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For in-house lawyers working across Africa the message is clear: you are at the forefront of a revolution.
The Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (“ZIDA”) has introduced new requirements for Special Economic Zone (“SEZ”) designation. These requirements are outlined in the ZIDA (General Investments) regulations, Statutory Instrument 227 of 2023. The regulations provide for both investor licensing and registration, which are two separate processes.
These distinguished Women Leaders have been commended for their outstanding reputation within their markets, working on complex deals and having risen to hold leadership roles within their firms and practices.
The power challenges in the Southern African region have dominated the news in recent times. The region has ambitious energy transition goals, a mammoth challenge coupled with rapid population growth, economic development, and mining industry expansion, This article, will explore some of the issues and opportunities that arise from this complex situation and how mining companies can achieve their set extractive targets whilst committing to sustainable mining practices that underpin clean energy objectives.
DLA Piper and DLA Piper Africa have collectively been shortlisted for 20 awards across multiple categories at the African Legal Awards 2023.