| Dates: |
| 22 & 23 October 2024 |
| Location and Venue: |
| Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania |
Exclusive 2 Day Masterclass
Tanzania Mining and Tax Law Masterclass 2024
Effectively Navigate Regulatory Frameworks and Compliance Strategies in the Tanzania Mining Industry!
The Tanzania Mining and Tax Law Masterclass offers a comprehensive exploration of the regulatory frameworks and compliance strategies essential for operating in the country's mining sector. The course covers essential topics such as the Mining Act, environmental and social governance (ESG) requirements, health and safety regulations, and the intricacies of tax obligations, including mineral royalties and corporate income tax. Attendees will gain insights into local content regulations, the importance of community engagement, and the role of transparency and accountability in ensuring ethical mining practices.
Through a combination of expert-led sessions, practical case studies, and interactive workshops, this masterclass equips participants with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate the complex regulatory landscape of Tanzania's mining sector.
Confirmed presenters:
Zephaniah M Henry, Principal Financial Analyst and Tax Review, Mining Commission
Eng. Benjamin J. Mchwampaka, Executive Secretary, Chamber of Mines Tanzania
Michael Strain, Managing Partner, Bowmans Tanzania
Kelvin Mosha, Senior Associate, Bowmans Tanzania
Donald Nsanyiwa, Tax Partner and Head of Tax, Ernst & Young Tanzania
Peninah Musya, Senior Manager Consulting, KPMG Tanzania
April Ernest, Managing Partner, Novus Law & Advisory Group
DESIGNED FOR THE FOLLOWING JOB FUNCTIONS, ACROSS ALL INDUSTRIES:
As Tanzania continues to position itself as a leading player in the global mining industry, understanding the intricate legal and fiscal frameworks governing the sector has become increasingly crucial. The Tanzanian government has implemented a series of regulatory reforms aimed at enhancing the transparency, sustainability, and profitability of mining operations within the country. These reforms, coupled with evolving global standards in environmental and social governance, require industry professionals to stay updated on the latest legal developments and compliance requirements.
The Tanzania Mining and Tax Law Masterclass is designed to address these needs, offering participants a comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape and equipping them with the tools to navigate the complexities of operating in Tanzania’s dynamic mining sector.
Attendance Fees:
2 Day Exclusive Masterclass: USD 590 / ZAR 10 900
Register 3 or more delegates: USD 540 / ZAR 9 900 each
Eng. Benjamin J. Mchwampaka is a seasoned Mining Engineer with more than 30 years of experience in the mining industry in Tanzania. His first employer was the Ministry of Minerals where he started as a junior mining engineer and he rose to become a Principal Mining Engineer and later was appointed as the Commissioner for Minerals in Tanzania. He was later transferred to the National Environment Management Council (NEMC) under the Vice President’s Office where he held various managerial positions before becoming the coordinator of a 7.4 million US$ project called Environmental Health and Pollution Management (GEF funded) that is responsible for reducing use of mercury in Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining in Tanzania, a position he held until compulsory retirement in December, 2021. He joined the Chamber in January, 2022.
Kelvin specializes in corporate, banking and finance, as well as mining. His experience in navigating complex regulatory frameworks and providing strategic legal counsel is highly valued by clients. He is renowned for structuring, negotiating, and executing high-value transactions and supporting clients' business objectives. This has earned him recognition in the industry from various clients in the mining sector and the banking and finance industry.
Michael Strain is one of East Africa’s most active corporate/M&A lawyers. Based in Tanzania but also covering the wider region. Within Tanzania he has a comprehensive corporate/commercial practice covering all aspects of non-contentious transactional and regulatory advice (including market entry); and across East Africa, particularly in Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia and Uganda, Michael advises large corporates, financial institutions, private equity firms and high-net-worth individuals on all forms of equity investments, acquisitions and disposals.
Whilst Michael’s work is sector-agnostic - he has particular expertise across sectors such as mining/ extractives, energy, real estate, infrastructure, logistics, agribusiness, telecommunications, banking and hospitality. Before relocating to East Africa more than ten years ago, Michael trained, qualified and practised as a corporate/M&A lawyer in the City of London. Michael is a Partner in the Dar es Salaam office and a member of the Mergers and Acquisitions practice.
Donald Nsanyiwa is a highly esteemed tax expert with a remarkable career spanning over 17 years in Tanzanian tax laws and regulations. He is currently a Tax Partner and the Head of Tax practice at EY Tanzania, where he leads a dynamic team of tax and legal professionals. His leadership and expertise have been instrumental in steering the tax practice to new heights. Throughout his tenure in Tax and Regulatory Services, Donald has played a pivotal role in numerous tax reviews, due diligence assignments, and tax training programs. He has also been heavily involved in audits conducted by the Tanzania Revenue Authority. His keen ability to identify areas of tax exposure and uncover tax planning opportunities has been invaluable to clients, providing them with strategic advantages in managing their tax affairs. Donald's influence extends beyond client services, as he has actively participated in lobbying for tax reforms and addressing other tax issues. He has engaged with the private sector through various platforms, including events with the Tanzania Private Sector Foundation (TPSF), such as the TRA-Business Community Engagement Event and the CEO’s Business Breakfast meeting for TPSF’s Corporate Cluster Members.
Peninah Musya is a highly skilled assurance, governance, risk and compliance professional with more than 12 years of experience in compliance audits, risk management, internal and external audit, fraud risk management, capacity building and training, and financial reporting. She has advised clients in mining, oil and gas, financial services, manufacturing, international development and humanitarian sectors in Tanzania, Kenya, South Sudan, Ethiopia and Sudan on the mentioned areas. Further, she was part of a team that developed the National Economic Empowerment Council’s local content implementation strategy for the period 2021 to 2031. She is a published author in local dailies and speaker at national forums on a diverse range of topics including governance, financial management and ESG.
April Ernest is the Founder of Novus Law & Advisory Group, a culture shifting and modern firm with presence in both Mainland and in Zanzibar. April has cultivated a solid understanding of the theoretical aspects of the legal profession and investment consultancy in the industry, together with her hands-on work experience of 9 years pre and post qualification, in a number of areas with initiative. April has assisted various entities and individuals set up business in Tanzania through providing legal and compliance advice on a range of corporate issues; reviewing and preparing transactional contracts; advising on foreign loans; conducting Business health legal and accounts risk and exposure services to mining and engineering companies; providing company incorporation and post-incorporation services including company secretarial, all while keeping her client base up to date with the latest legal trends, opportunities and developments in Tanzania.
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