Newsletter - September 2025

Hot off the press — the latest NOVUS Newsletter is now live!
Twice a year, NOVUS HM Legal Practitioners delivers a comprehensive roundup of the legal developments and commercial trends shaping Zambia’s business landscape.

In this September 2025 issue, we take a closer look at critical sectors and timely legal matters, including:
• Interest on non-performing loans — What recent court decisions mean for banks and borrowers
• Private pension schemes — Understanding the portability of benefits in today’s workforce
• Mining sector reform — Key takeaways from the new Minerals Regulation Commission Act
• Severance pay — Has the law finally reached clarity?
• Data protection compliance — What businesses need to know under Zambia’s Data Protection Act
• Green finance — Navigating the regulatory landscape for green loans and bonds

Beyond the headlines, we also spotlight the impactful work our team has been driving — reaffirming our commitment to delivering practical and strategic legal solutions that empower businesses and safeguard growth.