In mainland Tanzania, foreigners cannot own land directly; they must obtain a Derivative Right through the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC), usually f... Read Moreor a 99-year term tied to an investment purpose. Zanzibar operates under a separate system where non-citizens can secure 99-year leaseholds (often structured in 33-year renewable blocks). In 2026, the Condominium Act allows foreigners to own units in "Strategic Investment Projects," which can include villas on private islands. Read Less