Webber Wentzel shortlisted in 20 categories for the 2025 African Legal Awards

​​Webber Wentzel has been shortlisted in 20 categories for the 2025 African Legal Awards, a recognition that reflects the firm's depth of expertise and impact across the African legal and business landscape.

The awards, hosted by Law.com International in partnership with the Corporate Counsel Association of South Africa, celebrate the individuals, teams and firms driving progress and innovation across the continent.

Notably, two individuals from Webber Wentzel have received personal recognition:


  • Ayanda Khumalo has been shortlisted for Partner of the Year – Southern Africa, and
  • Lebogang Maragelo for Private Practice Most Promising Newcomer.

Both are recognised for their exceptional legal acumen, leadership potential, client excellence and commitment to community impact.

Shortlisted firm and team categories include:


Firm-Wide Categories:


  • African Law Firm of the Year
  • African Law Firm of the Year – Southern Africa
  • African Network / Alliance of the Year
  • Best Use of Technology
  • CSR, Diversity, Transformation and Economic Empowerment Award
  • ESG Initiative of the Year
  • Innovation Award

Team Categories:


  • Banking & Finance Team of the Year - Large Sized Firm 
  • Capital Markets Team of the Year
  • Competition and Regulatory Team of the Year
  • Employment Law Team of the Year
  • Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team of the Year - Large Sized Firm
  • Private Equity Team of the Year
  • Property and Construction Team of the Year
  • Restructuring Team of the Year
  • Tax Team of the Year
  • TMT Team of the Year
  • Transportation and Infrastructure Team of the Year

Gareth Driver, Senior Partner at Webber Wentzel, commented: "Being shortlisted across so many categories is a testament to the strength of what we're building across the continent – deep legal expertise, a diverse and dynamic team, and a culture committed to continuous innovation. I'm incredibly proud of the impact our people are making for our clients and the broader communities we serve."

Winners will be announced on 6 September 2025 in Johannesburg.​


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