Board and Management Team

Protase Ishengoma

Board Chairman

Protase is a distinguished retired partner and now serves as a Counsel at IMMMA Advocates, where he continues to bring his vast expertise as a practicing Advocate of the High Court of Tanzania. A founding member of the firm, Protase has counseled a broad range of clients across various industries on regulatory matters as well as general corporate and commercial law. His specializations include project finance, energy and oil and gas, infrastructure, business formation and registration, social security, telecommunications, intellectual property, employment, and land law.

With a notable career acting for the Government of Tanzania and international investors in major energy projects, Protase played a key role in drafting the new Companies Act and advising the Ministry of Lands, Human Settlement, and Development on the review of the Land Acquisition Act, leading to the creation of the new Land Acquisition and Compensation Bill.

As the former head of the Project Finance, Infrastructure, Energy, and Oil & Gas practice, Protase provided unparalleled insights and skills, particularly in the sectors of infrastructure development, energy projects, and oil and gas ventures. His extensive experience in advising both public and private entities has been instrumental in fostering strong relationships with governments in Tanzania, Zanzibar, Ghana, and Somalia, among others.

Renowned for his meticulous approach to complex commercial transactions, particularly in project financing, Protase's attention to detail and strategic guidance have been invaluable to clients navigating intricate legal landscapes. His continued involvement as Of Counsel ensures that his wealth of knowledge and experience remains accessible to those in need of expert legal advice.
 

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