Leyrand advises banks, non-bank lenders, borrowers, fintech businesses, and financial institutions on the full range of banking and finance matters in Tanzania — from individual facilities to complex, multi-source financings.
Lending and security. We draft and negotiate loan agreements, guarantees, and the full range of security — mortgages, debentures, share charges, and assignments — and advise on perfection, priority, and enforcement under Tanzanian law.
Regulation and licensing. The financial sector is among the most heavily regulated in Tanzania. We advise on Bank of Tanzania licensing and prudential requirements, capital markets regulation, and the establishment and ongoing compliance of banks, microfinance institutions, and payment providers.
Fintech and payments. We support fintech businesses on licensing, regulatory engagement, product structuring, and the data protection and consumer protection obligations that increasingly shape the sector.
AML / KYC and financial crime. We advise on anti-money-laundering and know-your-customer frameworks, helping institutions build compliance programmes that meet regulatory expectations.
Restructuring and distressed debt. When facilities come under stress, we advise lenders and borrowers on workouts, restructurings, and the recovery and enforcement of security.
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