Our Projects and Finance Practice stands at the forefront of legal advisory services in Africa's rapidly evolving economic landscape. With decades of collective experience and a deep understanding of the continent's diverse markets, our team offers unparalleled expertise across a wide range of banking and finance disciplines. We specialize in structuring and executing complex financial transactions that drive economic growth and development across Africa.
Our practice spans various financing structures, including revolving and term loan facilities, syndicated loans, debt and equity finance, mezzanine finance, debt capital markets, and intricate security arrangements. We pride ourselves on our ability to navigate the unique challenges presented by Africa's diverse regulatory environments, political landscapes, and economic conditions.
Our team's expertise is not confined to traditional finance; we are also at the cutting edge of innovative financial solutions, including fintech and sustainable finance. We combine our extensive local knowledge with global best practices to deliver tailored, pragmatic solutions that meet our clients' strategic objectives while addressing the specific needs of African markets.
From advising on landmark infrastructure projects to structuring pioneering financial instruments, our Projects and Finance team has played a pivotal role in transactions that have shaped Africa's economic trajectory. Our clients include leading financial institutions, multinational corporations, development finance institutions, private equity firms, and governments across the continent.
Our agricultural finance practice offers deep industry knowledge of the intricacies in lending, securing collateral, and restructuring transactions in the agricultural context. We provide comprehensive support, including:
Our team has been at the forefront of innovative financing solutions in the agricultural sector across Africa. We have successfully structured and executed transactions that have transformed large-scale farming operations, supported smallholder farmer initiatives, and facilitated the growth of agribusiness value chains. Our experience includes advising on syndicated loans for agricultural projects, structuring warehouse receipt financing systems, and developing risk mitigation strategies for lenders in challenging jurisdictions. We have played a pivotal role in transactions that have not only benefited our clients but have also contributed to food security and rural development across the continent.
Our asset-based lending and asset finance practice offers extensive experience in a wide variety of structured finance projects. We provide comprehensive services, including:
We have been instrumental in shaping the asset finance landscape in Africa, particularly in sectors critical to the continent's development. Our work has included advising on groundbreaking transactions in the aviation sector, structuring complex leasing arrangements for major rail projects, and developing innovative financing solutions for telecommunications infrastructure. We have successfully navigated the challenges of cross-border asset finance transactions, addressing issues such as registration of security interests, enforcement rights, and compliance with local ownership requirements. Our expertise has enabled clients to unlock significant value from their assets and facilitated major infrastructure investments across Africa.
Our debt capital markets team advises on complex and innovative transactions across Africa. We provide comprehensive services, including:
Our team has been at the cutting edge of debt capital markets developments in Africa, playing a key role in transactions that have opened new avenues for African entities to access global capital. We have advised on numerous landmark bond issuances, including sovereign bonds, corporate bonds, and innovative instruments such as green bonds and sukuk. Our expertise has been crucial in helping African governments and corporations tap into international capital markets, often achieving favorable terms and oversubscribed offerings. We have also been instrumental in developing local currency bond markets, contributing to the deepening of Africa's capital markets and reducing reliance on foreign currency financing.
Our financial services regulatory practice provides comprehensive advice on the complex and evolving regulatory landscape across Africa. We offer expertise in:
In the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape of African financial markets, our team has been a trusted advisor to both established institutions and fintech innovators. We have successfully guided clients through complex regulatory approval processes, helped traditional banks navigate the challenges of digital transformation, and assisted in the development of regulatory frameworks for new financial products and services. Our work has included advising on the establishment of mobile money platforms, structuring regulatory compliant peer-to-peer lending models, and developing comprehensive AML/CFT programs. We have also represented clients in high-profile regulatory investigations, demonstrating our ability to navigate sensitive regulatory issues effectively.
Our infrastructure finance team specializes in complex, large-scale projects across Africa. We provide comprehensive support, including:
Our infrastructure finance practice has been at the heart of transformative projects across Africa. We have advised on transactions that have reshaped urban landscapes, improved regional connectivity, and enhanced access to basic services. Our experience spans a wide range of sectors, from advising on the financing of major port expansions and toll road projects to structuring complex arrangements for water treatment facilities and smart city initiatives. We have successfully navigated the challenges of long-term project finance in Africa, addressing issues such as political risk, currency fluctuations, and changing regulatory environments. Our innovative approaches to risk allocation and financing structures have enabled the successful closing of projects that are critical to Africa's economic development.
Our extractive industry practice covers the entire value chain of the mining, oil, and gas sectors. We offer expertise in:
We have been at the forefront of major developments in Africa's extractive industries, advising on transactions that have shaped the sector. Our team has successfully guided clients through complex cross-border acquisitions, innovative joint venture structures, and challenging regulatory environments. We have advised on pioneering projects in frontier markets, helping clients navigate local content requirements, community engagement issues, and environmental regulations. Our work has included structuring multi-million dollar project finance deals for greenfield mining projects, advising on the development of LNG facilities, and supporting clients in negotiating production sharing agreements with host governments. We have also played a key role in transactions aimed at optimizing existing operations and divesting non-core assets, demonstrating our ability to add value throughout the lifecycle of extractive industry projects.
Our power and transmission practice provides comprehensive legal services across the entire power sector value chain. We offer expertise in:
Our power and transmission practice has been instrumental in addressing Africa's energy challenges. We have advised on landmark projects that have significantly increased power generation capacity and improved electricity access across the continent. Our experience includes advising on the development and financing of Africa's largest wind farm, structuring innovative off-grid solar solutions for rural electrification, and guiding the privatization of state-owned power assets. We have successfully navigated the complex regulatory environments of multiple African jurisdictions, addressing issues such as tariff structures, grid connectivity, and power purchase agreements. Our work has also extended to advising on regional power pools and cross-border transmission projects, contributing to greater energy integration across African markets.
Our PPP practice offers comprehensive legal services for all aspects of public-private partnership projects. We provide expertise in:
We have been at the forefront of the PPP revolution in Africa, advising on groundbreaking projects that have set new standards for public-private collaboration. Our team has successfully structured and negotiated complex PPP arrangements across various sectors, including healthcare, education, transportation, and municipal services. We have advised governments on developing robust PPP frameworks and assisted private sector clients in navigating the intricacies of partnering with public entities. Our innovative approaches to risk allocation and financing have enabled the successful closing of projects that might otherwise have stalled. We have also played a key role in knowledge transfer, helping to build local capacity in PPP structuring and implementation across multiple African jurisdictions.
Our renewables practice provides comprehensive legal services across various renewable energy technologies. We offer expertise in:
Our renewables practice has been at the cutting edge of Africa's clean energy transition. We have advised on pioneering projects that have harnessed Africa's abundant renewable resources, from utility-scale solar farms in the Sahel to geothermal power plants in the Rift Valley. Our team has successfully navigated the unique challenges of renewable energy projects in Africa, including issues of grid integration, regulatory uncertainty, and innovative financing structures. We have played a key role in developing the policy and regulatory frameworks necessary to support renewable energy growth in several African countries. Our work has included advising on the first solar IPPs in multiple markets, structuring innovative financing solutions for off-grid renewable projects, and guiding the development of regional renewable energy initiatives.
Our trade and commodity finance practice offers expertise in structured trade finance and commodity-backed transactions. We provide comprehensive services, including:
In the dynamic world of African trade and commodity finance, our team has been a trusted advisor on transactions that have facilitated millions of dollars in trade flows. We have structured innovative financing solutions that have unlocked value in complex supply chains, from agricultural commodities to mineral resources. Our experience includes advising on pre-export finance facilities, receivables securitization structures, and warehouse financing arrangements. We have successfully navigated the challenges of cross-border trade finance in Africa, addressing issues such as currency controls, political risk, and regulatory compliance. Our work has been instrumental in facilitating trade between Africa and global markets, contributing to economic growth and development across the continent.
Our transport finance practice provides comprehensive legal services across various transportation sectors. We offer expertise in:
Our transport finance practice has played a pivotal role in modernizing Africa's transportation infrastructure. We have advised on transformative projects across air, rail, road, and maritime transport sectors. Our work has included structuring complex financing arrangements for national airlines, advising on major rail network expansions, and developing innovative financing solutions for shipping and logistics.