jv tangerm construction co ltd technocombine construction ltd a joint venture vs tanzania ports authority another 2022 tzhccomd 180 4 july 2022
The plaintiff Joint Venture was legally constituted and had capacity to contract. The 1st defendant breached the agreements by delays in approving variations, delayed payments, failure to hand over sites, and non-determination of final accounts. Variations effected by site instructions, though not strictly following FIDIC procedures, were executed and consented to, entitling the plaintiff to compensation. Claims for specific damages were granted where strictly proved; general damages were awarded for prolonged inconvenience and reputational harm. Reliefs were ordered as detailed in the judgme…
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- Breach of contract
- Variation of contract
- Damages
- Interest on delayed payments
- Joint venture legal status
- Termination of contract