Anne Desiree Armanda Theotis

With nearly three decades of legal experience, Anne Desiree Armanda Theotis is a highly accomplished legal professional and the Managing Partner at Theotis Mutemi Legal Practitioners in Lusaka, Zambia. Her career showcases excellence in legal practice, strategic leadership, and unwavering professional integrity. In addition to overseeing key departments at the firm, she plays a crucial role as a board member for various organizations, providing valuable insights into strategic decision-making and governance.

Armanda’s commitment to professional development is evident through recent certifications, including the International Arbitration Counsel Skills Based Training Course from SOAS University of London and the Chartered Institute of Arbitration Zambia Branch. Holding credentials in International Arbitration, International Mediation, and Mediation Skills, she demonstrates a dedication to alternative dispute resolution methods.

Projects undertaken by her include:

• Participating in legislative review programs including the reformation of the Agricultural Credit Act and Rural Inventory Credit schemes.
• Organizing an international symposium on rights of abused women and children in Zambia in conjunction with the Maureen Mwanawasa Initiative.
• Drafting the procedure to be adopted on reporting of gender-based offences.