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Corporate/M&A & Private Equity - Africa-wide
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What the team is known for

White & Case operates a well-resourced Africa practice. With notable depth in London and Paris, the firm also has impressive capabilities in Johannesburg and Cairo. It is regularly active on healthcare and pharma transactions, but of late the firm has been especially active on tech-related deals, including in the areas of fintech and e-commerce. The department advises African corporations and international clients on M&A, investments and matters of OHADA law. Additionally, it has a strong client following of international PE houses and financial institutions.

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  • White & Case partners in London and Johannesburg jointly acted for A.P. Moller Capital on its 100% acquisition of South African logistics operator Vector Logistics.

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Notable Practitioners

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Kenneth Barry
Kenneth Barry
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Ken Barry is a member of the London private equity team and is regularly instructed on high-value African transactions. He has wide-ranging experience acting for some of the world's largest private equity houses, assisting with deals in sectors such as telecoms and pharma.

"Ken is an outstanding commercial lawyer with a cool, calm approach."

"He demonstrates excellent leadership and a depth of experience."

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Kenneth Barry
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