Leading Zanzibar Investment Lawyers for International Investors & Multinational Corporations
Structuring, protecting, and executing cross-border investments in Zanzibar with legal precision and regulatory assurance.
MAK & M Legal Firm is a leading investment law firm in Zanzibar advising international investors and multinational corporations and private clients on entering and operating within Zanzibar’s evolving legal landscape.
We deliver end-to-end legal advisory from investment structuring and company formation to real estate acquisition, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution ensuring transactions are secure, compliant, and positioned for long-term success.
We advise investors before capital is dep
loyed ensuring risks are identified, structures are secure, and transactions are enforceable.
Our role is to ensure investments are structured securely, executed efficiently, and protected under enforceable legal frameworks.
Key Investor Outcomes
- Secure market entry and compliant corporate structuring.
- Risk-managed property acquisition and development.
- Full regulatory compliance and licensing clarity.
- Efficient execution of cross-border transactions.
Core Services
- Corporate Structuring & Company Formation
- Foreign Investment Advisory
- Real Estate & Development Transactions
- Commercial Contracts & International Agreements
- Regulatory Compliance & Licensing
- Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
- Immigration & Residency Advisory
WHY INTERNATIONAL INVESTORS CHOOSE MAK & M LEGAL FIRM
Strategic Investment Opportunities for Foreign Investors
MAK & M Legal Firm delivers high-level legal advisory for complex transactions, cross-border investment structuring, and strategic business decisions in Zanzibar.
We combine technical legal expertise with practical commercial insight to support clients navigating high-value foreign investment opportunities in Zanzibar.
What Sets MAK & M Apart
Investor-Focused Legal Strategy
Tailored solutions aligned with commercial objectives and risk-managed execution.
High-Value Transaction Expertise
Advisory on multi-million-dollar investments across real estate, tourism, infrastructure, and cross-border projects.
Corporate Structuring & Governance
Robust frameworks for compliant market entry, ownership design, and corporate governance, guided by Zanzibar corporate law expertise.
Real Estate & Development Advisory
Legal guidance for secure acquisition, permitting, and project execution, supported by senior real estate counsel.
Private Client & Asset Protection
Structuring wealth preservation, succession planning, and cross-border asset protection for high-net-worth investors.
Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
Enforcement of commercial rights locally and internationally, minimizing business risk.
Partner-Level Engagement & Confidentiality
Direct access to senior counsel, delivering strategic advice with discretion and professionalism.
Trust & Credibility
Proven Experience:
10+ years of combined legal and government advisory expertise.
Cross-Border Capability:
Structuring and executing complex international transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
Regulatory Insight:
Deep understanding of Zanzibar’s legal and institutional framework.
High-Value Project Advisory:
Supporting multi-sector investments from inception to execution.
Trusted Advisors:
Engaged by international investors, private clients, corporations, and local institutions.
At MAK & M, we act as strategic legal partners, not just technicians—providing actionable guidance that protects capital, mitigates risk, and ensures enforceable outcomes for international investors entering Zanzibar.
HOW WE WORK
A Structured Approach to Investment Execution
We simplify complex investment transactions through a structured legal execution framework. We guide investors through a clear, structured legal framework—ensuring capital is protected, risks are managed, and transactions are executed within enforceable legal structures.
Our Process:
Initial Consultation – Understanding Your Investment Goals
We assess your objectives, investment horizon, and jurisdictional considerations to design a tailored legal strategy.
Structuring & Execution – Implementing Compliant Frameworks
We create and execute legally sound structures, contracts, and agreements to ensure enforceable and investment-grade transactions.
Legal Assessment – Identifying Risks and Compliance Needs
Our team evaluates regulatory obligations, potential legal risks, and structuring options to safeguard your investment.
Ongoing Advisory – Supporting Growth and Compliance
We provide continuous legal support for regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, dispute resolution, and expansion strategies.
KEY SECTORS
Real Estate & Property Development
Tourism & Hospitality
Infrastructure & Construction
Trade & Logistics
KEY RISKS FOR FOREIGN INVESTORS IN ZANZIBAR
Identifying Risk Before Capital Is Deployed
Foreign investment in emerging markets presents unique legal and regulatory risks. MAK & M Legal Firm advises international investors on risk identification, mitigation, and structured investment execution in Zanzibar. We help investors manage key legal and commercial risks, including:
- Land ownership and foreign investor restrictions
- Title verification and land registry risks
- Investment licensing and regulatory approval delays
- Joint venture and local partner risks
- Contract enforceability and dispute exposure
- Cross-border transaction and capital movement risks
We identify and mitigate legal risks at the earliest stage — before capital is deployed — ensuring investments are structured securely and executed with confidence.
Our Role
Stay Ahead of Zanzibar’s Investment Landscape
LEGAL INSIGHT
We provide timely legal analysis and practical guidance to help investors navigate Zanzibar’s regulatory environment. Our insights translate complex legal frameworks into clear, actionable intelligence across property law, corporate structuring, and cross-border investment.
TESTIMONIALS
Trusted by International Investors
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“We are based in South Africa and engaged MAK & M Legal Firm for our project in Zanzibar. Their professionalism and management of our affairs were outstanding. We highly recommend the firm.”
— J. Ngoma
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“I worked directly with Mr. Makame, who was consistently professional and communicative. His guidance made a complex legal matter significantly easier to navigate.”
— P. Rogowski
Practice Areas & Core Services
At MAK & M Legal Firm, we provide comprehensive legal advisory designed to protect capital, ensure regulatory compliance, and enable strategic growth within Zanzibar’s evolving investment landscape.
OUR TEAM
Makame Khamis — Founder
Corporate & Cross-Border Investment Specialist
With over 10 years of legal experience across government, private sector practice, and Canada, leads the firm’s corporate and cross-border investment practice, advising international investors, corporations, and entrepreneurs on structuring and executing high-value transactions in Zanzibar.
He provides strategic counsel on corporate structuring, governance frameworks, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory compliance, supporting investments across real estate, infrastructure, and cross-border ventures. His advisory focuses on risk mitigation, regulatory clarity, and long-term investment success.
Ali Hassan — Retired Government Lawyer
With over 30 years of experience in government legal service and real estate advisory, Ali Hassan advises investors and developers on property acquisition, infrastructure projects, and large-scale real estate development in Zanzibar.
As a retired government lawyer, he brings deep institutional knowledge and regulatory insight, helping investors navigate land use, planning regulations, and development approval processes. His advisory ensures investments are legally compliant, structurally secure, and strategically positioned.
His extensive experience supports investors in navigating complex approvals, regulatory frameworks, and high-value development projects across Zanzibar.
Real Estate & Development Specialist
Fatma Jabir
Legal Support
Fatma Jabir provides legal and administrative support, managing client communications, documentation, and case preparation.
Rahma Kombo
Senior Counsel
Dispute Resolution & Regulatory Advisory. With over 12 years of experience in both government and private sector practice, Rahma Kombo provides strategic counsel on commercial disputes, arbitration, and regulatory matters.
She represents clients in complex and high-value disputes, while also advising on governance compliance, regulatory risk, and cross-border legal matters. Her experience supports investors and corporations throughout the investment lifecycle, from structuring to dispute resolution.
MAK & M Legal Firm
Zanzibar Office
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday: Closed.
Request a Confidential Consultation
Speak directly with senior legal counsel regarding Zanzibar investment structuring, cross-border regulatory compliance, and asset protection.
All inquiries are handled discreetly and reviewed personally.