What happens when a company is no longer actively trading but still exists in the register? In Tanzania, such companies may be removed through a legal process known as striking off, initiated either by the Registrar of Companies or by the company itself. From compulsory strike-off due to non-compliance to voluntary removal by application, the process carries strict legal requirements, publication procedures, and potential consequences for directors and shareholders even after dissolution. This article breaks down how defunct companies are struck off the register in Tanzania, the legal steps involved, and the remedies available if a company is wrongly removed.
