MWEBESA LAW GROUP
Excellence meets expertise in legal services
Cris Mwebesa our Managing Partner is a distinguished legal practitioner with an illustrious career spanning over 15 years, marked by significant roles as Legal Director or Head of Legal at esteemed organizations including Tanzania Cigarette Company (TCC), Fair Competition Commission (FCC), Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited (TANESCO), TIB Development Bank, and PricewaterhouseCoopers. With a wealth of experience cultivated through diverse professional environments, including a tenure at Latham & Watkins in London, Cris has garnered comprehensive knowledge across various industries and legal domains. As a visionary leader, Cris leverages his extensive experience and strategic insights to steer the firm towards success, ensuring the delivery of exceptional legal services to clients. Specializing in Tax, Corporate & Commercial law, Competition & Anti-trust, M&A, and Mining, Cris brings unparalleled expertise to his practice. His astute legal acumen, combined with his leadership acumen, positions him as a trusted advisor and invaluable asset within the legal community.
On June 30, 2025, the Finance Act, 2025 (The Act) became operational after being passed by the Parliament and subsequently assented by the President. The Act implements the national budget for the fiscal year 2025/2026. This landmark legislation introduces sweeping amendments across multiple tax and regulatory laws, with significant implications for businesses, investors, and the …
Imagine standing before the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), where every missing document or delayed submission can inflate your tax liability and weaken your defense. The rules are clear: the onus of proof rests squarely on your shoulders. Fail to provide the right evidence at the audit stage, and you risk facing assessments based on estimates …
Crispin Bebwa Mwebesa Esq (Managing Partner) & Adv. Valentina Clifford (Associate)
Oraro & Company Advocates, a leading full-service law firm in Kenya, and MWEBESA LAW GROUP, a prominent Tanzanian full-service law firm known for its expertise and innovation, are pleased to announce their collaboration and strategic partnership. This strategic partnership aims to leverage the combined strengths and resources of both firms to provide clients with enhanced …
In our initial episode, we initiated our journey through Tanzania’s anti-counterfeit legal land- scape by revealing the fundamental pillars of these vital rules. We unraveled the Merchandise Marks Act, Act No. 20 of 1963, and its complementary regulations, the Merchandise Marks Regulation of 2008 and the Merchandise Marks (Amendments) Regulation of 2010. Moreover, we demystified …
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