Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates

10/09/2026

On 7th September 2026, the World celebrated the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies. Our Managing Partner, Mrs Nkusuwila Nachalwe-Mbao, was invited to join live discussions on ZNBC Radio 4 and TV 1 on the "All about her" and "The Update" programmes, respectively. She highlighted the causes and effects of air pollution on human health, steps families can take to protect themselves, and how to avoid polluting, among others. the Right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment and being accountable #

19/05/2026

Congratulations to our Managing Partner, Mrs Nkusuwila Nachalwe-Mbao, on successfully participating in the Electricity Lawyer Academy: Climate Law & Sustainability Pathway Introductory Bootcamp Programme ( Cohort 2).

At Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates, we celebrate this remarkable achievement, which reflects her dedication to Continuous Professional Development, Excellence and Leadership in the evolving fields of Renewable Energy, Climate Law and Sustainability.

We are proud of this milestone and wish her success as she continues to champion the Legal Profession and Environmental Stewardship.

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09/01/2026

My only song is Alleluia.....

Celebrating 22 Years of Good Standing at the Zambian Bar! 🎉

Today, at Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates, we proudly celebrate a remarkable milestone, 22 years of good standing at the Zambian Bar by our Managing Partner, Mrs. Nkusuwila Nachalwe-Mbao.

This achievement is a testament to a career built on integrity, principled leadership, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Over the years, Mrs. Mbao has distinguished herself through ethical advocacy, sound legal judgment and dedicated service to clients and the profession at large.

As a firm, we are honoured to be led by a Managing Partner whose values continue to shape our culture, standards and pursuit of legal excellence.

Join us in congratulating Mrs Nkusuwila Nachalwe-Mbao on this outstanding professional milestone.

09/01/2026

Celebrating 22 Years of Good Standing at the Zambian Bar! 🎉

Today, at Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates, we proudly celebrate a remarkable milestone, 22 years of good standing at the Zambian Bar by our Managing Partner, Mrs. Nkusuwila Nachalwe-Mbao.

This achievement is a testament to a career built on integrity, principled leadership, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Over the years, Mrs. Mbao has distinguished herself through ethical advocacy, sound legal judgment and dedicated service to clients and the profession at large.

As a firm, we are honoured to be led by a Managing Partner whose values continue to shape our culture, standards and pursuit of legal excellence.

Join us in congratulating Mrs Nkusuwila Nachalwe-Mbao on this outstanding professional milestone.

29/09/2025

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Every lawyer remembers the weight of their first legal text, the late nights reading cases, and the countless hours of research in libraries and online databases. Books became more than just pages, but tools to sharpen arguments, inspire confidence and armour fit for Chambers and Court rooms.

At Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates, we hold firm to this truth: the law is alive, dynamic and ever evolving to regulate and cater for the fast changing society. Nascent areas of law such as environmental, energy, climate change, data protection and artificial intelligence and corporate governance required the expansion of legal imagination because at development, traditional laws did not have in mind the collective action problems that these modern laws address.

To remain astute and relevant, one needs to keep abreast by constantly learning. For young lawyers starting out, books are not just companions but lifelines; for seasoned Practitioners, they remain the wellspring of wisdom that keeps us sharp and effective.

A timeless reminder from Thomas Jefferson- "A lawyer without books would be like a workman without tools" is a call to all in the profession to never stop reading, never stop learning. We all know that behind every sound legal opinion is a discipline of study.

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12/08/2025

Championing Zambia’s Energy Future: A Just Energy Transition ⚡
We are proud to share that our Managing Partner, Nkusuwila Nachalwe-Mbao, was among a select group of thought leaders at the Faith Leader Environmental Advocacy Training (FLEAT) Zambia III, held from 29–31 July 2025 at Kasisi Training Centre, Lusaka, and hosted by SAFCEI.

During the training, Mrs Nkusuwila Nachalwe-Mbao delivered a compelling presentation on the Just Energy Transition (JET), offering a strategic overview of Zambia’s energy landscape. Her message was clear: climate change is not just an environmental issue but it’s a human health, food security, and economic stability challenge.

🔑 Highlights from her presentation:

- Urgent Diversification: Moving beyond hydropower to a resilient, balanced energy mix.
- Legal Empowerment: Leveraging frameworks like the Electricity (Net Metering) Regulations and Open Access Regulations to support IPPs and prosumers.
- Core JET Principles:
- Equity & Fairness
- Inclusion & Participation
- Addressing Historical Injustices
- Creating Quality Jobs
- Global Equity

🌿 Exploring Renewable Energy Options for Zambia:
- ☀ Solar Photovoltaic: Panels, inverters, and battery storage
- 💨 Wind Energy: Harnessing wind through turbines
- 🌾 Biomass: Utilizing agricultural by-products
- 🌋 Geothermal: Tapping into Earth’s natural heat

The three-day programme convened faith leaders, environmental advocates, and technical experts to explore:
🌱 Climate change & food systems
🥗 Indigenous foods & nutrition
⚡ Energy security through community led solutions.
📢 Advocacy strategies for community impact

💡 Key Takeaway: A Just Energy Transition is not just about switching to renewables, it’s about ensuring no community is left behind, and that energy reform is rooted in social and economic justice.

Let’s continue driving conversations that shape a sustainable, equitable future for Zambia and beyond.

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03/07/2025

⚖️ Strengthening Justice for Children Through Learning

Team Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates is proud to announce the successful collective completion of the Key Essentials: The Convention on the Rights of the Child, Sustainable Development and the Law short course, delivered by Lucy Cavendish College and Hughes Hall, University of Cambridge under the DemEd Global Programme.

This was not just a course but a shared journey of purpose, deepening our commitment to child rights, justice and sustainable development. The experience reflects our Firm’s core belief in continuous learning, shared leadership and collective growth.

At Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates, we believe that advancing the rights of the child is integral to building sustainable and equitable societies. This course provided vital insights into how legal systems, guided by the UNCRC, can play a transformative role in protecting children and supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

We are excited to apply this knowledge in our legal work, consultancy, collaborations and advocacy, driving positive change and promoting justice for children at every level.

Here’s to growth, empowerment and a future where every child thrives.

A heartfelt thank you to and Education for Global Sustainability and Justice for this enriching opportunity.

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12/06/2025

Another Milestone Attained!!!

Team Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates is proud to announce the successful joint completion of the Key Essentials: Trade Rules, Sustainable Development and the Law short course, offered by Lucy Cavendish College and Hughes Hall, University of Cambridge under the DemEd Global Programme.

This wasn’t just a learning opportunity but a shared commitment to growth, impact, and purpose. We are especially proud of our Office Manager and Administrative Officer, who represented the team brilliantly and immersed themselves in this transformative experience. Their enthusiasm and dedication truly reflect our Firm’s culture of continuous learning and leadership at every level.

At Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates, we believe that empowering everyone on the team enhances the quality of services rendered to our clients while appreciating the value of sustainable development and justice.

This course gave us an in-depth understanding of how international trade frameworks influence sustainable development and the law. We are eager to apply these insights in our legal work, Consultancy, Collaborations and Advocacy.

Here is to progress, partnership and a more sustainable future!
A heartfelt thank you to and Education for Global Sustainability and Justice for this enriching opportunity.

05/06/2025

🌍 World Environment Day 2025 🌱

The world is choking on plastic pollution and so is our beautiful country, Zambia.

At Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates, we lend our voice to the global Call to Action to end plastic pollution. On this World Environment Day, we stand in solidarity with efforts to protect our environment, safeguard public health, and secure a more sustainable future.

It’s time to Reduce. Reuse. Recycle.

Let’s take responsibility for our planet, our communities and the future generations.

19/05/2025

✨We Did It!

Team Nkusuwila Nachalwe Advocates successfully completed the Key Essentials: The Wealth Economy, Sustainable Development and the Law a short course, delivered by Lucy Cavendish College and Hughes Hall, University of Cambridge, under the DemEd Global Programme.

This wasn't just another training, it was a shared journey of growth, leadership & transformation. A huge shoutout to our Managing Partner Nkusuwila Nachalwe-Mbao who led by example, enrolling in the course herself and encouraging the entire team to study along side her. She didn’t just encourage us, she pulled us along the whole time!

Her mission? To ensure that everyone in the firm continues to grow, upskill, and be equipped to contribute meaningfully to sustainable development and justice, both locally and globally.

This course has broadened our perspective of how legal systems intersect with Sustainable Development and the Wealth Economy, and we are excited to carry these insights into our work and partnerships going forward.

Here's to continuous learning & building a more sustainable future together! Congratulations to everyone who took part Chimthudzi Sikaundi Sikaundi Rabecca Samanjomba Tabo Nawa , and thank you to University of Cambridge and Democratising Education for Global Sustainability and Justice for a truly transformative experience!

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