Firms To Watch: Leading firms

Led by James Banda, AMW & Co Legal Practitioners handles commercial transactions and dispute resolution matters across a range of industries.

Leading firms in Zambia

Bowmans Zambia

Recently expanding its dispute resolution practice, Bowmans Zambia delivers ‘robust and dynamic‘  advice in banking and finance, as well as corporate matters. Bwalya Chilufya-Musonda is experienced in cross-border transactions, while Mabvuto Sakala is versed in business litigation and arbitration.

Praxisleiter:

Mabvuto Sakala; Bwalya Chilufya-Musonda


Weitere Kernanwälte:

John Kawana; Johsua Mwamulima


Referenzen

‘The practice stands out for its strong focus on people, combining diverse expertise with a collaborative, client-centered approach. Clients benefit from great communication and tailored solutions.’

‘They consistently deliver practical solutions, with stand-out partners like Bwalya Chilufya-Musonda and Joshua Mwamulima offering strategic insight and demonstrating attention to detail.’

‘Their dedication to work and periodical updates makes them stand out.’

Kernmandanten

Alitheia IDF Fund


The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited


International Finance Corporation


Inoks Capital S.A


Vantage Capital


First Quantum Minerals Ltd


Absa Bank Zambia Plc


The Coca-Cola Company


Mopani Copper Mines


National Pension Scheme Authority


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Alitheia IDF Fund on a 24% share subscription of ordinary shares in Lupiya Financial Services Limited.
  • Adviced Access Bank Plc on its proposed acquisition and merger of African Banking Corporation Limited.
  • Advised the International Finance Corporation on the acquisition of a Kwacha-denominated facility for an aggregate of USD 20 million.

DLA Piper Africa, Zambia (Chibesakunda & Co)

Praised for its ‘excellent grasp of Zambian law’, DLA Piper Africa, Zambia (Chibesakunda & Co) often advises banks and financial institutions operating across the energy, mining, and construction sectors. Managing partner Mwelwa Chibesakunda specialises in banking and finance matters, while Chikosola Chuula heads the firm’s dispute resolution and litigation department. Mutale Kasonde oversees the finance and projects team and recently advised on the 300 million dollar financing of a thermal power plant, while Eustace Ngoma leads the energy and taxation division of the firm’s corporate department.

Praxisleiter:

Chishimba Kachasa; Louise Chilepa; Chilombo Malama Chijikwa


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Mwelwa Chibesakunda; Chikosola Chuula; Mutale Kasonde; Eustace Ngoma; Karen Mutale Mumbi


Referenzen

‘They are responsive, with an excellent grasp of Zambian law.’

‘They give practical and commercial advice.’

‘They are very reliable when it comes to Zambian law and give quality advice.’

Kernmandanten

Sanlam Life Insurance Zambia Limited


Kagem Mining Limited


Kobold Metals Limited


Lubambe Mines Limited


ZCCM IH Limited


Copperbelt Energy Corporation Limited


Eastern & Southern African Trade & Development Bank


CitiBank Zambia


Hybrid Poultry Zambia Limited


AB Inbev


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Prospect Resources Limited on its acquisition of the Mombezhi Copper Project.
  • Advised US Guarant Co on its investment into Africa GreenCo’s Zambian operations.

Corpus Legal Practitioners

Noted for its strength in contentious matters, Corpus Legal Practitioners is well-versed in corporate and commercial, banking and finance, as well as energy matters. Charles Mkokweza has expertise in project finance, Sydney Chisenga heads the firm’s dispute resolution team, and Jacqueline Jhala focuses her practice on employment and corporate matters. ‘Stand out’ partner Lupiya Simusokwe leads the banking and M&A department and often advises international commercial and development banks.

Praxisleiter:

Charles Mkokweza; Sydney Chisenga; Jacqueline Cornhill Jhala; Lupiya Simusokwe


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Martha Siwale Namwila-Mwala; Mutinta Annel Zulu; Ken Phiri; Coleen Namuyamba; Sankananji Mubanga; Rabecca Banda


Referenzen

‘They have the ability to navigate complex cross-border transactions.’

‘A professional team, with excellent specialised knowledge in litigation and commercial matters.’

‘Reliable and timeous.’

Kernmandanten

Anglo Exploration (Zambia) Limited


Anglo American Exploration BV


GED Africa Limited


EMR Capital Management Limited


Glencore International AG


First Quantum Minerals Limited


Barrick Gold Corporation


KoBold Metals


Fortescue Metals Group


Jinchuan Group International Resources Co Ltd


Total Energies


International Finance Corporation


Absa Bank Limited


China Development Bank Corporation


Glencore International AG


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised First Quantum Minerals Limited on all Zambian law aspects relating to the issuance of $1,300,000,000  Senior Notes due in 2031 to international investors.
  • Advised Anglo Exploration Limited and Anglo American Exploration BV on their acquisition of shares valued at $89,000,000 in Handa Resources Limited and its Zambian subsidiaries which hold large-scale exploration licences.

Eric Silwamba Jalasi & Linyama Legal Practitioners

As a part of Denton’s global network, Eric Silwamba Jalasi & Linyama Legal Practitioners is geared to advise clients on banking and finance, employment, tax, and civil litigation matters. Joseph Jalasi and  Lubinda Linyama have significant corporate litigation experience and Eric Suwilanji Silwamba is knowledgeable of cross-border tax issues. Mailesi Undi is another key team member.

Praxisleiter:

Eric Silwamba; Joseph Jalasi; Lubinda Linyama


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Mailesi Undi; Mwape Chileshe; Cynthia Kafwelu; Andrew Simunyola


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Puma Energy on the acquisition of OGAZ and LPG company.
  • Advised Vitol Bahrain regarding the financing of a petroleum supply.
  • Represented Barloworld on its claim against KCM in one of Zambia’s first major schemes of arrangement sanctioned by the court.

Mulenga Mundashi Legal Practitioners

Mulenga Mundashi Legal Practitioners is home to a ‘diverse and dynamic team’ that provides top-tier litigation, tax, and mining law advice. Managing partner Mulenga Chiteba leads the tax and regulatory compliance team and is a key member of the firm’s dispute resolution department, which is led by David Chakoleka. Chipili Salati and Hope Ndao are key names for banking and finance matters, while Mike Chilufya is skilled in corporate finance and commercial transactions.

Praxisleiter:

Mulenga Chiteba; David Chakoleka; Chipili Salati; Mike Chilufya; Hope Ndao


Referenzen

‘The firm has a diverse and dynamic team that has strong expertise. They have a dedicated team of experts.’

‘They are extremely skilled and highly informed regarding legal matters affecting the manufacturing sector.’

‘The preciseness of the provided support makes them stand out.’

Kernmandanten

Vedanta Resources Holdings PLC


Network International Holdings


Zijin Mining Group Company Ltd


Novum Metals Limited


Advance Global Capital


Grindrod Mauritius


Van Der Valk International


Kobold Metals


Tata International Limited


Zambia National Commercial Bank Plc


Liebherr Zambia


Local Authorities Superannuation Fund


African Life Financial Services Limited


Lactalis Zambia Limited


Varun Beverages Limited


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Vedanta Resource Holdings Plc on a $1.2 billion mining transaction.
  • Advised on the regulatory aspects of the planned indirect acquisition of Pay Now Zambia Limited by Bidco.
  • Advised Zijin Mining Group on its potential $1 billion investment in Mopani Copper Mines Plc.

Musa Dudhia & Company

Praised for its ‘expertise’, Musa Dudhia & Company is a one-stop shop for banking and finance, media and technology, employment, as well as litigation issues. Commercial advisor and litigator Arshad Dudhia leads the practice and is a key port of call for banks, financial institutions, and private equity providers, while Emmanuel Manda and Simon Kapampa are noted for their tax expertise. Experienced litigator Italo Morelli is often engaged in commercial dispute resolution, intellectual property, domestic relations, and construction law matters.

Praxisleiter:

Arshad Dudhia; Italo Morelli; Simon Kapampa; Emmanuel Manda


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Diana Nalishuwa; Innocent Mung’omba; Kaluwe Libeleki


Referenzen

‘The team demonstrates patience and understanding of the innovative processes involved in startups.’

‘Their combination of flexibility, expertise, and deep understanding of matters makes them a valuable partner for entrepreneurs.’

Kernmandanten

BNP Paribas


Ancona Properties


United States International Development Finance Corporation


European Investment Bank


Kashikoto Conservancy Limited


Sibanye Stillwater


Norin Mining Limited


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted for BNP Paribas in a significant debt restructuring transaction involving various facilities.
  • Acted for Ancona Properties Limited, Forli Limited, and LM & C Properties Limited on the sale of Jacaranda Shopping Mall, Lewanika Shopping Mall, and Acacia Office Park to Real Estate Investments Zambia Plc (REIZ) for a combined consideration of US$ 65 million.

Abigail & Chama Advocates

Abigail & Chama Advocates delivers ‘exceptional service’ in corporate and M&A, conveyancing matters, employment litigation, and data protection issues. Practice co-heads Abigail Chimuka and Gilbert Chama are knowledgeable of finance, energy, and mining, while Eugene Sakala is versed in competition law.

Praxisleiter:

Gilbert Chishala Chama; Abigail Chimuka


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Eugene Sakala; Muulo Kayawe


Referenzen

‘A friendly team, they are very responsive.’

‘Gilbert Chama is very responsive and provides good legal advice.’

‘This firm is unique because of the personal involvement of the partners. Their attention to detail and concern for their clients is not experienced anywhere else. Exceptional service.’

Kernmandanten

Zambia National Commercial Bank


ASB Hospitality


Indo Zambia Bank Limited


AgDevCo Limited


Stanbic Bank Zambia Limited


Mpile Property Fund


Normet Africa Limited


Silverlands Seed Limited


Tertiary Minerals Plc


Java Foods Limited


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acted for ASB Hospitality Limited on acquiring 90% of the issued shares of a listed hotel majority owned by Tata International Singapore PTE Limited for the sum of US $18 million.
  • Acted for Zambia National Commercial Bank PLC (“Zanaco”) in a transaction in which it advanced the sum of ZMW 50,000,000 to Unifi Credit Limited under a debt instrument issued by Unifi Credit Limited (“Unifi”) to raise ZMW 250,000,00.

MAY AND COMPANY

Well-regarded in the mining, telecoms, and manufacturing sectors, MAY AND COMPANY is versed in contentious and non-contentious banking and finance matters. ‘Exceptional practitioner Chanda Musonda Chiluba has expertise in capital markets, TMT, and regulatory compliance, while Harriet Mdala is knowledgeable in M&A, projects, and real estate.

 

Praxisleiter:

Mulopa Ndalameta; Chanda Musonda-Chiluba; Harriet Aalyiana Mdala; Yosa G Yosa; Maloba Nalomba


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Chilufya Lwando Sinkala; Hlezipe Alexis Halwiindi; Mark Chomba; Hellen Chitalu Chileshe


Referenzen

‘I have found the team be thoughtful and quick to understand new areas of business.’

‘The team at MAY and Company is very efficient and always goes the extra mile to ensure that clients are provided with the best service. The team is very diverse and has a team of experienced professionals.’

‘Chanda Musonda-Chiluba is an experienced lawyer and provides practical solutions when engaged. She is available to advise and meets deadlines. Her quality of work is exceptional.’

Kernmandanten

Africa Opportunity Fund


Multichoice Group Limited


Cobham Capital Limited


BL & D Plant Hire and Sales Limited


Pick N Pay Zambia Limited


LOLC Group


GoviEx Uranium Inc


Total Energies Marketing Zambia Limited


Green Safaris Zambia Limited


BDO Zambia Limited


Konkola Copper Mines Plc


Citibank Zambia


Freddy Hirsch Group Limited


Bayobab and MTN Zambia Limited


Engineering Institution of Zambia


Arm Secure Limited


Southern Cross Limited


Prospero Limited


Handyman’s Paradise Group Limited


Xtenda Financial Holdings Limited


DBF Capital Partners Limited


Cavendish University Zambia


Kafue Fisheries Limited


Urban Brands Asset Management Limited


Natural Valley Limited


Vivo Energy Zambia Limited


Radio Phoenix Limited


L & A Logistics Limited


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised MTN Zambia Limited on a transaction involving the disposal of its fibre assets to a separate group entity, GlobalConnect Zambia Limited.
  • Represented Konkola Copper Mines Plc in a dispute against its former provisional liquidator in which KCM was seeking to recoverUSD 81,000,000.
  • Advised Maarifa Education Fund (Kenya) in a project relating to the financing and development of a state-of-the-art university campus in Zambia.

Moira Legal Practitioners

Moira Legal Practitioners is ‘well-informed, agile, and hands-on’ in all matters pertaining to M&A, as well as banking and finance. Sharon Sakuwaha is recognised for her skill in private equity and venture capital.

Praxisleiter:

Sharon Sakuwaha


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Mumbi Mulenga; Sampa Kang’ombe; Chileke Sakala


Referenzen

‘The individuals I have dealt with are efficient and knowledgeable.’

‘This is a diverse, well-informed, agile, hands-on firm. The team members have a can-do attitude and have been instrumental in major and new transactions.’

‘Sharon Sakuwaha has extensive experience in corporate and commercial transactions. She delivers exceptional and quality work and meets client needs. She is an expert and our go-to person.’

Kernmandanten

Copperbelt Energy Corporation PLC


CEC Renewables Limited


NORFUND


FINNFUND


National Pension Scheme Authority


ZANACO


Development Partners International


BURN Manufacturing


Hollard International Limited


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advised Copperbelt Energy Corporation Plc and CEC Renewables on the establishment of the first ever USD 200 million Green Bond Programme to finance the development of renewable energy projects.
  • Advised Norfund on the USD 140 million acquisition of Affirma Capital’s stake in Copperbelt Energy Corporation Plc.