Tanzania, May 10 -- Dar es Salaam. Tanzania is in for a multi-billion shilling arbitration after Danish investor Finn Von Wurden Petersen initiated proceedings at The Hague, The Citizen has learnt.

The dispute, which dates back to the 1970s, centres on the alleged expropriation of Mr Petersen's expansive Milimani and Noor Farms, along with a fleet of fishing vessels.

Despite Tanzania's previous commitment to an amicable resolution, Mr Petersen's pursuit of justice has escalated to the international stage, casting a shadow of uncertainty over the outcome.

The two farms, Milimani and Noors, measured 2,296 and 1,342 acres, respectively.

In his submission, Mr Petersen detailed his complaints to the Tanzanian authorities, alleging machinat...