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Sub-Saharan Africa

M&A
New hires were made across the corporate, PE, finance and regulatory practices in Johannesburg, London and Houston
Yinka Edu, who heads the banking and finance practice at Udo Udoma and Belo-Osagie, describes how Nigeria’s evolving economic landscape has presented challenges and opportunities for the firm
M&A
The Lagos-based lawyer explains why the true craft of a successful M&A lawyer lies in foreseeing pitfalls, deploying creative solutions and being proactive
Olaniwun Ajayi’s Yewande Senbore reflects on a challenging year for the Nigerian economy and the importance of mentorship in her work
ESG
Shamilah Grimwood-Norley explores the impact of the US' energy transition reversal on Africa and how the firm is helping its clients to rise to the challenge
The shortlist for the Africa Awards 2025 is out - winners will be revealed in Cape Town on March 27
M&A
The Lagos-based PE lawyer reflects on her love for fashion, why pro bono work remains close to her heart and her leadership role at the Nigerian Bar Association
M&A
Folake Elias-Adebowale of Nigerian law firm Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie explains why her role has kept her on her toes as many deals feel like a race against time
Sponsored

Sponsored

  • Sponsored by Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
    Before signing an M&A deal, many parties agree to try to settle any dispute in good faith before turning to the courts. Uzoma Azikiwe, Festus Onyia and John Aga of Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie look at how these agreements are treated
  • Sponsored by Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie
    Onyinye Okafor, Joseph Eimunjeze and Adedolapo Akinola of Udo Udoma & Belo-Osagie review the efforts being made to modernise the corporate finance sector and encourage activity
  • Sponsored by Bowmans
    John Syekei, Eddah Kiai and Rose Njeru from Bowmans analyse the security and data handling issues that impact fintech activity in Kenya
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