Department profile
MawereSibanda

General Business Law

Global Guide 2026 : Zimbabwe


MawereSibanda

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About

Provided by MawereSibanda

Banking & Finance

The firm advises the majority of the country’s banks and financial institutions in various financial and securitization transactions. It has an intimate and current knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework governing banking and financial matters.

Infrastructure

The firm handles institutional and property company investment mandates, multi-jurisdiction portfolio management, complex fund structuring, niche-market real estate projects and precedent-setting regeneration schemes. 

Mining and Energy

MawereSibanda has experience advising in commercial and corporate matters in the energy sector and has advised clients in power development projects. Financial institutions turn to them when financing energy projects and the firm has experience in the structuring and negotiation of commercial transactions. The firm advises local and foreign clients investing in the mining industry. Its clients include issuers listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange. 

Corporate Advisory

The corporate advisory division advises clients on listing and corporate-governance related matters. The team includes experts in employment and labour law, company law and tax law. 

Dispute resolution

The firm offers representation in a wide array of matters through litigation and alternative dispute resolution.

Intellectual Property

The firm provides clients with practically applied IP knowledge and expertise and understand the challenges involved in running a business in a constantly evolving environment. 

Industries (19)

  • Financial Services
  • Energy
  • Construction
  • Agriculture
  • Mining
  • Manufacturing
  • Food Processing
  • Transport
  • Retail
  • Investment
  • Healthcare
  • Technology
  • Engineering
  • Telecommunications
  • Utilities
  • Education
  • Non-governmental organisations
  • Textiles
  • Entertainment

Chambers Review

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General Business Law - Zimbabwe

Band 2

Band 2


What the Team is Known For

The MawereSibanda team assists clients with various transactions and cross-border investments. The department has a notable presence on projects and restructuring, as well as banking and finance and M&A. Its client roster includes construction companies, as well as clients from the financial services and public sectors.

Work Highlights

Provided by Chambers

  • MawereSibanda advised TSL Holdings on the USD25 million acquisition of a controlling stake in NamPak Zimbabwe.

Strengths

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  • Their major strength is the expertise and ability to deal with complex transactions and regulatory matters, as they bring a unique combination of local market knowledge and international legal expertise.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal
  • The team has the ability to understand and grasp commercial concepts quickly.

    General Business Law respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Tatenda Mawere
    Band 1Tatenda Mawere

    Tatenda Mawere

    Tatenda Mawere is a respected lawyer with significant finance, projects and corporate restructuring experience. He acts for clients such as banks and energy companies.

    • Tatenda is a seasoned professional with a breadth of experience.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
    • Tatenda Mawere consistently delivers a high level of service, demonstrating a thorough understanding of both the legal and commercial aspects of transactions.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Vulindlela B. Sibanda
    Band 3Vulindlela B. Sibanda

    Vulindlela B. Sibanda

    Vulindlela Sibanda has a notable corporate advisory practice and is active on various transactional mandates, as well as tax matters. He is particularly well versed in the financial services sector.

    • Vulindlela Sibanda demonstrates strong leadership and good client management.

      General Business Law respondentGlobal

Ranked Individuals at MawereSibanda (2)

Zimbabwe

Members

Provided by MawereSibanda

  • Hezel Sibanda

  • Kundai Mari

  • Nokuzola C. Ndlovu

  • Abigail Mbuyisa

  • Kelvin T. Madzedze

  • Godknows M. Nyangwa

  • Regis Chawatama

  • Blessing Mau Maunzw

  • Prince Fanti

  • Marilyn Shumba

  • Prince Dube

  • Kudakwashe Gweredza

  • Allen Kadye

  • Alec T. Muza

  • Gloria Mawarire

  • Ntokozo Siziba

  • Blessing Mau Maunze

  • Patience Mathuthu

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