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Webber Wentzel

Investment Funds

Global Guide 2026 : Africa-wide


Webber Wentzel

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Investment Funds - Africa-wide

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What the Team is Known For

Webber Wentzel is a top-tier South African law firm noted for the high calibre of its lawyers and its frequent roles in market-leading transactions. The team in Johannesburg acts for a roster of pre-eminent African fund managers on the structuring and implementation of investment platforms. A regular feature of its work in this space is the formation of funds with developmental and climate-oriented impact goals.

Strengths

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  • The Webber Wentzel team are highly skilled and have a great depth of knowledge and expertise.

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  • Webber Wentzel always takes a solution-driven approach.

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  • Webber Wentzel’s strength lies in its ability to combine deep technical expertise with highly commercial, solutions-driven advice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Nicole Paige
    Band 1Nicole Paige

    Nicole Paige

    Johannesburg-based Nicole Paige has an excellent reputation in the investment funds field, focusing on fund formation and structuring. Her impressive roster of clients features a myriad of private equity and venture capital houses targeting investments across Africa. Her work includes assisting with the formation and closing of female-owned funds as well as funds focused on renewable energy.

  • Band 2Ashford Nyatsumba
    Band 2Ashford Nyatsumba

    Ashford Nyatsumba

    Ashford Nyatsumba represents a variety of asset managers and private equity groups throughout Africa, primarily acting on the formation and establishment of Africa-focused private equity funds. His experience spans a wide range of asset classes and industries, including infrastructure, healthcare and venture capital.

    • Ashford is responsive, proactive and a clear communicator.

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    • Ashford Nyatsumba is exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable.

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Ranked Individuals at Webber Wentzel (2)

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