About

Provided by MOIRA Legal Practitioners

Moira Legal Practitioners is more than a full-service corporate and commercial law firm, they are architects of possibility, trusted advisors, and steadfast advocates for their clients. Guided by the philosophy that the law is not merely a tool for dispute resolution but a means to unlock potential and possibilities, the firm goes beyond the expected, connecting insights, people, and solutions to create lasting impact.

Moira Legal Practitioners positions itself as a trusted business partner, moving the business of its clients forward. Whether navigating complex legal landscapes, safeguarding client interests, or pioneering solutions to emerging challenges, the firm remains unwavering in its commitment to delivering exceptional service with integrity and clarity.

The firm has established a strong focus on capital markets, project financing, project development, mergers and acquisitions, banking and finance transactions, green finance, and sustainability, particularly across the mining, energy, financial services, and infrastructure sectors.

Over the years, Moira Legal Practitioners has earned the trust of both local and international clients, including major publicly listed companies such as ZCCM-IH Plc, CEC Plc, and Zanaco Plc, as well as multinational institutions such as Standard Chartered Plc, the Green Climate Fund, and Botswana Development Corporation, Development finance institutions such as British International Investments, Norfund and Finnfund.

Chambers Review

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General Business Law - Zambia

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Band 3

What the Team is Known For

MOIRA Legal Practitioners is a well-reputed law firm in Zambia. The team handles corporate and transactional mandates, including corporate governance advice. Its lawyers are further capable of assisting clients with project developments as well as financing mandates. Its clients operate in a variety of sectors such as energy, private equity and banking.

Work Highlights

  • MOIRA Legal Practitioners assisted Norfund with the acquisition of a stake in Copperbelt Energy Corporation.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Sharon Sakuwaha
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Sharon Sakuwaha
Head of General Business Law
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Band 1

Sharon Sakuwaha is recognised for her transactional work, and sources also praise her understanding of the regulatory landscape. She has extensive experience in finance, capital markets and corporate restructuring mandates.

Sharon is an all-round lawyer with vast experience, which can be seen in the way she handles clients' instructions. She gives an opportunity for critical analysis prior to sharing the final product.

Sharon exhibits a remarkable level of sophistication in her approach, demonstrating expertise in navigating complex legal matters. Her commercial and visionary perspectives set her apart.

Mumbi Mulenga
Associates to watch

Mumbi Mulenga is a well-reputed associate who is well known for his handling of commercial mandates. He supports clients from a range of sectors, including energy.

Mumbi Mulenga is aware of his clients' needs and provides excellent service and the much-required depth.

Ranked Lawyers at
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Sharon Sakuwaha
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Sharon Sakuwaha
Head of General Business Law
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Band 1
Mumbi Mulenga
Associates to watch

Members

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Chimwemwe Bwalya

Head of Department

Nabanji Nebwe

Sampa Kang'ombe

Sharon Sakuwaha

Sharon Sakuwaha

Head of Department

Clients

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Botswana Development Corporation

CEC Renewables

Climate Asset Management

First National Bank Zambia Limited

Green Climate Fund

Ignite Power

National Pension Scheme Authority

Standard Chartered Plc

ZCCM-IH

ZFI Holdings

Zambia National Commercial Bank Plc

Industries

Provided by MOIRA Legal Practitioners

Banking and Finance

Capital Markets

Competition & Tax

Corporate

Corporate & Commercial

Digital, Data & Technology IP

Employment & Labour

Energy

Infrastructure

Mining & Minerals