Charles Maunga is a highly experienced and accomplished Senior Partner at Maunga Maanda & Associates, a leading law firm in Zimbabwe.  With over two decades of legal expertise, he has established himself as a highly regarded figure in the legal profession.  Charles holds an LL.B. (Hons) degree from the University of Zimbabwe and was admitted to practice law in 2000. He is a member of the International Bar Association (IBA); Savana Law Network; SADCLA Pro bono Network; Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa ( AFSA) and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CiArb).

As a seasoned legal professional, Charles has developed specialised skills in arbitration, corporate governance, labour law, commercial law, construction law and corporate law.  He is a sought-after consultant, widely recognised for providing strategic legal advice to organisations in their pursuit of excellence.  He did consultancy work for the Scientific and Industrial Research and Development Centre (SIRDC), focusing on performance review and the preparation of reform strategies. 

Charles is deeply committed to professional development and has shared his expertise as a part-time lecturer in Commercial Law at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Zimbabwe.  Additionally, he is actively involved in various professional organisations, serving as a member of the Advisory Board for ZNNP+ and as a member of the Board of the Audit Office Commission, appointed under the Audit Office Commission Act.  He is past Chairman of the Law Society of Zimbabwe Compensation Fund.  Currently, he is the chairman of the Trustees of Lomagundi College.

He is an arbitrator, with more than a decade of international expertise in arbitration. He has been deeply engaged in corporate and commercial matters, spanning sectors such as Banking & Finance, Construction, infrastructure & Engineering, Energy & resources, Liquidation, insolvency and business rescue. Charles received training in international arbitration from Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA). This has made him to well-versed in the complexities of arbitration, and now has firm grasp on institutional rules including those of AFSA, UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules and the New York Convention

Charles serves as the Zimbabwe focal person for SADC Lawyers Pro Bono, contributing his expertise to furthering access to justice in Southern Africa.  He is also an active member of the AFSA SADC Division Arbitration Centre, underscoring his commitment to alternative dispute resolution across the region. 

A dedicated leader, Charles has earned a reputation for excellence in the legal profession and continues to make a meaningful impact through his legal practice, consultancy, and contributions to the broader legal community.