Litheko & Associates remains a trusted legal partner, delivering results that matter.
Bontle Litheko
MANAGING DIRECTOR
GROWTH PROGRESS
Experience
Bontle Litheko is a seasoned legal expert with over a decade of post-admission experience in corporate and commercial law. She has provided legal counsel to leading corporations, including MTN Group, advising on high-stakes mergers, acquisitions, and cross-border transactions. Her business acumen extends to multiple industries, enabling her to craft tailored legal solutions that drive business success.
ACHIEVEMENTS
Qualifications
Postgraduate Certificate in Prospecting & Mining Law, University of
the Witwatersrand (2023)
LLB (Hons), University of South Africa (2009)
IN BUSINESS
Key Transactions
MTN Group & Oracle: Managed a deal involving 66 inter-company contracts across Africa and Dubai.
MTN Fintech & MasterCard Acquisition: Played a key role in a $200 million invest- ment transaction.
Mining Transactions: Led legal efforts in cross-border mining deals across South Africa, Zambia, and the DRC.
Telecommunications: Co-founded PSB Mo- bile Network, South Africa’s first black- owned Mobile Virtual Network Operator, securing R20 million in investment.
Mergers & Acquisitions: Advised PRASA on the merger of Auto-Pax as a subsidiary.
Education
2009
University of South Africa
2023
University of the Witwatersrand
2024
Diamond college
Postgraduate Certificate in Prospecting & Mining Law
A specialised postgraduate qualification focused on the legal frameworks governing mineral prospecting and mining activities. The programme covers mining and environmental legislation, mineral rights and tenure systems, regulatory compliance, licensing procedures, land access and surface rights, health and safety obligations, and the legal aspects of mine development and closure. Emphasis is placed on the practical application of mining law within regulatory, commercial, and environmental contexts.
LLB (Hons), University of South Africa
An honours-level law degree providing comprehensive training in South African law, including constitutional, administrative, commercial, and criminal law, with a strong emphasis on legal research, interpretation of legislation, and applied legal reasoning.
Rough Diamond evaluation certificate
This certification demonstrates training in the assessment and valuation of rough, uncut diamonds before they are processed. It covers:
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Identification of natural rough diamonds
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Understanding diamond crystal structures and surface features
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Evaluation of size, shape, color, clarity, and inclusions
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Estimating cutting potential, yield, and value
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Basic knowledge of industry standards and ethical practices
It shows practical and theoretical knowledge relevant to diamond sorting, valuation, and trade.