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Kaplan & Stratton

Banking & Finance

Global Guide 2026 : Kenya

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Kaplan & Stratton

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The Banking and Finance team's experience and ability to get a transaction done is widely recognised in the market. The team have been instructed by most international DFIs and major banking institution in the country and have handled a number of: local and international bank syndications; been involved in the development of the listed bond market in Kenya; commercial paper programmes; and other medium term note issues.

Of the several notable matters they advised on includes the multibillion USD sovereign bond listed on the London Stock Exchange. The team is also active in the aircraft leasing and finance space representing significant market players like Kenya Airways and Air Kenya.

The team is led by partner Ruth Kirunga who is recognised as a ‘highly regarded’ lawyer by IFLR 1000 in this practice area.

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Clients (5)

  • IFC
  • Stanbic Bank Kenya
  • Export Import Bank of China
  • African Export-Import Bank
  • Agence Française de Développement

Industries (4)

  • Infrastructure
  • Energy
  • Aviation
  • Financial Services

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Banking & Finance - Kenya

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
Kaplan & Stratton has an accomplished banking group fielding well-established finance and lending expertise. The team is frequently engaged by an assortment of domestic and global stakeholders, including DFIs, corporates and international law firms. It has proven ability handling a range of issues including project finance, the granting of facilities and asset finance.
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Work Highlights

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  • Kaplan & Stratton acted for Standard Bank on a USD350 million refinancing facility provided to Crossboundary Energy Kenya for the purposes of expanding its renewable energy portfolio.

Strengths

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  • The Kaplan & Stratton team are experienced, committed and dedicated. They have a strong grounding in the law and market conditions, which positions them well to tackle complex matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Ruth Kirunga
    Ruth Kirunga

    Ruth Kirunga

    Ruth Kirunga enjoys a solid reputation in the Kenyan market, with an impressive track record of acting for international DFIs and investment banks. Her experience is notable in the area of project finance, and she also has significant proficiency in aviation finance and commercial lending.

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