Effective Date: 1st January 2025
Last Updated: 17 October 2026
1.1. Welcome to the official website of Mhlanga Legal ("the Firm", "we", "us" or "our"), a legal practice operating in the Republic of Botswana and providing legal, notarial, conveyancing, advisory and related professional services.
1.2. These Website Terms of Use ("Terms") govern access to and use of the Firm's website, including its pages, publications, articles, downloadable materials, electronic communication facilities and other content or services made available through the website ("Website").
1.3. By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that your use is subject to these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations.
1.4. If you do not agree with these Terms, you should discontinue using the Website.
1.5. These Terms must be read together with our Privacy and Data Protection Notice and any other applicable policies published on the Website.
1.6. Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits any rights, duties or protections that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited under Botswana law.
2.1. Mhlanga Legal is a Botswana-based legal practice providing professional legal services to individuals, businesses, corporate entities, institutions and other organisations.
2.2. The Firm's practice areas may include:
2.3. The Firm may maintain professional affiliations or working relationships with independent legal practitioners and law firms in other jurisdictions to facilitate cross-border legal matters.
2.4. Any such affiliation does not, unless expressly stated in writing, constitute a partnership, joint practice, agency relationship or assumption of responsibility for the professional services of an independent foreign legal practitioner.
2.5. The Firm's services are subject to applicable Botswana legislation, professional standards and the rules governing the legal profession.
3.1. The information published on the Website is provided for general informational, educational and professional awareness purposes.
3.2. Although the Firm endeavours to ensure that information is accurate, relevant and appropriately updated, legal developments, judicial decisions, legislative amendments and regulatory changes may affect the continued accuracy of published material.
3.3. Information appearing on the Website may not reflect the most recent legal developments or the particular circumstances of an individual matter.
3.4. The Firm does not represent that every publication, article, commentary or other item of information is comprehensive or suitable for reliance upon in a particular legal situation.
3.5. Website content should not be treated as a substitute for obtaining professional legal advice based on the relevant facts and applicable law.
3.6. Users are encouraged to seek independent legal advice before taking or refraining from taking any action based on information obtained through the Website.
4.1. Accessing the Website, reading its contents, downloading publications or submitting a general enquiry does not, in itself, establish an attorney-client relationship between the user and Mhlanga Legal.
4.2. No attorney-client relationship shall arise solely because:
4.3. A professional engagement shall arise only upon the Firm's acceptance of instructions, following any necessary conflict-of-interest checks, client identification procedures and other applicable professional requirements.
4.4. The terms of any professional engagement, including its scope, fees, responsibilities and applicable conditions, shall be governed by the relevant engagement letter, fee agreement or other written arrangement.
4.5. Users should not assume that communications submitted before acceptance of an engagement will automatically attract legal professional privilege.
4.6. Nothing in this clause diminishes any duty of confidentiality or other professional obligation that may arise independently under applicable law.
5.1. The Website may provide electronic communication facilities through which users can request consultations, submit enquiries or obtain information about the Firm's services.
5.2. Users agree to provide accurate and relevant information when communicating with the Firm.
5.3. Submission of an enquiry does not guarantee acceptance of instructions, availability of legal representation or a response within any particular period.
5.4. The Firm reserves the right to decline instructions in accordance with applicable law, professional obligations, conflict-of-interest requirements and operational considerations.
5.5. Users are advised not to submit highly sensitive, confidential or privileged documents through unsecured website forms unless expressly requested to do so through an appropriate communication channel.
5.6. Although the Firm takes appropriate measures to protect its electronic communications, the transmission of information over the internet may involve security risks.
5.7. The Firm shall not be responsible for unauthorised interception or interference with electronic communications to the extent that such responsibility may lawfully be excluded.
5.8. Communications sent to the Firm outside ordinary business hours may only be reviewed during the next available working period.
5.9. Users must not assume that sending an enquiry suspends, extends or otherwise affects any statutory limitation period, court deadline, appeal period or other legal time limit.
6.1. Information concerning the Firm's services does not constitute a binding quotation, fee agreement or undertaking to provide legal representation.
6.2. Professional fees may vary depending on the nature, complexity, urgency, duration and scope of the legal services required.
6.3. Where applicable, the Firm shall communicate its professional fees, payment arrangements and relevant engagement conditions before commencing an engagement.
6.4. Any consultation fees, deposits, disbursements or additional charges shall be governed by the applicable engagement terms.
6.5. The Firm reserves the right to require advance payment or a deposit before commencing professional work, subject to applicable professional obligations.
7.1. Users may access and use the Website for lawful personal, informational and legitimate business purposes.
7.2. Users agree not to:
7.3. The Firm may take appropriate measures to prevent or restrict misuse of the Website, including restricting access where reasonably necessary and legally permissible.
8.1. Unless otherwise indicated, the Website and its original content, including text, legal articles, publications, graphics, logos, branding, photographs, layouts and other materials, are owned by or lawfully licensed to Mhlanga Legal.
8.2. Such content may be protected by applicable copyright, trademark and other intellectual property laws.
8.3. Users may view, download or print reasonable portions of Website content for personal, non-commercial and informational purposes, provided that:
8.4. Except where permitted by law, no Website content may be commercially reproduced, republished, distributed, licensed or exploited without the Firm's prior written consent.
8.5. The Firm's name, logo, branding and associated identifiers may not be used without appropriate authorisation.
8.6. Nothing in these Terms transfers ownership of any intellectual property rights to Website users.
9.1. Mhlanga Legal recognises the importance of protecting personal information and is committed to processing such information in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the Data Protection Act, 2024, of Botswana.
9.2. Personal information collected through the Website may be processed for legitimate purposes, including responding to enquiries, arranging consultations, providing legal services, administering professional engagements, maintaining Website security and complying with legal obligations.
9.3. The collection, use, storage, disclosure, retention and other processing of personal information are addressed more fully in the Firm's Privacy and Data Protection Notice.
9.4. Users are encouraged to read that Notice to understand the Firm's data-processing practices and their applicable rights.
9.5. Where the Website uses cookies or similar technologies, their operation shall be subject to applicable legal requirements and any relevant Cookie Notice.
9.6. Nothing in these Terms constitutes blanket consent to the processing of personal information where specific consent is required by law.
10.1. Mhlanga Legal recognises its professional obligations concerning confidentiality and legal professional privilege.
10.2. Information received during an established professional engagement shall be handled in accordance with applicable legal and professional duties.
10.3. Users should distinguish between general Website enquiries and communications made within an existing attorney-client relationship.
10.4. Submission of information through a public Website contact form does not automatically create legal professional privilege or an attorney-client relationship.
10.5. The Firm shall take appropriate steps to safeguard information received, subject to applicable legal and professional obligations.
10.6. The Firm may decline to receive or review unsolicited documents or information where doing so may create a conflict of interest or otherwise interfere with its professional obligations.
11.1. The Website may contain links to third-party websites, regulatory authorities, courts, professional bodies, publications or other external resources.
11.2. Such links are provided for convenience and informational purposes.
11.3. Unless expressly indicated, the inclusion of a third-party link does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation or guarantee of the relevant third party, its services or its content.
11.4. The Firm does not control the content, availability, security or privacy practices of independent third-party websites.
11.5. Users access third-party websites at their own discretion and should review the applicable terms and privacy notices.
11.6. Nothing in this clause excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.
12.1. The Firm endeavours to maintain a functional, accessible and reasonably accurate Website.
12.2. However, the Website may occasionally be unavailable due to maintenance, technical difficulties, security incidents, system upgrades or circumstances beyond the Firm's reasonable control.
12.3. The Firm does not guarantee uninterrupted access or that the Website will always be free from technical errors or harmful components.
12.4. The Firm may update, amend, suspend or discontinue Website features or content where reasonably necessary.
12.5. The Firm may correct errors, omissions or outdated information without prior notice.
13.1. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Mhlanga Legal shall not be liable for loss or damage arising solely from a user's reliance on general information published on the Website without obtaining appropriate professional legal advice.
13.2. The Firm shall not be liable for losses resulting from:
except to the extent that liability arises under applicable law and cannot lawfully be excluded.
13.3. Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability for fraud, wilful misconduct or any other liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or restricted.
13.4. Nothing in these Terms limits the Firm's professional duties or liability arising from an established attorney-client relationship where such limitation would be unlawful or inconsistent with applicable professional obligations.
13.5. Any limitation of liability contained in a separate professional engagement agreement shall be considered in accordance with its terms and applicable law.
14.1. Any description of the Firm's experience, services, practice areas or professional capabilities is intended to provide general information about its legal practice.
14.2. Nothing published on the Website constitutes a representation, warranty or guarantee that any particular legal matter will achieve a specified outcome.
14.3. Legal outcomes depend on the facts, applicable law, available evidence, judicial or regulatory determinations and other circumstances beyond the Firm's control.
14.4. References to previous matters, professional experience or legal developments must not be interpreted as guarantees of future results.
15.1. Mhlanga Legal may collaborate with independent attorneys, correspondent law firms, consultants and other professionals within Botswana and internationally.
15.2. Such arrangements may facilitate the provision of cross-border legal support and access to professional expertise in other jurisdictions.
15.3. Unless expressly agreed in writing, independent correspondent attorneys and foreign legal practitioners remain responsible for their own professional services and obligations.
15.4. Any foreign-law advice shall be provided by appropriately qualified and authorised professionals, where required by the relevant jurisdiction.
15.5. Cross-border professional engagements may be subject to separate engagement terms, fee arrangements, confidentiality obligations and applicable legal requirements.
16.1. The Website may provide downloadable publications, articles, legal updates, brochures, forms or other informational materials.
16.2. Unless expressly stated otherwise, these materials are provided for general informational purposes and are not intended to constitute legal advice tailored to a particular matter.
16.3. Users are responsible for obtaining appropriate legal advice before relying on any document, template or publication for a specific legal purpose.
16.4. The Firm does not warrant that downloadable materials will remain suitable for use following legislative, regulatory or judicial developments.
16.5. Users should take reasonable precautions to protect their devices and systems when downloading electronic materials.
17.1. The Firm takes reasonable measures to protect the security and integrity of the Website.
17.2. Users are prohibited from attempting to circumvent Website security measures or interfere with the operation of its systems.
17.3. Suspected security vulnerabilities or unauthorised activities may be reported to the Firm using the contact details provided below.
17.4. The Firm reserves the right to investigate suspected misuse and, where appropriate, report unlawful activities to competent authorities.
17.5. Any collection or processing of personal information arising from security monitoring shall be undertaken in accordance with applicable data protection law.
18.1. Mhlanga Legal may revise or update these Terms from time to time to reflect changes in applicable legislation, professional requirements, Website functionality or business operations.
18.2. Updated Terms shall be published on the Website together with the relevant effective or revision date.
18.3. Continued use of the Website following publication of revised Terms shall be subject to the revised Terms, to the extent permitted by applicable law.
18.4. Material changes requiring specific notification or consent shall be addressed in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
19.1. These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Botswana.
19.2. Subject to applicable mandatory laws and jurisdictional requirements, disputes arising from the interpretation or application of these Terms shall fall within the jurisdiction of the competent courts of Botswana.
19.3. Nothing in these Terms prevents any person from exercising statutory rights, pursuing available regulatory remedies or approaching a court or tribunal having mandatory jurisdiction.
20.1. If any provision of these Terms is found by a competent court to be invalid, unlawful or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed or restricted to the extent necessary.
20.2. The remaining provisions shall continue to operate to the extent permitted by law.
21.1. Any failure or delay by Mhlanga Legal to exercise a right or remedy under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of that right or remedy.
21.2. Any waiver shall be effective only to the extent lawfully and expressly authorised.
For questions, concerns or enquiries relating to these Terms, please contact:
MHLANGA LEGAL
Attorney | Notary Public | Conveyancer
Address: Plot 9819 Nyerere Drive, Unit 5 Progress House, Partial, Gaborone, Botswana
Telephone: +267 74746881 / +267 316 3688
Website: www.mhlangalegal.com
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