Chinogwenya And Zhangazha Legal Practitioners

04/06/2026

In the mining industry, your claim is your currency. However, a single boundary dispute or a "jumped" claim can stall operations and jeopardise millions in investment. Navigating the Mines and Minerals Act ruires more than just legal knowledge; it requires a tactical understanding of the Ministry of Mines’ adjudication process.

03/06/2026

The child protection laws of the nation have raised the legal age of consent from 16 to 18 years of age to protect children from predators. Any sexual in*******se with a child below 18 is a crime.

02/06/2026

People sometimes lack confidence in their lawyer and seek opinions and advice from laymen and other lawyers who might not be well-versed in their particular case. Some use AI to second-guess their lawyers, and this frustrates a lawyer. Never use AI if you entrust a lawyer with your case. Some clients lie to their lawyer. This will not help you. Always tell your lawyer every detail when it comes to your case. Fully disclose. Remember, there is lawyer-client privilege that protects you and prohibits lawyers from disclosing your personal information to third parties.

01/06/2026

Do you have a title deed that has not yet been securitized? These are the documents that conveyancers require from you whether you are an individual, or the deeds are in the name of your company or your trust.

01/06/2026

When a civil wrong occurs, the damage is rarely just financial; it is personal. Whether you are a victim of Defamation that threatens your professional standing or you have suffered losses due to negligence or professional malpractice, the law is your path to restitution.

31/05/2026

Contracts are very important. In Zimbabwe’s volatile economic landscape, a vague agreement is a ticking time bomb. Lawyers can assist you with drafting Leases, Sales agreements, Property Development Contracts, and Professional Services Contracts that eliminate ambiguity and preempt litigation. Build on a foundation of airtight contracts.

30/05/2026

Zimbabwe is home to some of the world’s most precious natural resources, but with great beauty comes complex legal responsibility. Whether you are managing a private conservancy, a photographic safari operation, or a sustainable forestry project, compliance isn't just a box to tick; it’s your license to operate.
The legal landscape of natural resource management is fraught with risk. From land-use permits and wildlife quotas to complex Environmental, Social, and Governance requirements, one legal misstep can result in heavy fines or the loss of operating permits.
If you are involved in wildlife management, eco-tourism, or natural resource extraction in Zimbabwe, you need a lawyer who understands the delicate balance between utilisation and preservation.

29/05/2026

Top Red Flags When Hiring Legal Services. If you discover that your lawyer is not in good standing with the Law Society of Zimbabwe, it is a big red flag. This information can be freely verified on the law society website.
Another red flag is if your lawyer has no fixed business address and insists on having meetings with you at your home or only in the street. These are security risks, and you will not be sure that they will handle your files well and in strict confidence.

What are some red flags you have come across?

28/05/2026

28/05/2026

Behind the Scenes: A day in the life of a lawyer.

Usually it starts with preparation for court that starts at 830AM, at the Magistrates' court or 10.00 at the High Court. Lawyers have to wait for their case to be called.

When the matter is called, we make submissions before the court, either in argument, postponement, or settlement. After court duties, we head back to the office to research and expand on our knowledge. If one is a managing partner, they conduct administrative work on top of legal work.