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Njiramanda Mbewe is an attorney and a human rights advocate. She is also the founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of a female-led firm called Mbewe Legal Practice. Her work on entertainment law has made her a popular figure including a case where she represented a music promoter who had booked South African superstar, Makhadzi who became a no-show. A warrant of her arrest was then granted, and the matter was resolved by settlement. She also successfully interdicted the Mascom derby polo saga, The Born and Raised (BnR) versus BTC saga as well as the non-appearance and eventually a warrant of arrest of Shebeshxt. Mmegi staffer, SHARON MATHALA catches up with the fierce lawyer

Mmegi: How has the landscape of entertainment law evolved in recent years, especially with the rise of digital platforms and streaming services?Mbewe: The landscape of entertainment law has undergone significant evolution in recent years, especially with the rapid growth of digital platforms, streaming services, and social media. At Mbewe Legal Practice, we’re committed to staying ahead of these trends.

We’re continuously updating our legal frameworks to ensure that our clients are well-protected in this rapidly evolving landscape. Our mission remains to empower creators and ensure they benefit fully from their contributions in the digital entertainment world. With December around the corner, we look forward to seeing better transactions involving artists and artists seeking legal advice on contracts to avert litigation.

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