CONTRACT LAW IN ZIMBABWE – Key Differences between contracts regulating employee and independent contractor

We are currently doing a series titled “Contract Law in Zimbabwe”. This week we look at the key differences between employment contracts and a contract in which an independent contractor is engaged. We also consider how the courts in Zimbabwe determine which category the contract falls under, between the two. As well as potential risks

The requirements of a valid contract in Zimbabwe

In our last article, we looked at the Ten ‘Must Have’ Contractual Clauses. If you missed that article, you can read it by clicking the following hyperlink:  https://lexamicuszw.wordpress.com/2022/04/09/the-ten-must-have-contractual-clauses/. This week’s article focuses on the basic requirements of a valid contract in Zimbabwe. For a contract to be deemed valid, it should tick the essential essentials

THE TEN ‘MUST HAVE’ CONTRACTUAL CLAUSES!

In this week’s blog, we start on a new series namely ‘Contract Law in Zimbabwe’ where we will discuss various issues of contract law ranging from requirements of a contract, validity of a contract, contract drafting, contract review and interpretation of specific contracts. To kick start this, this blog will mainly detail a broad overview of the ten ‘must have’clauses required in commercial contracts, irrespective of the specific subject

The law of Servitudes in Zimbabwe

This week’s blog post looks into servitudes and what they encompass in the Zimbabwean context. Servitudes fall under the classification of documents that must, by law, be drawn and signed before a notary public. What is a servitude? A servitude is a limited real right that entitles the holder of such right, to use or

Types of mortgage bonds in Zimbabwe

In this article, we look at the types of mortgage bonds registrable in Zimbabwe. There are various types of mortgage bonds that can be registered. A mortgage bond is a popular real security used by financial institutions to secure repayment of a debt. Below is an overview of the types of mortgage bonds. Types of

UNDERSTANDING SURETY BONDS IN ZIMBABWE

Surety bonds are an efficient and cost-effective way to finance your security obligations. Surety Bonds carry the same obligations at law as a bank guarantee and are a widely accepted form of security by various entities and individuals. Surety bonds also provide security to the beneficiary if the contractor fails to meet their contractual obligations

Antenuptial contracts in Zimbabwe

In this week’s blog post we consider the concept of Antenuptial contracts as they operate in Zimbabwe. Getting married is an exciting process that is usually be filled with joy and love. In the midst of all the excitement, many tend to forget that marriage is a union that gravely affects every facet of ones’

The Role of a Conveyancer in Zimbabwe

In our last article, we looked at the requirements of acquiring immovable property in Zimbabwe. In this article, we look at the central role played by a conveyancer in the process of acquiring immovable property in Zimbabwe. Below is an overview of what a conveyancer does.   Conveyancer Definition A conveyancer is a practicing legal

Procedure/requirements for acquiring immovable property in Zimbabwe

It is everybody’s dream to one day own immovable property, however, the process of acquiring the property is usually very daunting and long wherein the last thing one would want is to do things the incorrect manner. There are two ways to acquire immovable property in Zimbabwe wherein you are acquiring real rights that is

Navigating change of names in Zimbabwe

Navigating change of names in Zimbabwe. Find out more by clicking the link below.