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We are the leading energy, infrastructure and project finance practice in Africa, with extensive experience in the African power sector. We have a particular focus on thermal, hydro and renewable power by Independent Power Producers (IPPs) and incumbent utilities.

Although the market has slowed down considerably in the last year, Bowmans is still receiving the leading projects.

We have advised on successful first-of-a-kind / pathfinder projects:

  • 100MW Gigawatt Gas IPP (Mozambique);
  • South African Department of Energy’s Independent Power Producer Procurement Programmes (renewable energy, coal baseload, co-generation and gas) (REIPPP);
  • Head Office Accommodation PPP (South Africa);
  • Gautrain Rapid Rail Link Project (South Africa);
  • Medupi Coal-Fired Power Station 4800 MW (South Africa);
  • Kusile Coal-Fired Power Station 4800 MW (South Africa); and
  • Ingula Pumped Storage Station 1332 MW (South Africa).

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What the Team is Known For

Bowmans has a highly regarded team which is notably involved in significant infrastructure and oil and gas projects in Kenya. The team services project sponsors and lenders with advice on energy project investments, including with regard to renewable energy. The firm further demonstrates expertise in road and rail infrastructure development. It is additionally adept in upstream and midstream oil and gas, with further proficiency in power purchase agreements and PPP construction.

Work Highlights

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  • Bowmans advised Africa50 and Power Grid Corporation of India on developing, structuring and financing transmission lines as part of a PPP with the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company.

Strengths

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The firm responds promptly to all requests and provides regular follow-ups without prompt. Their client care is top-notch.

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The team are ready to advise and support at every time. They are creative, flexible, available and think outside the box.

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Bowmans has a well-managed team with vast experience and knowledge, and who are also adaptable to client requests.

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They offer a very good balance between legal sensibility and pragmatism, and they do a good job in bridging the commercial perspective with the legal intricacies.

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Bowmans' lawyers are very reliable, responsive and pleasant to work with. They offer great insight and proactiveness.

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Notable Practitioners

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Aleem Tharani is a well-regarded lawyer who has established himself as one of the leading names in the projects and energy field in Kenya. He represents an impressive roster of financiers, project developers and sponsors active on infrastructure and renewable power projects.

Aleem is one of the best structuring lawyers in the projects and energy space and brings extreme amounts of experience.

Aleem Tharani consistently goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional results. His deep understanding of complex legal matters and strategic thinking make him an invaluable service provider.

He is very knowledgeable, proactive in his work and a pleasure to work with.

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