About

Provided by Chibesakunda & Co

Chibesakunda & Co. (CCO) advises on complex, high-value corporate and commercial matters in Zambia, including:

  • Cross-border mergers and acquisitions
  • Capital markets transactions and securities offerings
  • Banking and finance, including syndicated lending and structured finance
  • Project development and project finance, particularly in energy and mining
  • Corporate restructurings and joint ventures
  • Regulatory advisory and compliance
  • Commercial litigation and international arbitration

The firm regularly acts on multi-jurisdictional mandates, coordinating seamlessly with counsel across Africa and globally to deliver integrated legal solutions.

Chambers Review

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General Business Law - Zambia

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Chibesakunda & Co is present in areas such as banking and finance, M&A and capital markets. Its lawyers are consistently sought out for their expertise in the sectors of energy, infrastructure and mining. The firm leverages its membership of the DLA Piper Africa alliance to advise on a range of cross-border work.

Work Highlights

  • Chibesakunda & Co assited Maamba Collieries on the National Pension Scheme Authority-led financing of its 300 MW thermal power plant.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Mwelwa Chibesakunda
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Mwelwa Chibesakunda
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Eminent Practitioners

Founding partner Mwelwa Chibesakunda is notable for his work on finance and M&A transactions. He offers valuable assistance and advice to clients both domestically and internationally.

Mwelwa Chibesakunda is a guru in the industry.

Chiko Chuula
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Chiko Chuula
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Band 2

Head of the litigation and dispute resolution team, Chiko Chuula represents clients in sectors such as mining, finance and technology. He garners respect from the market for his contentious commercial work.

Chiko Chuula is a strong lawyer who is calm under pressure.

Eustace Ng'oma
3
Eustace Ng'oma
3
Band 3

Eustace Ng'oma is a recognised lawyer advising clients within the sectors of energy, mining and projects. He also advises on tax matters.

Eustace Ng'oma is quietly confident and has strong industry knowledge.

Mutale Kasonde
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Mutale Kasonde
3
Band 3

Mutale Kasonde is head of the banking and finance team and is rated for his experience acting on financing and M&A transactions. He showcases a focus on project finance, particularly in the energy sector.

Mutale Kasonde is highly regarded in industry.

Louise Chilepa
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Louise Chilepa
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Up and Coming

Louise Chilepa is experienced in banking and finance transactions, including financings and loan facility work. She maintains an active presence in the market and attracts prominent regional clients.

Louise is very responsive and provides clear advice.

Louise Chilepa is a highly experienced professional and has a strong technical background.

Ranked Lawyers at
Chibesakunda & Co

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Zambia

General Business Law

Mwelwa Chibesakunda
E
Mwelwa Chibesakunda
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Eminent Practitioners
Eustace Ng'oma
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Eustace Ng'oma
3
Band 3
Mutale Kasonde
3
Mutale Kasonde
3
Band 3
Louise Chilepa
U
Louise Chilepa
U
Up and Coming
General Business Law: Dispute Resolution

Chiko Chuula
2
Chiko Chuula
2
Band 2

Members

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Industries

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Agriculture

Energy

Mining