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Fragomen Africa (Pty) Ltd.

Rosebank Mall Offices, 4th Floor, 11 Cradock Ave,

Johannesburg 2196 2196

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Nairobi

Fragomen Kenya Limited

9 West Building Junction of Parklands Road and Mkungu Close, Westlands

Nairobi

Kenya

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Fragomen Africa (Pty) Ltd.

Rosebank Mall Offices, 4th Floor, 11 Cradock Ave,

Johannesburg 2196 2196

South Africa

Nairobi

Fragomen Kenya Limited

9 West Building Junction of Parklands Road and Mkungu Close, Westlands

Nairobi

Kenya

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[email protected]

T:+27 (0) 11 684 9065

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Johannesburg

Fragomen Africa (Pty) Ltd.

Rosebank Mall Offices, 4th Floor, 11 Cradock Ave,

Johannesburg 2196 2196

South Africa

Nairobi

Fragomen Kenya Limited

9 West Building Junction of Parklands Road and Mkungu Close, Westlands

Nairobi

Kenya

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Overseeing Fragomen’s Sub-Saharan Africa practice, Lunga leads the firm’s Johannesburg and Nairobi offices, driving the growth of the region’s operations while ensuring exceptional immigration services are delivered across the continent.

With a focus on strategic expansion and operational excellence, Lunga is committed to building a robust practice that meets the complex immigration needs of businesses and individuals throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.

Lunga brings extensive experience in leadership, people management and operational optimization, leveraging his diverse professional background to guide the South Africa practice through its dynamic growth.

Before joining Fragomen, Lunga held senior roles at a leading South African telecommunications company with a presence in more than 20 countries. Lunga’s blend of legal acumen, operational insight and leadership excellence positions him as a trusted advisor and a driving force behind Fragomen’s Sub-Saharan Africa operations.

Lunga is fluent in English, Xhosa and Zulu. He can also converse in Sotho and Tswana. 

Before joining Fragomen, Lunga held senior roles at a leading South African telecommunications company with a presence in more than 20 countries. Lunga’s blend of legal acumen, operational insight and leadership excellence positions him as a trusted advisor and a driving force behind Fragomen’s Sub-Saharan Africa operations.

Lunga is fluent in English, Xhosa and Zulu. He can also converse in Sotho and Tswana. 

Education

  • University of Fort Hare, B.Proc, 2000

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Admissions/ Membership

Bar Admissions: Notary and Attorney of the High Court

Vice President, Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI) 

Publications and lectures

Speaker, “South African Citizenship – A New Era for Dual Citizens.” Fragomen, Webinar, 10 September 2025.

Panelist, “Spotlight on Africa: Upcoming Changes and Their Impact on Mobility into Africa.” Fragomen's Middle East & Africa Conference: Vision, Innovation, and Transformation, Dubai, UAE, 12 November 2024.

 

Lunga’s insights

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

November 25, 2025 | Video

Vuvuzelas, Visas and Victory - Moving Football Across Africa | #FragomenFC - Ep. 12Read more

September 10, 2025 | Webinar

South African Citizenship – A New Era for Dual CitizensRead more
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Lunga’s insights

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

November 25, 2025 | Video

Vuvuzelas, Visas and Victory - Moving Football Across Africa | #FragomenFC - Ep. 12Read more

September 10, 2025 | Webinar

South African Citizenship – A New Era for Dual CitizensRead more
More related insights

Lunga’s insights

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

November 25, 2025 | Video

Vuvuzelas, Visas and Victory - Moving Football Across Africa | #FragomenFC - Ep. 12Read more

September 10, 2025 | Webinar

South African Citizenship – A New Era for Dual CitizensRead more
More related insights

Countries / Territories

  • South AfricaSouth Africa
  • KenyaKenya

Get in touch

Languages

  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu
  • Sotho
  • Tswana

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+27 (0) 11 684 9065

F:+27 (0) 11 388 5350

Johannesburg

Fragomen Africa (Pty) Ltd.

Rosebank Mall Offices, 4th Floor, 11 Cradock Ave,

Johannesburg 2196 2196

South Africa

Nairobi

Fragomen Kenya Limited

9 West Building Junction of Parklands Road and Mkungu Close, Westlands

Nairobi

Kenya

Connect via Linkedin

Lunga’s insights

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

November 25, 2025 | Video

Vuvuzelas, Visas and Victory - Moving Football Across Africa | #FragomenFC - Ep. 12Read more

September 10, 2025 | Webinar

South African Citizenship – A New Era for Dual CitizensRead more
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Languages

  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu
  • Sotho
  • Tswana

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+27 (0) 11 684 9065

F:+27 (0) 11 388 5350

Johannesburg

Fragomen Africa (Pty) Ltd.

Rosebank Mall Offices, 4th Floor, 11 Cradock Ave,

Johannesburg 2196 2196

South Africa

Nairobi

Fragomen Kenya Limited

9 West Building Junction of Parklands Road and Mkungu Close, Westlands

Nairobi

Kenya

Connect via Linkedin

Lunga’s insights

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

November 25, 2025 | Video

Vuvuzelas, Visas and Victory - Moving Football Across Africa | #FragomenFC - Ep. 12Read more

September 10, 2025 | Webinar

South African Citizenship – A New Era for Dual CitizensRead more
More related insights

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Share

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Get in touch

Languages

  • English
  • Xhosa
  • Zulu
  • Sotho
  • Tswana

Contact information

Email

[email protected]

T:+27 (0) 11 684 9065

F:+27 (0) 11 388 5350

Johannesburg

Fragomen Africa (Pty) Ltd.

Rosebank Mall Offices, 4th Floor, 11 Cradock Ave,

Johannesburg 2196 2196

South Africa

Nairobi

Fragomen Kenya Limited

9 West Building Junction of Parklands Road and Mkungu Close, Westlands

Nairobi

Kenya

Connect via Linkedin

Lunga’s insights

January 29, 2026 | Webinar

Fragomen Worldwide Immigration Trends Report Webcast: Europe, Middle East & AfricaRead more

November 25, 2025 | Video

Vuvuzelas, Visas and Victory - Moving Football Across Africa | #FragomenFC - Ep. 12Read more

September 10, 2025 | Webinar

South African Citizenship – A New Era for Dual CitizensRead more
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Fragomen Ranked Band 1 in the Chambers Global 2026 Guide

Fragomen is ranked in Band 1 for Immigration: Business in the Chambers Global 2026 Guide, marking two decades of recognition since 2006. The firm is also the only firm ranked in Band 1 in the Global: Multi-Jurisdictional Immigration category and receives additional individual recognitions in the USA: Business Immigration rankings.

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Partner Rick Lamanna provides insight to Buffalo Toronto Public Media on potential IRCC processing challenges as Canada prepares for increased visa demand ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

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Blog post

Time to Act: Three Key Questions for Employers Ahead of March 1 Remuneration Increases for Employment Permits in Ireland

Immigration Director Deirdre Murray explores the impact of upcoming employment permit changes on employers and workforce planning in Ireland. 

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Video

Global Entry | #MobilityMinute

Director David Iannella discusses how Global Entry can help frequent business travelers navigate US entry more predictably and access TSA PreCheck.

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Video

London Fashion Week 2026

Manager Russell Hodges and Associate Gurpreet Phalora explain key UK immigration considerations for London Fashion Week 2026.

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Advisory services

The EU Blue Card Recast Through the Employer Lens

Senior Counsel Jo Antoons and Immigration Supervisor Elisabeth Kamm explore the EU Blue Card recast and its impact for employers, highlighting how hiring, retention and mobility decisions are affected. 

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Media mentions

Times of India: The 2027 H-1B Season: Revised Strategies for Sponsoring Employers and Implications for Aspirants

Partner James Pack on US H‑1B updates and what employers should know for the upcoming lottery.

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Immigration analysis

Applying for Swiss Citizenship: When Timing and Eligibility Matter

Manager Konstantin Schmid provides a practical overview of Swiss citizenship routes, eligibility rules and common reasons applications are delayed or refused. 

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Media mentions

CNN: These Americans Are Clinging to Hope for Italian Citizenship

Manager Pierangelo D’Errico discusses how recent changes to Italy’s citizenship rules are affecting applicants with Italian ancestry.

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Podcast

Space for Everyone: Women in Space - Breaking Barriers, Shaping the Future

Director Laxmi Limbani discusses how women are shaping the global space sector, the barriers they face and what is needed to support a more inclusive space workforce.

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Media mentions

Games Industry: Tightening Immigration Rules Will Impact the Games Industry in 2026

Senior Manager William Diaz outlines how immigration changes in the US and UK may affect workforce planning and mobility for the games industry in 2026.

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Awards

Fragomen Ranked Band 1 in the Chambers Global 2026 Guide

Fragomen is ranked in Band 1 for Immigration: Business in the Chambers Global 2026 Guide, marking two decades of recognition since 2006. The firm is also the only firm ranked in Band 1 in the Global: Multi-Jurisdictional Immigration category and receives additional individual recognitions in the USA: Business Immigration rankings.

Learn more

Fragomen news

Fragomen Strengthens Canadian Practice with Partner and Counsel Hires in MontréalLearn more

Media mentions

Buffalo Toronto Public Media: IRCC faces processing hurdles as FIFA World Cup draws near

Partner Rick Lamanna provides insight to Buffalo Toronto Public Media on potential IRCC processing challenges as Canada prepares for increased visa demand ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Learn more

Blog post

Time to Act: Three Key Questions for Employers Ahead of March 1 Remuneration Increases for Employment Permits in Ireland

Immigration Director Deirdre Murray explores the impact of upcoming employment permit changes on employers and workforce planning in Ireland. 

Learn more

Video

Global Entry | #MobilityMinute

Director David Iannella discusses how Global Entry can help frequent business travelers navigate US entry more predictably and access TSA PreCheck.

Learn more

Video

London Fashion Week 2026

Manager Russell Hodges and Associate Gurpreet Phalora explain key UK immigration considerations for London Fashion Week 2026.

Learn more

Advisory services

The EU Blue Card Recast Through the Employer Lens

Senior Counsel Jo Antoons and Immigration Supervisor Elisabeth Kamm explore the EU Blue Card recast and its impact for employers, highlighting how hiring, retention and mobility decisions are affected. 

Learn more

Media mentions

Times of India: The 2027 H-1B Season: Revised Strategies for Sponsoring Employers and Implications for Aspirants

Partner James Pack on US H‑1B updates and what employers should know for the upcoming lottery.

Learn more

Immigration analysis

Applying for Swiss Citizenship: When Timing and Eligibility Matter

Manager Konstantin Schmid provides a practical overview of Swiss citizenship routes, eligibility rules and common reasons applications are delayed or refused. 

Learn more

Media mentions

CNN: These Americans Are Clinging to Hope for Italian Citizenship

Manager Pierangelo D’Errico discusses how recent changes to Italy’s citizenship rules are affecting applicants with Italian ancestry.

Learn more

Podcast

Space for Everyone: Women in Space - Breaking Barriers, Shaping the Future

Director Laxmi Limbani discusses how women are shaping the global space sector, the barriers they face and what is needed to support a more inclusive space workforce.

Learn more

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Games Industry: Tightening Immigration Rules Will Impact the Games Industry in 2026

Senior Manager William Diaz outlines how immigration changes in the US and UK may affect workforce planning and mobility for the games industry in 2026.

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