About the Firm

Counsel with
a conscience

The firm prides itself on providing a personal approach coupled with efficient service, and has established a loyal client base in Zimbabwe and beyond borders.

Tonderai Lawrence Nyama, Founder, Nyama Law Chambers
2016Est. Harare
Our Story

Built on purpose,
grown on trust

Nyama Law Chambers was established in 2016 by Lawrence Nyama as a sole practitioner in Harare, Zimbabwe. The firm has grown steadily over the past 10 years, and now specialises in conveyancing, family, estate planning and administration, and notary matters.

We have practitioners with expertise in Residential Conveyancing, Commercial Property, Matrimonial and Child Care matters, Wills, and Elderly Client matters. Lawrence heads the Family, Property, Conveyancing & Business department, now his main area of practice.

What has not changed since day one is the principle: the law should work for everyone who walks through our door, not just those who arrive with confidence and means.

Our Departments
The Team

The people behind the practice

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Our Philosophy

Why we do this

"We cater and provide solutions to the problems of the people."Founding principle
"The law is not to intimidate, but to protect and serve."Practice philosophy

These are not taglines. They are the operating instructions of the firm. They shape how we answer the phone, how we draft an offer to purchase, how we approach a divorce, and how we explain a court matter to a client who has never set foot in a lawyer's office before.

A Brand Value

The collaborative philosophy

"We are litigators. But our default is to resolve rather than fight."

Across every department of the firm, but especially in family matters, we apply a philosophy borrowed from collaborative family law. Where it is genuinely possible to achieve a fair, durable outcome through structured negotiation rather than adversarial litigation, that is what we recommend.

This is not weakness. It is the recognition that an outcome reached by agreement between adults, with dignity preserved on both sides, almost always outlasts an outcome imposed by a court. We litigate vigorously when collaboration is refused or when circumstances demand it. But we do not litigate as a first instinct.

Who We Serve

In support of marginalised communities

The legal system has historically struggled to serve those without resources or familiarity. We carry a particular commitment to changing that, ensuring that access to justice remains available to all.

We undertake pro bono work in qualifying matters affecting children, survivors of domestic violence, widows facing inheritance disputes, and persons with disabilities.

Women

Inheritance, maintenance, matrimonial property, gender-based violence protection.

Children

Custody, guardianship, child marriage prevention, child abuse reporting.

The Elderly

Wills, elderly client matters, capacity, financial protection.

Widows & Widowers

Surviving spouse rights, inheritance disputes, customary law tensions.

Persons with Disabilities

Access rights, discrimination claims, capacity matters, guardianship.

First-time Buyers

First-time homebuyers and small business owners navigating conveyancing.

By the Numbers

A firm of substance

2016
Founded
10
Years of Practice
8+
Departments
ZW+
Beyond Borders

"Justice begins with a single conversation. Let's have it."

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Tonderai Lawrence Nyama is a distinguished legal practitioner, pastor, and founder of Nyama Law Chambers, established in 2016 in Harare, Zimbabwe. He holds an LLBS degree from the University of Zimbabwe and a Master of Science degree in Child Rights and Childhood Studies from Africa University. These qualifications have shaped his deep commitment to justice, family welfare and community transformation.

With over a decade of professional experience, Lawrence has developed strong expertise in family law, property and conveyancing, estate planning, estate administration, and notarial practice. He leads the firm's Family, Property, Conveyancing, and Business Law department, where he is known for his integrity, precision and client-centred approach.

Beyond his legal work, Lawrence is a passionate minister of the Gospel with a calling to encourage believers to establish and maintain their faith in Christ. His dual vocation as a lawyer and pastor enables him to serve with compassion, wisdom and a strong moral foundation, living out his mission of transforming lives through justice.

Osiwad Temani is a Legal Practitioner and Corporate Governance Specialist, with experience in civil litigation, corporate and commercial law, debt recovery, and labour law. Since commencing legal practice in 2023, he has developed a reputation for providing practical, client-focused legal solutions.

Before entering legal practice, Osiwad served as a Corporate Secretary, gaining extensive experience in corporate governance, regulatory compliance, board administration, and company secretarial practice.

He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Degree from the University of Lusaka (Zambia), a Postgraduate Degree in Procedural Law (BLP) from the University of Zimbabwe, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Great Zimbabwe University. His combined legal and business expertise enables him to offer strategic advice to both corporate and individual clients.

Mr Fungai F. Mabika is a Senior Associate at Nyama Law Chambers. He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.S) degree from the University of Zimbabwe and is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree at Great Zimbabwe University.

His combined legal and business training enables him to provide clients with advice that is not only legally sound but also commercially astute.

Mr Mabika's areas of practice and interest include criminal law, civil litigation, commercial transactions, and mining law. He is committed to providing practical, client-focused legal solutions while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Driven by a passion for justice, he is particularly dedicated to assisting marginalised and vulnerable members of society, ensuring that access to justice remains available to all. Through his work, he strives to make a meaningful contribution to the legal profession and the communities he serves.

Tinotenda Blessing Mutendebvure is a driven and meticulous Junior Associate at Nyama Law Chambers. As a registered Legal Practitioner, Notary Public, and Conveyancer, Tinotenda brings a comprehensive understanding of the law and a results-oriented approach to the firm's diverse clientele.

Tinotenda earned his Bachelor of Laws Honours Degree (LLB Hons) from Midlands State University (MSU), a testament to his strong foundational knowledge and analytical competence. Known for his sharp legal mind and unwavering commitment to professional excellence, he provides strategic advice and robust representation across multiple facets of civil and corporate practice.

Areas of Expertise & Core Interests