MawereSibanda Celebrates 20 Years of Establishment
When a man looks into a mirror, the image reflects who he is today, but it also reveals who he used to be. Although appearances change, many of the underlying characteristics remain the same. The same is true of MawereSibanda Commercial Lawyers, as we celebrate our 20th anniversary and reflect on who we are now. 2021 is […]
MawereSibanda announces appointment of Zola Ndlovu to Associate Partner
MawereSibanda Commercial Lawyers is pleased to announce the appointment of Zola Ndlovu to the position of Associate Partner with effect from January 2021. Zola Ndlovu specialises in trade marks, designs and patent matters. With clients in many sectors, Zola’s experience ranges from clearing brands for use, through to preparing Africa-wide registration programs. During her time […]
Back To Basics: Cabs & Ors V Penelope Douglas Stone & Anor: Case No. SC 15/21
The Applicants, Stone and Beattie, had a USD savings account with CABS which was opened in 2011. As at the end of October 2016, their account had a credit balance of US$142 000.00. On 31st October 2016, the President of Zimbabwe introduced bond notes and coins. He then declared that they would be legal tender […]
Labour: Minimum wages gazetted in first quarter of 2021
In the first quarter of 2021, a number of industries reviewed the minimum wage payable by an employer. The industries covered in this note are the Engineering Iron and Steel Industry, Printing, Packaging and Newspaper Industry, Textile Industry, Insurance and Pensions Industry and Catering Industry. Download Minimum wages gazetted in first quarter of 2021 (free […]
Vacancy: Office Administrator
Position: Office Administrator Duties and Responsibilities The Office Administrator’s duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to Performing general administrative duties such as procurement of office supplies, furniture, equipment, staff uniforms Maintaining procurement records Develop and maintain effective administration procedures Attending meetings and preparation, transcription and distribution of meeting minutes Coordinating and maintaining team […]
Vacancy: IT Administrator
Position: IT Administrator Responsibilities: • Planning, directing, coordinating, designing ICT-related activities, as well as defining and implementing ICT policies, procedures and best practices• Providing administrative direction and support for daily operational activities of the ICT department• Maintaining the general computing and network infrastructure within the firm• Managing the network infrastructure• Creating and managing user accounts• […]
MawereSibanda recognised in Chambers 2021 ranking of the world’s leading lawyers
MawereSibanda has been highly recommended by London-based international directory Chambers Global 2021. According to Chambers & Partners commentary, MawereSibanda is lauded for being professional, knowledgeable and responsive,” and sources perceive it to be “one of the most respected firms in Zimbabwe.” In addition to the firm ranking, V. B. Sibanda and Tatenda Mawere, founding partners […]
New Rules Governing the Registration of Trusts in Zimbabwe
Recent changes to Zimbabwe’s Deeds Registries Act (“the Act”) through the Deeds Registries Amendment Act, 2017.
Changes to public procurement regulation in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe’s new Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act {Chapter 22:23} (the Public Procurement Act) came into effect on 1 January 2018. The new Act repealed the Procurement Act {Chapter 22:14}.
What You Need to Know About Plant Breeders’ Rights in Zimbabwe
In Zimbabwe, Plant Breeders’ Rights are governed by the Plant Breeders’ Rights Act and the Plant Breeders’ Rights Regulations, 1998 (Statutory Instrument 113 of 1998).