Capital Markets
Global Guide 2024 : Africa-wide
Band 3
Contact number
+44 20 7283 6000Chambers Review
Norton Rose Fulbright has a widely respected Africa group that possesses deep experience in high-value, cross-border transactions as well as wide-ranging expertise in both equity and debt capital markets. The firm is well known for its representation of sovereigns, major banking bodies and big-name corporations operating in Africa. The group offers considerable strength across the continent through its offices in South Africa and Morocco, as well as through its affiliates in Burundi, Kenya, Uganda and Zimbabwe. The firm's African capabilities are further augmented by its renowned global network of offices.
Work Highlights
- Norton Rose Fulbright counselled the Republic of Angola on matters of English and US federal law pertaining to its global debt programme and a new sovereign bond issuance valued at USD1.75 billion
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"It is a very strong team which is knowledgeable and has excellent communication skills."
"The Norton Rose Fulbright team is experienced and has a strong ability to handle complex matters."
"It is a very strong team which is knowledgeable and has excellent communication skills."
"The Norton Rose Fulbright team is experienced and has a strong ability to handle complex matters."
Notable Practitioners
Head of debt capital markets Peter Young is known for his work assisting with the issuance of green bonds. He has a strong sovereign client following and maintains a practice that encompasses bond restructuring mandates as well as note issuances. He is based in London.