We key area of focus is the power & energy sector. Ethiopia is a country that is power-thirsty thus, with huge potential and opportunity for companies engaged in the generation of power such as hydro, wind, geothermal, and solar power.

Our office assists clients in the field to pursue their strategic objectives and help them to fulfill the legal requirements needed to form a company and operate in Ethiopia. Our Ethiopian Law Office is fully capacitated with young and prominent lawyers to support both public and private institutions engaged in the energy sector.
Our legal support in the field includes areas such as investments, M&A and strategic joint ventures, finance raising and funds, project development and construction, disputes including litigation and arbitration.

Some of the advisory and representation legal services our lawyers provide in this regard include:

Assist or advise companies from the initial stage on investment, company registration and licensing, permits, employment, tax, capital registration, on power generation, transmission and distribution compliance requirements, land and right of way contracts, financing, employment, and enforcement of judgments Providing comprehensive jurisdictional analysis and due diligence reports on the power and energy sector in Ethiopia. Drafting and reviewing (Power Purchasing Agreements) PPAs and negotiating the terms of PPAs with the relevant government authorities.

Advice on loan access and viability of projects, social and environmental impact assessments requirements, and community and corporate social responsibility obligations. Assist companies with legal support in reviewing project financing agreements including loan agreements, pledge and mortgage agreements, lender direct agreements, and insurance policies. Collaborate with key regulatory agencies and state-owned public enterprises for project development and execution.