ChimukaMafunga Commercial Attorneys

02/06/2026

Question marks about the securitised deed process 🙋🏾‍♀️🙋🏽

Before you begin your securitised deed application, make sure you have the right documents ready!

Requirements differ for:
✔ Individuals
✔ Companies
✔ Trusts

A complete application can help streamline the registration process and reduce avoidable delays.

This guide outlines the general documentation commonly required during the process. Applicants should ensure that all information provided is accurate, current, and properly certified where applicable.

This post is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

25/05/2026

Today, we celebrate the beauty, strength, and endless potential of Africa. 🌍
Happy Africa Day!

01/05/2026

We are proud to share a thought-provoking article published in The Herald by Tonderai Sena, examining the growing role of intellectual property in the sports industry.

Link - https://www.heraldonline.co.zw/intellectual-property-sport-business-gamechanger/

01/05/2026

Happy Worker's Day.

We wish you a restful long weekend.

18/04/2026

On Zimbabwe’s Independence Day, we celebrate freedom, resilience, and the right to self‑determination. Happy Independence Day!

16/04/2026

👉 Employment law values procedure over emotion. Wrongful dismissal costs more than keeping an underperformer.

📌 Uber Drivers v. Uber (UK, 2021) — misclassifying workers as contractors led to massive payouts and reputational damage.

Takeaway: Corporates must align HR processes with labour law to avoid disputes.

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15/04/2026

Compliance doesn’t end with registration.

Companies must file annual returns, update director information, and keep statutory records current. Ongoing legal support ensures businesses remain in good standing and avoid penalties, allowing leaders to focus on growth.

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14/04/2026

👉 Verbal agreements may bind you, but courts rely on evidence, not memory. Even a WhatsApp message can prevent disputes.

📌 Apple v. Samsung (2012) — billions were fought over patents because contracts and IP documentation were airtight.

Takeaway: Corporates should document every deal, no matter how small, to avoid costly litigation.

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07/04/2026

Starting a business is exciting. Doing it wrong is expensive. Proper registration and shareholding structures protect you from future disputes. Fixing mistakes later costs more than doing it right the first time.

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06/04/2026