To achieve growth in Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa, it is imperative to prioritise infrastructure development within the continent, including transport, water, social, and telecommunications sectors. It will require a significant investment, and although there are challenges to be faced, there are also numerous opportunities to be seized. 

Success will require a collaborative effort from governments, private-sector investors, and international organisations. Critical steps to unlocking the potential of intra-African and local infrastructure include improving infrastructure, reducing bureaucratic hurdles, and addressing security issues, all of which will pave the way for economic growth and development across the continent.

• Power Infrastructure: Access to reliable and affordable power is essential for economic growth and development. Sub-Saharan Africa has significant energy needs, and the development of power infrastructure, including new power plants, transmission lines, and distribution networks, is critical to meeting these needs.
• Transport Infrastructure: Good transport infrastructure, including roads, railways, ports, and airports, is essential for connecting people, goods, and markets, facilitating trade, and promoting economic growth. 
• Water Infrastructure: Access to safe and clean water is essential for public health and economic development. Water infrastructure, including dams, water treatment plants, and distribution networks, is critical to meeting this need.
• Telecommunications Infrastructure: Access to reliable and affordable telecommunications infrastructure, including mobile networks and broadband internet, and the development of new technologies such as 5G is essential for connecting people, businesses, and markets and promoting economic growth. 
• Social Infrastructure: Social infrastructure, including schools, hospitals, and housing, is critical for improving public health and well-being, promoting education and skills development, and supporting economic growth. 

Our multi-disciplinary team of sector specialists provide quality concept to closure services tailored to your unique needs and the challenges you face in the rapidly evolving infrastructure sector.

We understand the complexities of infrastructure projects in Sub-Saharan Africa, including the various laws, regulations, and policies that govern these projects. We have extensive knowledge of the landscape and can provide clients with the guidance and support they need to navigate the challenges associated with infrastructure projects.

Our firm offers a range of legal services to support infrastructure projects, including:

• Regulatory compliance: Our goal is to assist clients in adhering to applicable laws and regulations, including those related to the environment, labour, and construction regulations, to ensure projects meet legal requirements.
• Project development: Our team helps clients with project development, including negotiating contracts, securing financing, and navigating complex procurement processes.
• Dispute resolution: We provide dispute resolution services, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation, to resolve disputes that may arise during the course of an infrastructure project.
• Due diligence: Our lawyers conduct due diligence on infrastructure projects to identify and mitigate legal risks, including regulatory and contractual risks.
• Public-private partnerships (PPP): Our firm has extensive experience advising clients on PPPs, including negotiating concession agreements, managing regulatory compliance, and resolving disputes.

Our team of lawyers has deep knowledge of the legal frameworks governing infrastructure projects in Sub-Saharan Africa. We have experience working with various laws and regulations, including:

• Environmental regulations: We help the client to comply with environmental laws and regulations, including those related to air quality, water quality, and waste management.
• Labour laws: We advise clients on labour laws and regulations to ensure their projects comply with local labour standards and promote safe working conditions.
• Construction regulations: Our team help clients navigate complex construction regulations to ensure their projects meet the required standards.
• Procurement regulations: We provide guidance on procurement regulations, including bidding and tendering processes, to help clients win government contracts for infrastructure projects.

Our firm is committed to helping clients achieve their infrastructure project goals in Sub-Saharan Africa. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you navigate the legal complexities of infrastructure projects in Sub-Saharan Africa.