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Bowmans

Real Estate

Global Guide 2026 : Kenya

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Our Commercial Property Practice is best known for representing the interests of banks, developers and listed and unlisted property funds in financing the acquisitions, disposal and development of commercial, industrial and retail real estate across Africa.

We have expert knowledge in negotiating and structuring lease and development lease agreements for both landlords and tenants in the commercial, industrial and retail sectors.

We are also actively involved in real estate due diligence investigations which form part of larger corporate due diligence processes for both sellers and purchasers in mergers, acquisitions and renewable energy projects.

Members of our team regularly represent the interests of one or more parties involved in the most prominent commercial property transactions in the country.

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Real Estate - Kenya

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Bowmans houses an esteemed real estate department equipped to support infrastructure, office, retail, hospitality and residential developers across the full gamut of real estate matters in Kenya. The team possesses expertise in compulsory land purchases and special economic zones, as well as handling high value asset transactions. The group frequently negotiates commercial leases and demonstrates specialisms in construction disputes and conservancy. The team has been involved in some of the largest master-planned development projects in Kenya.

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Work Highlights

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  • Bowmans advised Inzovu Promotion Limited on its subcontracting agreements for the Inzovu Mall in Rwanda, a mixed-use development which will include a four-star hotel, retail centre and offices.

Strengths

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  • Bowmans demonstrates responsiveness, a deep talent pool, a high degree of professionalism and a proactive and practical approach to legal services.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

  • Bowmans demonstrates the ability to provide seamless services across various matters and jurisdictions.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

  • The firm is well established, well equipped and experienced to handle complex legal matters, and I would consider it to be one of the leading law firms in Kenya as well as the East African region.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

  • Bowmans will happily act as a one-shop stop even for deals stretching across several jurisdictions. The firm responds promptly and has frequent follow-ups to ensure deals are closed within the set timelines.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Paras Shah
    Paras Shah

    Paras Shah

    Paras Shah has a versatile skill set and a diverse practice which sees him regularly handle matters in the real estate space. He is frequently instructed to advise on conveyancing issues and has a wealth of experience concerning property acquisition and disposition.

    • Paras Shah is one of the most commercially sound and practical lawyers in the region.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • Paras Shah is commercially-minded, always looking to get the deal over the line and nice to work with.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal
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  • Alex Njage
    Alex Njage

    Alex Njage

    Alex Njage handles the full gamut of real estate matters, assisting foreign investors and conservation groups with land and property acquisitions, and helping developers with various commercial, residential and industrial projects. He also has experience advising on urban planning matters.

    • Alex Njage provides well-reasoned responses to queries.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • Alex has a particularly strong understanding of our sector.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • Alex Njage is very knowledgeable, easily reachable and provides advice to a point where you feel he is part of your business.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal
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  • Cornelius Kigera
    Cornelius Kigera

    Cornelius Kigera

    Cornelius Kigera is noted for his experience in handling the sale and purchase of land as well as advising on property acquisitions. He is also well placed to assist developers with commercial projects.

    • Cornelius Kigera is an astute legal mind with a wealth of experience.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal
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  • Simon Kiriba
    Simon Kiriba

    Simon Kiriba

    Based in the firm's Nairobi office, Simon Kiriba is experienced in providing assistance to clients in relation to land and property sale and purchase. He is additionally skilled at handling construction matters.

    • Simon Kiriba's advice is sound and very useful.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • Simon Kiriba is a well-experienced practitioner.

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