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Chibesakunda & Co. Supports the Advancement of the Mumbezhi Copper Project by Prospect Resources
Zambia's Environmental Laws -Key Regulations and What They Mean for You-part II
Zambia's Environmental Laws -Key Regulations and What They Mean for You
The Importance of Pre Litigation Letters of Demand

A guiding light in jurisprudence has been lit in a recent Supreme Court decision mandating the service of a letter of demand (also known as a letter before action) prior to commencement of actions before the Zambian High Court.
Understanding Zambia’s National Critical Minerals Strategy: Key Implications for the Mining Sector

Zambia’s Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development has crafted the National Critical Minerals Strategy (2024-2028) to guide investment in the exploration, mining, and processing of critical minerals—essential resources for modern technology and economic development.
Administering the Deceased's Estate

Done administering a deceased estate? Close the casket of the deceased and let the affairs of their estate rest peacefully besides them!
Mechanisms for Enforcement of Judgments

Are you a judgement creditor struggling to unravel the puzzle of enforcing judgement in your matter? This article is the missing piece tailored to equip you with feasible options to facilitate the enforcement of monetary judgments. In this article we shall briefly discuss the following mechanisms available for the enforcement of judgments.
Government’s Proposed Acquisition of Mining Rights under the Minerals Regulation Commission Bill

Various stakeholders in the Zambian mining industry are eager to understand the implications of the draft Minerals Regulation Commission Bill (the “Bill”) once passed into law.
International Arbitration in Africa: lessons for the Lusaka International Arbitration Center (Part 2)

The first part of this two-part series was published on 7 February 2024.Back then, the Lusaka International Arbitration Center (“LIAC”) had not been officially launched.
In What Manner do Companies Validly Execute Agreements in Zambia and What Happens if this is Not Done in Accordance with the Companies Act?

Section 32 (4) of the Companies Act (No. 10 of 2017) sets out the manner in which a document is validly executed by a company in Zambia.
Comparing the Mines and Minerals Development Act and the Minerals Regulation Commission Bill

This article provides a brief comparative analysis of the key changes proposed by the Bill in comparison to the existing Mines and Minerals Development Act No. 11 of 2015 (the “Mines Act”) in Zambia.
DLA Piper Africa excels at African Legal Awards 2024