ARBITRATION

The use of Alternative Dispute Resolution to resolve church disputes in Zimbabwe

This article explains how church disputes in Zimbabwe may be resolved through arbitration or other alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. It highlights the role of church constitutions and dispute resolution clauses in keeping ecclesiastical matters out of the secular courts.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT / MUNICIPAL LAW

What is an open space?

This article explains how an “open space” is defined under Zimbabwean local authority by-laws regulating worship, including public-access areas and undeveloped land designated under local authority plans.

CHILD & FAMILY LAW

Whether a Family Trust can be distributed upon the granting of a divorce in Zimbabwe

This article explains how property owned by a Family Trust in Zimbabwe is treated during divorce proceedings, particularly where the property is registered in the names of trustees rather than the spouses personally.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT / MUNICIPAL LAW

Who designates places for open public worship?

This article explains how local authorities in Zimbabwe regulate designated public worship areas, including sanitation requirements, health inspections, permitted worship hours and applications for extended operating times.

LABOUR LAW

Assessment of Damages for Unlawful Dismissal in Zimbabwe

This article explains how damages for unlawful dismissal are assessed in Zimbabwe, including compensation for lost wages, salary and contractual benefits resulting from premature termination of employment.

LABOUR LAW

Bonuses or incentive production schemes in Zimbabwe

This article explains when employees in Zimbabwe may be entitled to bonuses and how employers may introduce performance-based bonus or incentive schemes. It also outlines the role of employment contracts, legislation and company policies.