HC Deb 10 March 1954 vol 524 c158W
79. Mr. J. Johnson

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what length of leases are allowed in Tanganyika for non-African settlers.

Mr. J. Foster

Under the Tanganyika Law the Governor is empowered to grant rights of occupancy to both Africans and non-Africans for any term not exceeding 99 years. Unless there are reasons to the contrary in particular cases, leases are normally granted for the maximum period.