Department profile
Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

Corporate/M&A

Global Guide 2026 : Kenya


Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

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CDH's Corporate & Corporate practice is known for its depth of expertise in advising on mergers within regulated sectors in Kenya, including healthcare, financial services, insurance, banking and energy. We lead work on some of the most significant transactions taking place in a range of highly regulated and rapidly evolving sectors in Kenya/ These include the renewable energy sector; the fintech sector; and the environmental/recyclables industry. We are often called to advise on transactions that promise to revolutionise sectors as a whole in Kenya is a clear confirmation of our status as market-leading counsel in this field. We work on some of the most cutting-edge fintech transactions taking place in Kenya, the year-round. We are able to demonstrate our ability to creatively and innovatively provide comprehensive legal advice, across multiple jurisdictions, as well as a depth of bench to enable multiple transactions to be carried out at the same time. Our firm provides on the ground assistance across the African continent and globally. We handle a wide range of cross-border transactions spanning Kenya, Rwanda, Mauritius, Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, the UK, and Norway, among others. Our Africa practice brings together the resources and expertise of leading business law firms across the continent that have direct experience acting for governments, state agencies and multi-national organisations. 

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Corporate/M&A - Kenya

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (Kieti Law LLP) is an established outfit housing a solid corporate team. The firm is regularly instructed by international private equity and venture capital funds on their investments, with notable recent work within the energy sector. The team has extensive experience concerning acquisitions and is also well versed in assisting with the negotiation of exits from investments.

Work Highlights

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  • Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr advised BasiGo, a Kenyan electric bus company, on its series A equity investment round, valued at up to USD42 million.

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Njeri Wagacha
    Band 3Njeri Wagacha

    Njeri Wagacha

    Njeri Wagacha is a well-regarded practitioner who has a growing reputation in Kenya. She regularly advises clients on the acquisition and sale of significant shareholdings within companies across multiple sectors. She is experienced in handling cross-border transactions.

    • I really like her matter-of-fact approach. She is always truly advocating for us. I have a lot of confidence in her work and that of her team.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
    • Njeri is an excellent lawyer.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal
  • Band 3Sammy Ndolo
    Band 3Sammy Ndolo

    Sammy Ndolo

    Sammy Ndolo frequently advises clients on cross-border acquisitions. In addition, he has experience in negotiating shareholder agreements and divestments. He often acts on matters within the energy and manufacturing sectors.

    • Sammy Ndolo is super-responsive. His advice is on-point, he is practical and always able to offer a view on what works.

      Corporate/M&A respondentGlobal

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