The Fate Attorneys · Mwanza, Tanzania

Specialised legal counsel in mining, labour, business and disputes.

Clear advice. Strategic thinking. Effective representation.

The Fate Attorneys is a Tanzanian law firm with principal specialisations in Mining & Natural Resources Law and Employment & Labour Law, supported by strong Corporate & Commercial and Litigation & Dispute Resolution practices. The firm also advises on criminal, land, property, contractual and related business matters.

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  • Mining & Natural Resources
  • Employment & Labour
  • Corporate & Commercial
  • Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Mwanza roots. Counsel across Tanzania.

The Fate Attorneys is a Mwanza-based Tanzanian law firm. Its principal specialisations are Mining & Natural Resources Law and Employment & Labour Law, supported by Corporate & Commercial counsel and Litigation & Dispute Resolution.

Principal specialisations
Mining & Natural Resources Employment & Labour
Supporting practices
Corporate & Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution
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Areas of Practice

Focused counsel for business, workplaces and disputes.

Mining and labour are the firm’s principal specialisations, supported by substantial corporate and commercial counsel and litigation across a broad range of legal matters.

Principal specialisation

Mining & Natural Resources Law

Legal advice for mineral-right holders, investors, mining companies, project partners, contractors and other participants in Tanzania’s mining sector.

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Principal specialisation

Employment & Labour Law

Advice and representation for employers and employees on employment relationships, disciplinary proceedings, termination, CMA matters and labour litigation.

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Major practice area

Corporate & Commercial Law

Company formation, governance, shareholder and joint-venture arrangements, investment structures, corporate transactions, commercial contracts and business advisory.

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Core cross-cutting practice

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Representation in civil, commercial, employment, land, contractual and other disputes before courts, tribunals and other dispute-resolution forums.

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Other areas of practice

Broader counsel where a matter requires it.

Criminal MattersAdvice and court representation in criminal proceedings. Land & PropertyTransactions, due diligence, conveyancing and property disputes. Contracts & Legal DocumentationDrafting, reviewing and negotiating legal agreements and instruments.
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Legal Services · Mwanza · Tanzania
Our Approach

Listen carefully. Explain clearly. Work thoughtfully.

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  1. 01

    Understand the matter

    We begin by reviewing the facts, relevant documents, deadlines and the client’s objectives.

  2. 02

    Consider the legal options

    We identify the legal issues, explain the available options and discuss the practical implications of each course.

  3. 03

    Agree on the way forward

    We define the scope of work, the immediate steps required and how the matter will proceed.

Meet the Founder
Mwanza · Tanzania
Adv. Ernest Alfred Mhagama, Founder and Managing Counsel of The Fate Attorneys
Adv. Ernest Alfred MhagamaFounder & Managing Counsel
The Fate Attorneys
Languages
Kiswahili · English
Practice Office
Kirumba, Mwanza

Adv. Ernest Alfred Mhagama

Founder & Managing CounselThe Fate Attorneys

Ernest Alfred Mhagama is the Founder and Managing Counsel of The Fate Attorneys. The firm was established in Musoma in 2020 and moved to Mwanza in 2023.

His practice includes mining and natural resources, employment and labour law, corporate and commercial law, civil and criminal litigation, land and property transactions, and legal documentation.

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Before establishing The Fate Attorneys, he served from 2017 to 2022 as Lake Zonal Legal Counsel for the National Union of Mine and Energy Workers of Tanzania (NUMET). In that role, he represented union members before the Commission for Mediation and Arbitration and the High Court Labour Division, advised on labour-law compliance, handled disciplinary and grievance proceedings, conducted negotiations and advised the organisation on legal matters.

Earlier in his career, he worked as a Legal Officer with Ammitie Attorneys in Mwanza, where his work included legal drafting, court and tribunal filings, commercial documentation, land-transfer documents, negotiations and settlement discussions.

Experience

Former Lake Zonal Legal Counsel, NUMET

Mwanza & Lake Zone · 2017–2022
Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice

Law School of Tanzania · 2017

Bachelor of Laws

St. Augustine University of Tanzania · 2015

Academic Note: His LL.B. research examined the law and practice relating to customary rights of occupancy in mortgage transactions in Tanzania.

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Direct Chambers: +255 757 682 097
mhagama@fateattorneys.co.tz

Our People

Senior counsel and legal officers.

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Adv. Msafiri Aloys Henga, Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania
Senior Counsel

Adv. Msafiri Aloys Henga

Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania

An advocate with over 14 years of legal experience and advanced training in economic laws. His practice focuses on corporate and commercial law, conveyancing, civil litigation, criminal litigation and regulatory compliance.

Senior counsel details
Experience
14+ years
Bar Admission
2011
+255 767 655 677 msafirihenga@fateattorneys.co.tz
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Legal Officers
Legal Team · Mwanza
Frequently Asked Questions

Before you get in touch.

Practical answers to common questions about instructing the firm and the services we provide.

Jurisdiction
Based in Mwanza · Serving Clients Across Tanzania
Consultation
Kiswahili · English
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Direct line: +255 757 682 097 · info@fateattorneys.co.tz

01How do I arrange a consultation?
Call +255 757 682 097 or email info@fateattorneys.co.tz with a brief description of your matter. The office will confirm availability and arrange a suitable time.
02Do you advise clients outside Mwanza?
Yes. The firm is based in Mwanza and may advise or represent clients in matters arising elsewhere in Tanzania, depending on the nature of the matter and the required court or tribunal attendance.
03Do you advise companies and employers?
Yes. The firm advises businesses and organisations on employment matters, commercial agreements, corporate documentation, disputes and other legal obligations.
04Do you handle employment matters before the CMA and High Court?
Yes. The firm handles employment and labour matters, including proceedings before the Commission for Mediation and Arbitration and the High Court Labour Division.
05Can you review or prepare an agreement before I sign it?
Yes. The firm drafts and reviews commercial agreements, sale agreements and other legal documents. Seeking advice before signing can help identify unclear obligations, legal risks and important terms.
06Does every dispute need to go to court?
Not necessarily. Depending on the circumstances, negotiation, mediation, settlement or another available process may be appropriate before or instead of litigation.
07What should I prepare for the first meeting?
Bring the documents connected to the matter, relevant correspondence and a short timeline of events. Mention any court dates, notices or legal deadlines.
08Can I discuss my matter in Kiswahili?
Yes. You may communicate with the firm in Kiswahili or English.
09How can I find out the legal fees?
Contact the firm with the nature and scope of the work required. A fee quotation can then be discussed, including whether court fees, filing fees or other expenses are separate.
10What if my matter has an urgent deadline?
Mention the deadline immediately when contacting the office and provide the relevant notice or document. Sending an enquiry does not by itself mean that the firm has accepted instructions or assumed responsibility for the deadline.
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Mwanza City · Tanzania

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Office Address

Rock City Mall, 2nd Floor, Wing C
Plot 494 KV, Kirumba
Corner of Makongoro Road / Furahisha Street
Office No. 216
Mwanza, Tanzania

Postal Address

P.O. Box 20270, Mwanza City