COMMERCIAL & CORPORATE LAW

Distressed Businesses in Zimbabwe

This article explains what constitutes a financially distressed business in Zimbabwe and how corporate rescue may allow such businesses to reorganise and restructure before becoming insolvent.

COMMERCIAL & CORPORATE LAW

Drawing up a valid Church Constitution in Zimbabwe

This article explains the importance of a valid church constitution in Zimbabwe and how it governs matters of faith, worship, leadership, discipline and dispute resolution within the church.

CHILD & FAMILY LAW

Family Trusts and Divorce in Zimbabwe

This article explains whether assets held in a Family Trust can form part of the matrimonial estate during divorce proceedings in Zimbabwe. It outlines the general position that property owned by a trust is controlled by trustees for beneficiaries and is not ordinarily subject to distribution between spouses.

CONVEYANCING (PROPERTY TRANSFER)

General Power of Attorney in Zimbabwe

This article explains the legal requirements for a General Power of Attorney used to alienate or encumber immovable property in Zimbabwe, including the required property description, grantor details and signature.

COMMERCIAL & CORPORATE LAW

How much does a Power of Attorney Cost in Zimbabwe?

This article explains the standard cost of drafting a basic Power of Attorney in Zimbabwe and notes that more complex matters may attract fees outside the standard tariff.

COMMERCIAL & CORPORATE LAW

Insolvency & Business Rescue in Zimbabwe

This article explains Zimbabwe’s modern business rescue framework under the Insolvency Act and how corporate rescue seeks to balance the interests of creditors, shareholders and employees while improving the chances of business recovery.