Projects & Energy
Global Guide 2024 : Africa-wide
Band 1
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A leader in the African projects and energy market, Clifford Chance demonstrates top-drawer capability in power, oil and gas, infrastructure and mining. The group is highly adept in supporting sponsors and lenders through the design, building, financing and operation of projects across the continent. Its lawyers possess notable expertise in novel IPP and power mandates across the full array of renewable energy areas, from hydropower to wind, solar and geothermal. The department is also frequently mandated on corporate matters, commercial agreements and international disputes, including significant matters handled on behalf of major mining houses. With key strengths in its Paris and London offices, the firm's clientele includes lenders, sponsors, development finance institutions and major global corporations.
Work Highlights
- The London office of Clifford Chance advised Actis and Mainstream Renewable Power on their sale of Lekela Power - which operates wind farms in South Africa, Egypt and Senegal - to a joint venture owned by the Infinity Group and Masdar.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"They're good at getting us across the line. They give very prompt, very detailed work and are very commercially oriented."
"Clifford Chance have a good knowledge of the market. They understand what we're saying and add value to our discussions."
"They're very, very strong in this area and we like the service they offer."
"They are our go-to international counsel for the region."
"They're good at getting us across the line. They give very prompt, very detailed work and are very commercially oriented."
"Clifford Chance have a good knowledge of the market. They understand what we're saying and add value to our discussions."
"They're very, very strong in this area and we like the service they offer."
"They are our go-to international counsel for the region."
Notable Practitioners
Anthony Giustini is a pre-eminent figure across project development and financing, with an impressive profile for his work in the power and oil and gas sectors. Additionally, he has a wealth of experience representing international lenders. He splits his time between Houston and Paris.
Co-head of the firm's francophone OHADA practice, Paris-based Delphine Siino Courtin is well regarded for her handling of project finance mandates. She is prominent within the renewables sector, with her recent work covering hydropower and solar photovoltaic projects, where she is frequently instructed by international and domestic lenders and sponsors.
"She is very competent and very able."
"Delphine is the one you want on your side."
Global head of energy and natural resources Russell Wells adeptly handles project finance mandates, with a noteworthy presence in the oil and gas sector. Operating out of London, he frequently represents both lenders and sponsors across the southern African regions.
Paris-based Corinne Duvnjak co-heads the francophone Africa team and is regularly active on project finance mandates relating to solar and hydropower projects. She has further experience concerning the financing of infrastructure projects, such as those relating to the construction of roads and airports. She receives especially strong praise for her handling of matters in Cameroon and Côte d'Ivoire.
"She is someone who is very quick and very willing to help."
Ranked Lawyers at
Clifford Chance LLP
Africa-wide