the dominance of the Mining Commission and the local-content and beneficiation requirements that now shape every project.

We act for exploration and production companies, strategic investors, banks and project financiers, contractors and service providers, and landholders affected by mining operations. Our advocates combine technical command of the licensing and fiscal regimes with a practical understanding of how resource projects are financed, built and operated on the ground - so the advice you receive is rigorous, commercial and genuinely actionable.

Whether you are entering the Tanzanian market, securing a mineral right, financing a project, structuring a joint venture or resolving a dispute, we work as one team across our corporate, tax, employment, land and disputes groups to deliver seamless counsel at every stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

What licences are required to conduct mining in Tanzania?

Mining activities generally require the appropriate mineral rights or licences, which vary by scale from artisanal and primary licences to larger mining licences. Holders must comply with ongoing obligations set by the mining regulator.

What obligations do mining companies have to local communities and the environment?

Mining projects typically involve environmental approvals, environmental and social management commitments, and local-content and community obligations. Meeting these requirements is essential both legally and for maintaining a social licence to operate.

How are royalties and fiscal terms handled in mining?

Mining is subject to royalties, fees, and taxes, and larger projects may involve specific fiscal and beneficiation requirements. Understanding these obligations is central to assessing a project’s viability.