About Sacranie, Gow & Company
Delivering Excellence in Corporate & Commercial Law Since 1948
Sacranie, Gow & Company (SGOW) is one of Malawi’s oldest and most respected corporate and commercial law firms. For over 75 years, we have advised on landmark transactions, complex disputes, and high-value projects central to Malawi’s economic development. Our reputation is built on deep legal expertise, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to client service.
About us
Sacranie, Gow & Company “SGOW” is a leading corporate and commercial law firm in Malawi, established in 1948. Founded as a full-service firm, SGOW has developed a strong focus on corporate and commercial practice while maintaining the highest professional standards.
Our clients include multinational corporations, international financial institutions, development finance institutions, private lenders, international law firms, local conglomerates, and private clients. We support them across their most significant legal and commercial matters.
Our longevity reflects not only experience, but our ability to adapt to Malawi’s evolving legal and regulatory environment.
our values & Expertise
At the core of our practice is a commitment to quality, integrity, and strategic insight. We believe exceptional legal advisory requires more than technical knowledge. It requires understanding our clients’ industries, anticipating risks, and delivering commercially sound solutions grounded in both law and market realities.
Our core practice areas are in Banking and Finance, Commercial Litigation, Fintech, Legal Due Diligence (LDD), Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Mining, Renewable Energy including Solar, Wind and Hydro, Technology, Media and Telecom (TMT) as well as Commercial Litigation.
Why Clients Choose Sacranie, Gow & Company
We are consistently chosen by organisations seeking clarity, confidence, and sophistication in their legal matters.
Our strength lies in:
- 75+ years of proven legal expertise
- A strong track record in complex, high-value transactions
- Deep knowledge of Malawi’s regulatory and commercial sectors
- A reputation for strong advocacy in litigation and arbitration
- Trusted partnerships with international law firms
- Membership in the LEX Africa legal alliance, offering cross-border support across the continent
We advise clients from market entry into Malawi whether as start-ups or through mergers and acquisitions. Our services span company law, exchange control regulation, investment structuring, legal due diligence, contract negotiation, financing arrangements, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution including cross-border arbitration.
We also support clients in their day-to-day legal operations including employment matters, licensing, permits, supplier and customer agreements, and ongoing regulatory compliance.
Our strength lies in delivering deep market knowledge and trusted local insight.
Our Team
Meet Our Legal Experts
Our partners are supported by paralegals, senior associates and business consultants who bring decades of combined experience in commercial law, complex transactions, litigation, arbitration, energy, mining, and regulatory advisory.
Shabir Latif S.C
Managing Partner
Hamza Latif
Partner