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Global Guide 2023
Namibia General Business Law
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4 Ranked Lawyers

About

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ENSafrica Namibia is a full service law firm with offices in Windhoek, Swakopmund and Walvis Bay.

Our dedicated team of lawyers is able to advise you on a broad range of matters across the legal spectrum, not only in Namibia, but also in the rest of Africa and internationally.

Because we understand the legal, regulatory and economic context of doing business in Namibia, against the background of increased growth and development across the continent, we are able to guide you through any challenges which your business may face.

We are especially renowned for our work in mining, energy (including oil and gas), banking and finance, dispute resolution, employment, aviation, shipping, and regulatory / administrative law.

Recent work highlights:

  • Landmark case in which the Namibian Association of Medical Aid Funds challenged the jurisdiction of the Namibian Competition Commission.
  • Aquisition of the Uis Tin Project by AfriTin Mining and the listing of Bushveld Minerals on the AIM market of the London Stock Exchange.
  • 5 MW photovoltaic solar plant to be developed by Ejuva One Solar Energy and Ejuva Two Solar Energy, holding licences under the Namibia Renewable Energy Feed-In Tariff programme.
  • Competition law advise to Hollard Insurance Namibia, as well as advice on the Namibian regulatory environment and new legislation affecting the insurance sector and corporate governance.



Chambers Review

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General Business Law - Namibia
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What the team is known for

ENSafrica is widely regarded as a market leader in Namibia. The firm's all-encompassing expertise covers issues ranging from M&A and investments to insolvency, regulatory compliance, IP and dispute resolution. It is frequently employed as local counsel by international counterparts and also benefits from its pan-African platform.

Work Highlights

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  • The team advised The Micro Lenders Association of Namibia on new legislation and regulatory matters.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Wolf Wohlers
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Wolf Wohlers is a market-leading practitioner with a wealth of experience in a range of corporate transactions, including M&A, PE investments and joint venture agreements. He is particularly active in the energy and infrastructure sectors, assisting with inbound investments and acquisitions, as well as interactions with government agencies.

"Wolf Wohlers has an in-depth understanding of Namibian law and how this applies to corporate considerations."

"He is good in technical aspects."

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Hartmut Ruppel
Head of General Business Law
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Executive chairperson of the firm in Namibia, Hartmut Ruppel provides a suite of transactional and regulatory services. His clientele includes pension funds, insurers and retail companies.

"Hartmut Ruppel is outstanding at what he does."

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Karin Malherbe
Associates to watch

Karin Malherbe is particularly noted for her IP expertise, advising on filing, prosecution and litigation, as well as transactional IP. Her experience also encompasses corporate acquisitions and restructuring.

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Charles Visser
Spotlight

Charles Visser is well recognised in Namibia for the strength of his contentious practice. He provides counsel and representation to a host of companies in commercial proceedings, both litigation and arbitration.

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General Business Law

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Wolf Wohlers
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Hartmut Ruppel
Head of General Business Law
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Karin Malherbe
Associates to watch
General Business Law: Dispute Resolution

Charles Visser
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