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Projects & Energy - Africa-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Hunton Andrews Kurth is an established name well known for its representation of governments and state utilities in power sector development and strategy, notably involving the rollout of IPP frameworks. The team has keen experience in the renewables space, including off-grid energy matters. The firm demonstrates particular expertise in power purchase agreements, as well as acting for international financial institutions on their involvement in state-run programmes across Africa. With further experience in infrastructure and PPP mandates, as well as project financing and O&M concessions, the team demonstrates strong a geographic reach across the continent, with particular activity in East and West Africa.

Work Highlights

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  • Hunton Andrews Kurth acted for KOKO Networks on a USD50 million structured receivables financing from Rand Merchant Bank and other financial institutions, which related to future carbon credit revenue from the sale of bioethanol cooking stoves in Kenya.

Strengths

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They are solution-focused and commercial, but also excellent technical lawyers who can really give you the edge if things get difficult or contentious.

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Their customer service is unparalleled. The team are consistently professional, timely and responsive throughout transactions, which are completed in a rapid time frame.

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The commercial pragmatism of the team is highly valuable when negotiating project restructurings and settlements.

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Notable Practitioners

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Ryan Ketchum
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Ryan Ketchum
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London-based Ryan Ketchum adeptly handles infrastructure and energy projects across southern Africa. He is often sought out by government entities to advise on the full gamut of mandates, including development and project financing.

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