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Bowmans

Dispute Resolution

Global Guide 2026 : Africa-wide

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Bowmans

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Dispute Resolution - Africa-wide

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Bowmans is a leading African law firm which is frequently mandated on high value disputes by clients active in industries such as financial services and energy, as well as representing governmental bodies. Headquartered in South Africa, its broad regional network encompasses offices in Kenya, Mauritius, Namibia, Tanzania and Zambia, as well as alliance partners in Ethiopia and Nigeria. Its lawyers are well versed in commercial and contractual disputes, with additional activity in arbitration and corporate investigations.

Notable practitioners

Key client contact Lusanda Raphulu heads the dispute resolution group from her base in Johannesburg.

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Work Highlights

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  • Bowmans assisted North Mara Gold Mine with its objection to a TZS100 billion penalty issued against it during a prior land dispute.

Strengths

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  • The team is always consistent, reliable and approachable.

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  • I would distinguish them for their knowledge, experience, their presence in multiple African jurisdictions and the accuracy of their recommendations.

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  • With Bowmans, we get attention to detail and feel valued as a client. That is what we look for.

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  • They are well resourced, practical, business-aware and calm in a crisis.

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