By Chipasha Kapasa LLB Trademark refers to a recognizable insignia, phrase, word or symbol that denotes a specific product, in simple terms a trademark is a legal shield that protects…

By Theresa Mwewa What is Hire Purchase? Despite being viewed as outdated, hire purchase emerges as a crucial solution for Zambia's economy, especially for Small and Medium Enterprises. In a…

By Chongo Sombo Mulenga (MCIArb) PPP agreements take various forms such as Service Contracts, Affermage (Lease) Contracts, Management Contracts and Concessions. Concession Agreements specifically govern partnerships where the private sector…

By Chongo Sombo Mulenga (MCIArb) Much like other agreements, a concession agreement is broken down into several parts and also contains annexures which are linked to various clauses within the…

By Chongo Sombo Mulenga (MCIArb) APMG International’s PPP Guide distinguishes the concepts of financing and funding. Under the guide, financing pertains to the up - front capital required to meet…

By Chongo Sombo Mulenga (MCIArb) What are PPPs? Public Private Partnerships (“PPPs”) are generally understood to be long term contracts between a private party and a government entity, for developing…

By Chongo Sombo Mulenga (MCIArb) An Independent Power Producer (IPP) is a private entity that produces electrical energy for sale to a utility, central government buyer or the public at…

By Mulubwa Ivey Mpundu Chola Esq. Compliance is such an interesting term. It is one of those that makes you ask a second question. Compliance for what? Compliance where? Does…

By Mulubwa Ivey Mpundu Chola Esq. Running a business is no easy undertaking. To be successful at it, you must have goals, structure, systems in place and the correct tools…