We are dedicated to providing insightful and practical legal advice to companies, investors, and developers operating in Africa’s energy sector. Despite the energy crisis in Sub-Saharan Africa, there are as many opportunities and projects as there are hurdles and pitfalls for energy companies, investors, and developers to tap into the potential of the African energy market.
Africa is facing an energy crisis, with more than 600 million people lacking access to electricity and with only 40% of the energy we require being produced to sustain our current status – let alone sufficient energy for growth. This has led to poor economic growth, reduced productivity, and a decline in investment in our countries. While governments have made significant efforts to address this issue, including increasing investment in the sector, the problem persists.
The demand for energy in Africa is expected to increase exponentially in the coming years, creating and increasing opportunities.
Numerous projects are underway in Africa’s energy sector, which offers significant investment opportunities for local and international companies, but these need to be balanced against the pitfalls. Political instability, corruption, and inadequate legal and regulatory frameworks are some challenges that companies and investors may face when operating in the region.
It is, therefore, critical for companies to conduct thorough due diligence investigations and seek the right legal advice to mitigate these risks.
Energy projects are a critical component of Africa’s economic development, and our law firm is proud to be at the forefront of this industry. We provide legal services for various energy projects, including renewable energy, fossil fuel, biomass, and biofuels.
Renewable Energy:
Renewable energy is a rapidly growing sector in Africa. We have extensive experience and advise numerous clients to navigate the complex regulatory landscape in this industry. Our expertise in renewable energy includes CSP, PV, and wind.
We are dedicated to providing personalised and innovative energy-project solutions, from concept to closure. We understand the unique challenges facing energy projects in Africa and are committed to helping our clients navigate these challenges successfully.
We offer a range of services to our clients, including:
- Regulatory Compliance and Licensing: We provide expert guidance and legal advice on regulatory compliance issues and licensing requirements for energy companies operating in Sub-Saharan Africa. We work with our clients to ensure they meet all legal requirements and fully comply with relevant regulations.
- Contract Drafting and Negotiation: Our team of lawyers is experienced in drafting and negotiating contracts for energy companies, including those related to energy production, supply, and distribution. These include power purchase agreements with utilities and other off-takers; EPC, EPCM, D&B, and DBO contracts; energy supply agreements and project development agreements
- Dispute Resolution: We represent our clients in energy-related disputes, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation. Our team of attorneys has a proven track record of success in resolving complex energy disputes.
- Project Development and Finance: We provide legal advice and support to energy companies in all aspects of project development and finance, including project structuring, financing, and regulatory compliance.
- Environmental and Social Impact Assessments: We provide legal advice and guidance to energy companies on environmental and social impact assessments, including compliance with international standards and regulations.
Our team of experienced attorneys has in-depth knowledge of the energy sector, including those governing renewable energy, oil and gas, and electricity generation and distribution. Our expertise includes project development, financing, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution.