Phetha Mchunu

Associate

Phetha Mchunu is an Associate in our Corporate & Commercial practice. As a versatile and dedicated legal professional, her expertise spans various sectors, enabling her to provide comprehensive legal solutions tailored to the unique needs of each client. Phetha's approach is grounded in meticulous research, strategic thinking, and a deep commitment to client success.

+27 (0)11 562 1427

phetha.mchunu@cdhlegal.comJohannesburg

Phetha Mchunu

About Phetha

Areas of expertise

Corporate & Commercial Law Mining & Minerals

Experience

Participated in Africa’s largest baseload renewable energy project, the RMIPPPP, where she monitored progress, maintained documentation, and implemented best practices.
Drafted witness statements, organised evidence, completed electronic filings, and collaborated with senior attorneys to develop case strategies.
Conducted due diligence, presented findings to investors, monitored market trends, and developed comprehensive reports on economic trends and investment opportunities.
Advised on internal investigations, labor disputes, compliance with employment laws, and negotiated with labor unions on collective bargaining agreements.
Conducted thorough investigations into corporate practices, ensuring compliance and addressing potential legal issues.

Credentials

Education

LLB University of the Witwatersrand
BA Law University of the Witwatersrand

LANGUAGES

English
isiZulu

News

SCA reinforces contract certainty and confirms that insurers are bound by placing slips

Corporate & Commercial Law

SCA reinforces contract certainty and confirms that insurers are bound by placing slips

In AIG South Africa Ltd & Others v Azrapart (Pty) Ltd and Another (898/2024) ZASCA 172 the Supreme Court of Appeal dismissed several insurers’ attempts to rectify a Realty Assets All...

Think you know mergers and acquisitions

Corporate & Commercial Law

Think you know mergers and acquisitions

In the second episode of the Clause & Effect Podcast Series, Phetha and Roxanne unpack some of the biggest myths that quietly shape how deals unfold.

Clause & Effect Podcast Series | Think you know mergers and acquisitions?

Corporate & Commercial Law

Clause & Effect Podcast Series | Think you know mergers and acquisitions?

In the second episode of the Clause & Effect Podcast Series, Phetha Mchunu and Roxanne Bain unpack some of the biggest myths in mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

BEE and Public Interest in Merger Control

Corporate & Commercial Law

BEE and Public Interest in Merger Control

CDH is pleased to announce the launch of its new podcast series, Clause & Effect, which provides listeners with an informed and engaging view into the intersection of business and...

Clause & Effect Podcast Series | BEE and Public Interest in Merger Control

Corporate & Commercial Law

Clause & Effect Podcast Series | BEE and Public Interest in Merger Control

CDH is pleased to announce the launch of its new podcast series, Clause & Effect, which provides listeners with an informed and engaging view into the intersection of business and...

The rise of the African unicorn: M&A as a consolidator of billion-dollar valuations

Corporate & Commercial Law

The rise of the African unicorn: M&A as a consolidator of billion-dollar valuations

Over the past decade, Africa’s technology and innovation ecosystem has produced a number of “ unicorns ” – privately held companies valued at USD 1 billion or more. While such valuations...

JMC Webinar Recording - Raising finance for mining activities

Banking, Finance & Projects

JMC Webinar Recording - Raising finance for mining activities

A panel of CDH experts hosted a webinar where they discussed financing options for companies in the mining industry.

Seized and suspended: Is your mining investment safe from political crises?

Corporate & Commercial Law

Seized and suspended: Is your mining investment safe from political crises?

Earlier this year, Barrick Gold, a leading Canadian mining company, temporarily suspended operations at its Loulo-Gounkoto mine in Mali following the seizure of gold stocks by the...

The African junior miner’s playlist: Streaming and royalties on repeat

Mining & Minerals

The African junior miner’s playlist: Streaming and royalties on repeat

Welcome to the second article in our series exploring innovative financing models for the African mining sector. In our previous piece, “ Financing mining projects: Thinking outside...

Evolving M&A practices in Africa: How SPACs offer a compelling alternative

Corporate & Commercial Law

Evolving M&A practices in Africa: How SPACs offer a compelling alternative

Vivien Chaplin, Sector Head and Director, and Phetha Mchunu, Associate in our Corporate & Commercial practice, were recently featured in DealMakers Africa - DMA Q3 2024, where they...

Financing mining projects: Thinking out of the box to unlock Africa’s mining potential

Mining & Minerals

Financing mining projects: Thinking out of the box to unlock Africa’s mining potential

The African mining sector, rich in resources but often constrained by financing challenges, is at a crossroads. Traditionally, mining companies have relied on conventional financing...

Judicial perspectives on corporate disputes: A look at the High Court’s ruling in Langeni and Another v South African Women In Mining Association and Others

Corporate & Commercial Law

Judicial perspectives on corporate disputes: A look at the High Court’s ruling in Langeni and Another v South African Women In Mining Association and Others

In the case of Langeni and Another v South African Women In Mining Association and Others (27669/2022), the Gauteng High Court delved into the intricacies of section 71(3) of the Companies Act...

All articles by Phetha

SCA reinforces contract certainty and confirms that insurers are bound by placing slips

Corporate & Commercial Law

SCA reinforces contract certainty and confirms that insurers are bound by placing slips

In AIG South Africa Ltd & Others v Azrapart (Pty) Ltd and Another (898/2024) ZASCA 172 the Supreme Court of Appeal dismissed several insurers’ attempts to rectify a Realty Assets All...

The rise of the African unicorn: M&A as a consolidator of billion-dollar valuations

Corporate & Commercial Law

The rise of the African unicorn: M&A as a consolidator of billion-dollar valuations

Over the past decade, Africa’s technology and innovation ecosystem has produced a number of “ unicorns ” – privately held companies valued at USD 1 billion or more. While such valuations...

Seized and suspended: Is your mining investment safe from political crises?

Corporate & Commercial Law

Seized and suspended: Is your mining investment safe from political crises?

Earlier this year, Barrick Gold, a leading Canadian mining company, temporarily suspended operations at its Loulo-Gounkoto mine in Mali following the seizure of gold stocks by the...

The African junior miner’s playlist: Streaming and royalties on repeat

Mining & Minerals

The African junior miner’s playlist: Streaming and royalties on repeat

Welcome to the second article in our series exploring innovative financing models for the African mining sector. In our previous piece, “ Financing mining projects: Thinking outside...

Evolving M&A practices in Africa: How SPACs offer a compelling alternative

Corporate & Commercial Law

Evolving M&A practices in Africa: How SPACs offer a compelling alternative

Vivien Chaplin, Sector Head and Director, and Phetha Mchunu, Associate in our Corporate & Commercial practice, were recently featured in DealMakers Africa - DMA Q3 2024, where they...

Financing mining projects: Thinking out of the box to unlock Africa’s mining potential

Mining & Minerals

Financing mining projects: Thinking out of the box to unlock Africa’s mining potential

The African mining sector, rich in resources but often constrained by financing challenges, is at a crossroads. Traditionally, mining companies have relied on conventional financing...

Judicial perspectives on corporate disputes: A look at the High Court’s ruling in Langeni and Another v South African Women In Mining Association and Others

Corporate & Commercial Law

Judicial perspectives on corporate disputes: A look at the High Court’s ruling in Langeni and Another v South African Women In Mining Association and Others

In the case of Langeni and Another v South African Women In Mining Association and Others (27669/2022), the Gauteng High Court delved into the intricacies of section 71(3) of the Companies Act...

All articles by Phetha

Think you know mergers and acquisitions

Corporate & Commercial Law

Think you know mergers and acquisitions

In the second episode of the Clause & Effect Podcast Series, Phetha and Roxanne unpack some of the biggest myths that quietly shape how deals unfold.

Clause & Effect Podcast Series | BEE and Public Interest in Merger Control

Corporate & Commercial Law

Clause & Effect Podcast Series | BEE and Public Interest in Merger Control

CDH is pleased to announce the launch of its new podcast series, Clause & Effect, which provides listeners with an informed and engaging view into the intersection of business and...

JMC Webinar Recording - Raising finance for mining activities

Banking, Finance & Projects

JMC Webinar Recording - Raising finance for mining activities

A panel of CDH experts hosted a webinar where they discussed financing options for companies in the mining industry.

All videos by Phetha

Clause & Effect Podcast Series | Think you know mergers and acquisitions?

Corporate & Commercial Law

Clause & Effect Podcast Series | Think you know mergers and acquisitions?

In the second episode of the Clause & Effect Podcast Series, Phetha Mchunu and Roxanne Bain unpack some of the biggest myths in mergers and acquisitions (M&A).

BEE and Public Interest in Merger Control

Corporate & Commercial Law

BEE and Public Interest in Merger Control

CDH is pleased to announce the launch of its new podcast series, Clause & Effect, which provides listeners with an informed and engaging view into the intersection of business and...

All podcasts by Phetha

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