Meet The Team

- Embracing The Spirit of Ubuntu -

Mulopa Ndalameta

Awards:

Africa’s Top Legal Millennial: The Palm Magazine Recognized by clients in Chambers 2021

Transactions:

Deal/Matter Description	Client	Practice Area
The client terminated a lease agreement, breaching the notice clause, which led to arbitration proceedings. The claimant sought rental payments until the original expiry date, but we argued for damages limited to the notice period. Despite the arbitrator ruling in favor of the claimant and awarding damages and costs, legal action was taken in the Commercial Court to set aside the award. The court successfully set aside the award, determining that it went against the agreed procedure.	IHS Zambia Limited	Dispute Resolution
The client submitted a bid for a tender issued by the Zambia Revenue Authority for the supply of oracle exadata machinery. However, due to faults in their tender documentation, specifically a defective power of attorney, the tender was awarded to another party. In response, an appeal was filed with the Zambia Public Procurement Authority to contest the decision and seek a review of the tender award.	Anglo African Ltd	Procurement
Legal action was commenced against the client by the plaintiffs, who sought to set aside an earn-in and joint venture agreement in which the client was a party. Assistance was provided to the client in opposing the action, arguing that the agreement had not yet come into effect and that the lawsuit was therefore an abuse of the court process.	Rio Tinto Mining and Exploration Ltd	Mining & Dispute Resolution
The client was assisted to oppose an action for damages for loss of use of land resulting from an irregular transfer of land to the Client by an administrator of an estate.	Makuku Farms Ltd	Dispute Resolution
Assisted Graduare Property Development Limited (the "Client") in a dispute with the government regarding their ownership of a significant mall in Lusaka. The government's road expansion project and the construction of a flyover bridge posed challenges to traffic flow and accessibility to the mall. Our role was to ensure the government followed environmental legislation, obtained necessary approvals, and enforce approval conditions. Legal procedures were utilized to challenge the government's decision regarding the type of bridge to be constructed.	Graduare Property Development Limited	Projects& Infrastructure
The Client subscribed for US$12 500 000 worth of secured notes traded on the Lusaka Securities Exchange. Proceeds were to be used by the issuer to purchase interim payment certificates from small scale road contractors. The issuer defaulted on coupon payments and by the time of the maturity date, was unable to redeem the Client’s notes. Mulopa aided to commence an action and pursue all various players and have the issues determined.	Norsad Finance Limited	Dispute Resolution
Represented the client in a High Court action against minority shareholders challenging an earn-in agreement with a majority shareholder of a project company. Dispute involved canceling amended articles and declaring the earn-in agreement null and void for Companies Act violation.	Rio Tinto Mining and Exploration Ltd	Dispute Resolution
Prosecuting action for the client's subscription of US$12 million worth of secured notes traded on the Lusaka Securities Exchange. Proceeds were intended for purchasing payment certificates from road contractors. Issuer defaulted on coupon payments, failed to redeem client's notes at maturity, rendering guarantees and insurance nugatory. Pursuing legal action against all involved parties.	Norsad Finance Limited	Capital Markets
Represented the client in litigation against a former employee who received an erroneous payment of US$587,000. The client sought repayment and a tracing order for the funds. Obtained injunction to freeze assets, including a newly built flat. Due to the opposing litigant's abuse of court process, we filed an application to restrict their use of court process, which was granted. Defendant now requires court permission for further applications.	United Nations Federal Credit Union	Dispute Resolution
Represented Cobham Capital Limited ("Cobham") in a contractual agreement with a cobalt supplier. The agreement stipulated that the cobalt would be delivered to a bonded warehouse, ensuring easy export for Cobham. The supplier assured Cobham that the cobalt was delivered to the bonded warehouse. To verify this, Cobham sought confirmation from the warehouse owners (the "Respondent") regarding the cobalt's presence and ownership. The Respondent confirmed that they held the cobalt in their bonded warehouse on behalf of the supplier. Based on this confirmation, Cobham invested in the cobalt by covering transportation costs from the mine to the warehouse and engaging an assayer to test the cobalt's purity.	Cobham Capital Limited	Dispute Resolution
Represented Rio Tinto Mining & Exploration Limited (the "Client") in an Earn-in Agreement with a majority shareholder of a Project Company. The agreement granted the Client the right to earn up to a 75% interest in the company's operations, subject to certain conditions. Minority shareholders initiated legal action in the High Court against the majority shareholder and the Client, seeking to cancel the Project Company's amended articles of association and declare the Earn-in Agreement null and void for contravening the Companies Act. The minority shareholders have applied to amend their pleading to include claims by the Project Company. In a separate action related to the same resolutions, the High Court upheld those resolutions. A question has been raised in the minority shareholders' action regarding its standing in light of the High Court's decision in the Project Company's action.	Rio Tinto Mining & Exploration Limited	Dispute Resolution
We represented Mukulu Dairies Limited ("Client"), a cooperative that delivers milk to Lactalis Zambia Limited ("Lactalis"). In 2018 and 2021, Lactalis' majority shareholder passed resolutions to increase share capital without obtaining the Client's signature. As a result, the Client's shareholding was significantly diluted, reducing their voting power from 28.5% to 0.008% and further to 0.003%. The Client had petitioned to court. Legal advie was provided throughout the proceedings.	Mukulu Dairies Limited	Dispute Resolution
We represented Louis Dreyfus Commodities Zambia Limited ("Client") in a judicial review action against the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission ("Commission"). The Commission conducted an invalid dawn raid, seizing the Client's property, including private devices. We sought to invalidate the raid, return the property, and clarify the Commission's authority regarding personal rights and device searches	Louis Dreyfus Commodities Zambia Limited	Corporate M&A, And Dispute Resolution
Acted for Diamond Motors Limited (the “Client”) who provides services of catering to engines, on-site energy, oil and gas, tyres, drills, construction equipment, filtration rock tools and compressors, among other things. Following the Claimant’s (a company wholly owned by the Government of the Republic of Zambia) invitation for bids for the supply of spares, rerailing equipment and various rolling stock in February 2013, the Client submitted its bid on 12 April 2013.	Diamond Motors Limited	Mining
We represented Silverlands Seed Limited (the "Client") in the sale and purchase of majority shares of a Zambian seed company from Mr. Ben Zulu, the majority shareholder. The agreements included provisions allowing the Client to retain portions of the purchase price to cover warranty claims, title retention of named property, and net loss retention. To support the financial stability of the Target Company and facilitate the transaction, the Client provided a loan and increased the retention amounts in a subsequent agreement. After Mr. Ben Zulu's passing, his estate disputed the Client's retention of the purchase price and initiated arbitration proceedings to recover all funds under the sale and purchase agreements. Our role involved representing the Client and safeguarding their interests throughout the arbitration process.	Silverlands Seed Limited	Banking and Finance

Publications:

Mulopa, a seasoned commercial dispute resolution partner, brings over 11 years of experience as a litigator in various courts. He has successfully represented a wide range of clients, both local and international, before arbitral tribunals and superior courts in Zambia. Mulopa’s expertise extends to commercial arbitration, particularly in sectors like mining, FMCGs, and agricultural and commodities trade. He is an alumnus of the Africa Arbitration Academy, a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, and specializes in construction law as the country representative for the Africa Construction Law platform. Advised Konkola Copper Mines Plc (in liquidation) (“KCM”) in legal action against Milingo Lungu, the former provisional liquidator, and Lungu Simwanza & Company. KCM, a subsidiary of Vedanta Resources Limited, is a prominent player in Zambia’s mining sector, operating mines and processing facilities primarily in the Copperbelt region. Key assets include the Konkola Mine and Konkola Deep Mining Project (KDMP), symbolizing KCM’s commitment to innovation. KCM significantly contributes to Zambia’s copper production, playing a crucial role in the nation’s economic development.

Chanda Musonda

Acting at legal advisor to IFC in recent $35 million financing to Zambeef Products Plc. My role involved reviewing and commenting on the facilities agreement from a Zambian compliance perspective, coordinating and negotiation and finalisation of new inter-creditor security-sharing arrangement with an existing co-lender of IFC.
Acting as local counsel for Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation in its USD 100 million financing to Kalumbila Minerals Limited. This involved reviewing the English law governed facility agreement to the extent affected by Zambian law, preparation of Zambian security documents and the issuance of an enforceability legal opinion.

Acted on behalf of FMO in a Tier II financing to First National Bank Zambia Limited. My role involved advising the lender on the Bank of Zambia requirements applicable to Tier II capital and requisite approvals, reviewing the facility agreement from a Zambian law perspective and advising on the applicable conditions precedent.

Acted as legal advisor in respect of the US$ 25 million share acquisition of Arcades Plc by Farmers House Plc (now Real Estate Investment Zambia Plc) which involved conducting an extensive due diligence on the target company and the provision of legal opinions regarding issues of financial assistance in the financing of the acquisition of the target company.

Preparation of extensive legal memoranda to JP Morgan Securities Plc in respect of the Zambian government bonds framework, in its potential participation in the Zambian money markets.

The listing on the AIM of London Stock Exchange of the first Zambian Company, Zambeef Products Plc. This involved conducting an extensive and rigorous due diligence report on Zambeef Products Plc and its subsidiaries.

Acted for a listed tobacco company in respect of the establishment of a manufacturing plant in Zambia, from a Lusaka Stock Exchange (“LuSE”) categorisation and compliance perspective. My role involved providing advice to the client on whether the loan to be obtained for purposes of, inter alia, purchasing material for the manufacture of the factory, would trigger mandatory notifications under the LuSE Rules. I also advised on the requirements and modalities of the resulting Extraordinary General Meeting and the corporate approvals required under the categorisation rules of the LuSE Rules.

Advised a Dutch Development Finance Institution (“DFI”) in a transaction in which the DFI was transferring its shares in a Zambian listed financial institution, to a joint venture entity, incorporated by the DFI and two other European DFIs. This was a cross border and multi jurisdiction transaction. I advised on the Zambian aspect of the transaction, including advising on applicable rules under the Securities Act, the Banking and Financial Services Act and obtaining consent from the Bank of Zambia for the implementation of the transaction.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL COURSES:

2019 December-ALN Leadership Training-Cambridge, United Kingdom
2015- Masters of Law (LLM) (Commercial Law) from the University of Cape Town, South Africa
2012 - September to December-International Lawyers for Africa Secondment - United Kingdom
2011 - Admitted to practice as a Legal Practitioner in Zambia
2006 - Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Rhodes University, South Africa (Recipient of Dean’s Merit Award for the years 2004, 2005 and 2006)

Chanda has a corporate legal career spanning over 14 years. She is renowned for her expertise in banking & finance, capital markets, competition law, TMT, and data protection and regulatory compliance. Clients praise her ability to simplify complex transactions in a practical and business-ready manner. Her clientele includes local banks, financial institutions, notable international DFIs, telecom operators such as MNOs, ISPs, and data center providers. Chanda also serves on the boards of a financial institution and a fintech enterprise. She has been recognized in IFLR 1000 in 2021 and 2022 as a Rising Star Partner for her work in banking and finance. Chanda is an Advocate of the High Court of Zambia and holds an LLB from Rhodes University and an LLM from the University of Cape Town.

Chanda advised a client in a significant transaction involving the transfer of MTN Zambia’s fibre assets to GlobalConnect Zambia Limited (trading as Bayobab Zambia). She managed the entire process, including drafting sale agreements and ancillary documents such as novation deeds to transfer fibre customers. This pioneering deal established Bayobab Zambia as an exclusive fibre connectivity provider in Zambia and beyond, facilitating cross-border digital capacity transmission. It opened new opportunities for investment in the fibre sector, crucial for advancing Africa’s digital transformation agenda.

Harriet A. Mdala

Awards:

Transactions:

Deal/Matter Description	Client	Practice Area
Provided legal services for Texila American University, reviewing employment contracts for compliance with the Employment Code Act No. 3 of 2019.	Texila American University	Employment
Provided legal services for Nankhonde van der Broek, a shareholder in Lusaka Apex Medical University Limited. Assisted with the Client's mother's benefits from the company and helped prepare a shareholders' agreement to govern the relationship among shareholders.	Lusaka Apex Medical University Limited	Corporate
Shearman & Sterling LLP provided legal services as capital markets advisors for the client's fundraising and listing on the London Stock Exchange. Conducted legal due diligence on leases and corporate information of 3 Zambian companies owned by the client to advise on the status of the leases held by those companies.	Grit Real Estate Income Group	Capital Markets
Advising Zambeef Products Plc on the sale of its farms in the Sinazongwe District, Southern Province, Zambia, to Chenguang Biotech (Zambia) Agri-Dev Limited, a Chinese company.	Zambeef Products Plc	Conveyancing
Conducted a comprehensive due diligence on Ngonye Power Company, which owns a 34MW solar photovoltaic plant in Zambia, as part of a joint venture between QIA and Enel Green Power. The due diligence included reviewing Ngonye's legal validity, compliance with laws, and material contracts, as well as providing a detailed analysis of the renewable energy landscape in Zambia.	Linklaters and Qatar Investment Authority (QIA)	Projects& Infrastructure
Advising the client on regulatory consents and notifications required in Zambia for the divestiture of their global elevator business. Providing guidance on merger approval, tax implications, and post-transaction requirements such as notifications to the Companies Registry and the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA).	Ernst & Young and Otis Elevators	Compliance
Played a key role in the establishment of Ross Central Africa Limited (JVCo), a joint venture between Aviagen European Holdings Limited (AEHL) and Ross Breeders Zambia Limited (RBZ). Their involvement included reviewing transactional documents, obtaining regulatory approvals, ensuring completion of the transaction, and handling post-completion activities.	Aviagen European Holdings Limited	Corporate M& A
Acted as legal advisors to Huaxin (Hanian) Investment Co Ltd in their purchase of shares in Lafarge Zambia Plc (now Chilanga Cement Plc). Their role encompassed conducting a thorough legal due diligence, providing regulatory advice, reviewing transaction documents, and overseeing the completion of the acquisition.	Huaxin (Hainan) Investment Co Limited	Capital Markets
Supported Huaxin in a transaction involving the purchase of shares in Lafarge Zambia Plc (now Chilanga Cement Plc) from Pan African Cement Limited and Financière Lafarge SAS. Their role encompassed conducting a legal due diligence report on the target, offering regulatory advice on required consents and timelines, reviewing transaction documents, and overseeing the successful completion of the acquisition by meeting all necessary conditions precedent.	Huaxin (Hainan) Investment Co., Ltd.	Commercial
Conducted a comprehensive due diligence on Ngonye Power Company as part of a joint venture between QIA and Enel Green Power. The focus was on assessing Ngonye's legal validity, compliance with environmental conditions, and reviewing its material contracts, project agreements, and financing arrangements. We also provided a detailed analysis of Zambia's renewable energy environment.	Linklaters and Qataer Inverstments Authority ("QIA")	Dispute Resolution
Advised the client on regulatory consents and notifications necessary in Zambia for the divestiture of their global elevator arm business. Our role included assessing merger approval requirements, analyzing tax implications, and providing guidance on post-notification obligations to the Companies Registry and the Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA).	Ernst & Young	Commercial

Publications:

Harriet, a Partner and team leader, has over 12 years of experience in various corporate and commercial law matters in Zambia. Her expertise includes mergers and acquisitions, energy and infrastructure, real property, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance. Harriet excels in structuring and negotiating complex domestic and multijurisdictional transactions, serving a diverse client base from multinational entities to private equity funds and NGOs. She serves as a director in insurance and financial institutions and is the President of the French Business Circle. Harriet has worked with notable companies such as Goviex Uranium, Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), Anglo American, and Total Energy, showcasing her extensive industry experience.

Harriet provided legal counsel to GoviEx Uranium Inc. for its participation in a bought deal placement financing. As the holding company of GoviEx Uranium Zambia Limited, Muchinga Energy Resources Limited, and Chirundu Joint Ventures Zambia Limited, the client issued a title opinion on its Zambian subsidiaries’ operations to facilitate the placement. This financing secured necessary funds for advancing uranium exploration and mining, a pivotal step in Zambia’s efforts to diversify its resource sector and enhance economic growth while contributing to global energy security.

Deal/Matter Description	Client	Practice Area
Acting for Pia Manzi, a private game ranch and reserve, in connection with the increase of land rates in Nyimba District and subsequent refusal to produce the Main Valuation Roll by Nyimba Council, commencing judicial review application.	PIA Manzi	Commercial and Dispute Resolution
Acting for Tombwe Processing in connection with the investigation by the Zambian competition authorities on allegations of abuse of dominance in the distribution off tobacco in Zambia, navigating the complex competition legal framework involving abuse of dominance making written submissions to the competition authorities, appearing before the authorities in an effort to mitigate against a potential fine of a 10%.	Tombwe Processing Limited	Dispute Resolution
Acting for Bola Bet, a betting and wagering company in a dispute with the Defendant. The dispute emanated from sports betting transactions between Bola Bet and the Plaintiff, a book maker. The Defendant claimed from Bola Bet the sum of ZMW 1 860 000 allegedly the amount the Plaintiff won as a result of the outcome of the bet. Our role involved being the advocates of record and defended the suit on the basis that the Plaintiff wagered 20 tickets and that the 19 tickets null and void in breach of the betting rules. The trial court found in favour of Bola Bet finding that the betting transaction (s) were illegal for want of licence on the part of the book maker. The Plaintiff has subsequently appealed against this decision.	Bola Bet	Dispute Resolution
Acting for Metchem Resources Zambia Limited, a company involved in contract manufacturing and trading in minerals, metals and machinery, in connection with an action against the Director of the company (the "Defendant") for misappropriation of companies resources and breach of his duties as Director. Metchem Resources Zambia Limited is claiming against the Defendant ZMW 734 502.37 being the Defendant's contribution to loss of the company. The matter is yet to go to trial.	Metchem Resources Zambia Limited	Commercial
Acting for DSTV Media Sales ("DSTV") on instruction from Webber Wentzel in a matter where DSTV has been sued by the Plaintiffs for malicious falsehood and defamation. Our role has involved being advocates on record for the defendants, drafting various court documents and providing general legal advice. The matter is yet to go to trial.	DSTV Media Sales	Dispute Resolution
Acting as Advocate of record for a financial service provider in an action against a shareholder and director of a defaulting debtor of our Client. The debtor had placed itself in business rescue, thus enjoyed the protection of a statutory moratorium. The firm obtained Judgment in favour of the Client and settled the principle that a maratorium in favour of a company undergoing business rescure does not extend to a guarantor of company's debtors.	Private Client	Dispute Resolution
Acting as advocate the Client in an action in which the Client was sued for payment of the sum of ZMW 1 835 000 being betting winnings. The bets were placed in breach of the Client's betting rules. The Plaintiff however claimed that the rules which were displayed in the Client's premises were never brought to his attention and could not form part of the contract. The Court clarified on the enforceability of wagering contracts with an unlicensed bookmaker and held the same to be unenforceable.	Bola Bet Sports Betting Limited	Dispute Resolution
The Client sued for breach of a consultancy agreement for the transfer of 2 small scale mining licences in the mining of Gypsum. As the Client's Advocates of record, the firm secured an injunction pending appeal in the Court of Appeal from the High Court and halted the transfer of one of the licenses to a third party who was subsequently joined to the matter.\n	Gem Bank Limited	Dispute Resolution
The Client was a financial service provider that was engaged in providing FOREX to one of its own clients (the ?Debtor?), in which the Client would provide the Zambia Kwacha equivalent of the US Dollar to the Debtor.\nIn this particular instance, the Client furnished the Kwacha equivalent to the Debtor, however, winding up proceedings were commenced against the Debtor and our Client, withheld US$ 2.5 Million, as the Debtor was in breach of the agreement to pay in good time.\nThe firm's role in this matter as Advocates on record was to steer the parties to a commercial solution, resulting to an agreement that the debt due to the Client be treated as an expense of winding up proceedings, ranking in priority to other unsecured creditors, thereby putting the Client in a better and secure position\n	First Capital Bank	Corporate
Acted for Edcon Limited (?Jet Supermarkets?) in the liquidation of the South African Chain Store operating in Zambia.	Jet Supermarkets- In Liquidation	Corporate
Acted for Moonga Hamukale of PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited who was appointed as Receiver and Manager of Wangwa Farms Limited (?Wangwa?). Zanaco acting as mortgagee in possession overstepped in its powers in an effort to recover sums owed to it. Zanaco suggested that all fixtures to the foreclosed farms be classified which ideally would be sold by the Receiver as part of the mortgaged property. This posed a risk to the Receiver?s accreditation with the regulator. The firm's role involved providing general legal advice to the Receiver during the receivership and helping him navigate the obstacles posed by hostile directors and shareholders. The firm also assisted the Receiver in regulating the sale of the assets under the receivership including the assets which were wrongly sold by Zanaco. Further, the firm helped the Receiver secure an indemnity so that he is not held responsible for actions taken as Receiver.	Moonga Hamukale (In his capacity as Receiver and Manager of Wangwa Farms Limited) of PricewaterhouseCoopers	Restructuring & Insolvency
We act for BL Harbert International (the ?Defendant?) in an action where 154 former employees (the ?Plaintiffs?) commenced an action against our Client seeking damages for breach of contract and payment of gratuity. The Plaintiffs asserted that their contracts had been terminated on different dates between 2010 and 11 for the reason of redundancy. The Plaintiffs alleged that they appealed against their dismissal via verbal interaction but did not receive any feedback on the same. The Plaintiffs at the time they sought to commence the action were outside the limitation period of 6 years. As such the action was statute barred. The Plaintiffs? however sought special leave to file court process out of time. Following the granting of leave by the Court on 12 August 2019, the Plaintiffs issued a writ of summons and statement of claim out of the High Court. The Defendant in its defence lamented that the Plaintiffs entered into a fixed term contract and that the contracts were terminated for various reasons including absenteeism and not limited to redundancy. It was further highlighted that in the remote instance that Plaintiffs? had a claim against the Defendant the same was statute barred as the action had been commenced 9 years after the cause of action. As advocates of record, we prepared an application to dispose the action on preliminary points of law urging the Court to make a pronouncement on whether the matter was statute barred notwithstanding that the Court granted leave to commence the action out of time.	BL Harbert International	Dispute Resolution
Acted for First National Bank Limited and FirstRand Bank Limited (The "Respondent") in a matterwhere long outstanding creditors of the Respondents (the "appelantts") appealed against the rulling of the High Court that declined the Appellants' to stay proceedings and refer the parties arbitration. the Respondents where the plaintiff in the court below and commenced foreclosure proceedings against the Appellants persuant arising to two mortgages to enforce debts arising out of Various loan facility agreements.in their appication, the Appellants alleged that the man facility agreement provided that all disputes arising out ogf connection with the agreement be referred to arbitration.	First National Bank Limited and FirstRand Bank Limited	Banking and Finance
The Client is a mass merchant retailer involved in the business of providing for sale clothing, footwear, accessories, groceries, beauty products, homeware and baby supplies among other things. The Client operates in several jurisdictions such as South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Singapore and other African countries including Zambia. On or before 18 May 2021, the Client had advertised for sale fruit juices in their store at one of the Zambia?s leading shopping malls. The promotional price for the fruit juice was ZMW 39.50 (approximately USD2.39)[1] when the regular purchase price is ZMW 44.50 (approximately USD2.69). On the said date, the Complainant purchased fruit juices namely; 1 litchi, 1 carrot and 1 orange juice from the Client?s store believing that they would be going at the promotional price. However, at the till, the Complainant was charged the regular price and advised that the regular price was what was reflecting in the Client?s system. Displeased with this, the Complainant escalated the issue to the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (?CCCPC?) on 19 May 2021.	Woolworths Zambia Limited	Corporate and Commercial, Dispute Resolution
Acted as legal counsel to Hitachi Zambia Limited in a forensic investigation regarding allegations of fraud in the procurement process by its employees. Our role involves providing legal assistance and support to the Client in relation to the forensic investigation and ensuring that the Client receives information on loopholes in its system to improve its processes as a whole. In providing legal services to the Client, we undertook an assessment of the irregularities and potential fraud in the procurement process of the Client Company. The objective of the investigative activities being to provide the Client with information regarding any remedial steps, disciplinary processes, the initiation of legal proceedings or any other options required to be undertaken by the Client. Provided the Client with legal advice regarding the disciplinary process against the employees during the investigation period.	Hitachi Zambia Limited	Dispute Resolution
Acted for Bolabet Company Limited (the ?Respondent?) in a matter where a bookmaker (the ?Appellant?) appealed against a judgment of the High Court that dismissed his claims on the basis that the betting transactions were illegal for want of a licence on the part of the Respondent to bet with the public. The Appellant was an avid sports bettor and on 11 March 2015 he placed two sets of bets for football matches. In the first set,the Appellant took out ten tickets in a row with the same prediction of 28 matches per ticket at ZMW7 (approximately 50c) per ticket. In the event his predictions were correct the maximum payout on each ticket was ZMW86, 139.06 (approximately USD 5 035). The second set the appellant purchased ten tickets at ZMW6 (approximately 50c) involving 28 matches. The maximum pay out on each ticket was ZMW100,000 (approximately USD 5840) on each ticket if the predictions were correct. The games were played and the appellant alleged that his predictions proved to be correct. Therefore, for the first set of tickets he alleged he was entitled to win ZMW861, 390.60 (approximately USD 50,000) and ZMW1, 000,000 (approximately USD 59 000) for second tickets. The Respondent refused to honour his tickets all except one with a payout of ZMW86, 139.06 on the basis that the other nineteen tickets were invalid. The Respondent averred that the betting rules prohibits the placing of bets for the same match in the same combination replicated more than once, unless expressly varied by the Respondent. This was the first time the Court of Appeal was pronouncing itself on the law governing relations between sports betting companies and their clients (?bettors?)	Bolabet Company Limited	Dispute Resolution
We acted for Moonga Hamukale of PricewaterhouseCoopers Limited (the ?Receiver?) who was appointed as Receiver and Manager of Wangwa Farms Limited (?Wangwa?). Zambia National Commercial Bank (?Zanaco?) acting as mortgagee in possession overstepped in its powers in an effort to recover sums owed to it. Zanaco suggested that all fixtures to the foreclosed farms be classified which ideally would be sold by the Receiver as part of the mortgaged property. This posed a risk to the Receiver?s accreditation with the regulator. Our role involved providing general legal advice to the Receiver during the receivership and helping him navigate the obstacles posed by hostile directors and shareholders. We also assisted the Receiver in regulating the sale of the assets under the receivership including the assets which were wrongly sold by Zanaco. Further, we helped the Receiver secure an indemnity so that he is not held responsible for actions taken as Receiver.	Moonga Hamukale (In his capacity as Receiver and Manager of Wangwa Farms Limited) of Pricewaterhouse Coopers	Banking and Finance

Yosa is a seasoned litigator with extensive experience in private and public law dispute resolution, including criminal litigation. He provides corporate and commercial advice on a wide range of matters, such as commercial, construction, public law, competition, forensics, insolvency, and employment. An accredited insolvency practitioner and member of Insol International, Yosa specializes in business rescue and restructuring. Leading the firm’s forensics practice, he leverages his criminal defense background in financial crimes. Yosa serves on the board of the American Chamber of Commerce in Zambia and has represented notable clients like Multichoice, First National Bank, and Konkola Copper Mines PLC.

Yosa advised Natural Valley Limited in a mortgage action by Access Bank. In 2014, clients obtained ZMW16,000,000 in loans from Access Bank and Cavmont Bank (later acquired by Access Bank). Discrepancies in interest calculations arose during the banks’ merger. Despite efforts to resolve the issues, Access Bank initiated legal proceedings claiming sums owed, while clients assert they’ve remitted over USD 3,200,000, settling their debts.

Chilufya L. Sinkala

Chilufya, an Advocate for the High Court of Zambia at MAY and Company, specializes in corporate and commercial law and is renowned as a trusted legal advisor. Her expertise spans real property, regulatory compliance, insurance, employment law, banking and finance, capital markets, and real estate. Chilufya serves a diverse clientele, including local and international corporations, entrepreneurs, and start-ups. Dual-qualified in Western Australia and Zambia, she provides comprehensive legal guidance and support across multiple jurisdictions. Chilufya advised a whistleblower through PPLAAF against Zambia's Ministry of Finance, addressing reprisals for exposing large-scale corruption and money laundering in the Ministry of General Education. The Client faced threats and withheld remuneration following his disclosures. Chilufya advocated in judicial review proceedings against the Ministry's decisions, crucial for protecting whistleblowers and challenging government actions. This case culminated in a Court of Appeal order for the Client's withheld remuneration to be paid.

Hlezipe A. Halwiindi

Hlezipe Alexis is a versatile legal expert with extensive experience in commercial and corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, ESG matters, and dispute resolution. She advises on M&A transactions, offers corporate advisory services, prepares commercial documents, facilitates property acquisitions, and assists in litigation. Hlezipe also contributes to business development by training clients on corporate and employment law topics. Her multifaceted skills support clients from transactions to dispute resolution. Hlezipe advised Elite Industries Limited in a mortgage dispute against Zambia National Commercial Bank Plc involving a $12 million facility secured by property owned by Infinity Group Zambia Limited. She obtained a court order extending the redemption period, addressing legal and ethical concerns during the foreclosure process.

Mark Chomba

Mark brings a wealth of experience across various areas of law, including commercial and corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, mining, ICT, and general corporate advisory. He has guided clients through merger and acquisition transactions, offered comprehensive corporate advisory services, prepared and reviewed commercial documents, facilitated property acquisitions, and advised on regulatory compliance. Mark’s extensive expertise allows him to deliver holistic legal support, helping clients navigate complex legal requirements and achieve their business goals. Mark advised Green Safaris Zambia Limited, which operates Ila Safari Lodge in Kafue National Park, on a fire insurance policy with Nico Insurance Zambia Limited. The policy covered property damage and business interruption up to USD 1,817,300 per loss. After partial payment and delayed processing of the claim, legal action was initiated to recover the full value and seek damages for the delay. This case aimed to set a precedent for timely insurance claim processing, particularly for business interruption claims.

Hellen Chileshe

Hellen specializes in commercial dispute resolution, employment law, public-private partnerships, public procurement, aviation, and regulatory compliance. With broad experience in dispute resolution, mining, ESG, mergers, labor law, and projects and infrastructure, our team offers comprehensive legal support. We prioritize continuous professional development to stay updated on industry best practices and emerging legal trends, ensuring top-notch service to our clients. Hellen advised Sibanye, a multinational mining group listed on the Johannesburg and New York Stock Exchanges, through their South African legal counsel, Webber Wentzel, on the potential acquisition of Mopani Copper Mines Plc from ZCCM IH Plc. Rothschild & Co managed the deal as corporate advisor. Her role included conducting legal due diligence on the Target Company and preparing transaction documents such as the Investment Agreement, Offtake Agreement, and Shareholders Agreement. She also advised on strategies to safeguard the client's investment in Zambia.

Meet The Team

- Embracing The Spirit of Ubuntu -

Mulopa Ndalameta

Chanda Musonda

Harriet A. Mdala