MMAKS is a full-service corporate firm and is a member of the Africa Legal Network. The firm has a presence in 15 African countries and a regional office in Dubai. The firm is strong in banking and finance and serves clients in financial services.
MMAKS advocates acted as lead counsel for the Office of the Auditor General on a special audit of the Lease and Assignment Agreement between Umeme Limited and Uganda Electricity Distribution Company Limited, which was
coming to an end. The team determined the buy-out amount
due to Umeme Limited at the expiry of the Concession,
established financial liability owed by either party, verified the completeness of the electricity distribution network assets, and
established any outstanding legal non-compliance and associated liability by Umeme Limited to the Government of Uganda. The project was completed in March 2025 and was led by Fiona Davies Nalwanga and Godwin Kakande.
The firm is also
advising Olea Insurance Solutions Africa,
seeks to
purchase all the issued shares in Marsh Insurance Brokers Limited, resulting in the amalgamation of Olea Uganda Limited and Marsh Uganda.
Acting as lead counsel for the client, the firm is involved in reviewing and advising on the share purchase agreement and the regulatory approvals involved, as well as obtaining approvals from the ministries of government. The transaction is currently ongoing and led by partner Fiona Davies Nalwanga.
Standard Bank; Standard Chartered Bank; Inspired Group; BlackRock Inc.; Olea Insurance Solutions Africa
“They were responsive and solution oriented.” (Banking & Finance)
“Fred
Sseyonga
was helpful in providing
very helpful solutions to the practical challenges. He was available and reliable.” (Banking & Finance)
