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Global: Bowmans set for growth with Partner Promotions

05 March 2026 by Bowmans

Pre-eminent African law firm Bowmans has announced the promotion of three of its senior associates to partner, effective 1 March 2026. Two of these people are based in the firm’s Dar es Salaam office, reflecting the continued growth of Bowmans Tanzania.
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South Africa: Bowmans recognised for advising on South Africa’s most significant transactions

20 February 2026 by Bowmans - South Africa

Johannesburg, Pre-eminent African law firm Bowmans was recognised for its role advising on South Africa’s largest and most impactful transactions at the DealMakers Awards ceremony held in Johannesburg last night (19 February 2026).
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South Africa: Leading technology lawyer, Robby Coelho, joins Bowmans in another strategic partner appointment

23 January 2026 by Bowmans - South Africa

Pre-eminent African law firm Bowmans has appointed Robby Coelho, technology lawyer and award-winning entrepreneur, as a partner in its Cape Town office with effect from 1 January 2026.
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South Africa: Bowmans makes another strategic partner appointment, this time in the technology sector

01 December 2025 by Bowmans - South Africa

Johannesburg, Pre-eminent African law firm Bowmans has appointed Justin Ramages as a partner in its Johannesburg office M&A Practice with effect from 1 December 2025.
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Global: CDH Africa Corporate Guide

28 November 2025 by Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

Africa is at an inflection point. Once cast as a high-risk frontier, the continent is increasingly recognised as a region of scale, potential, and strategic priority. Growth forecasts, demographic trends, and shifts in global capital appetite all signal the same transformation that Africa is moving from the periphery of investment strategy into its center.
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South Africa: CDH acted as counsel to IDC, advising on all aspects of the bond issuance

18 November 2025 by Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

The transaction, which raised ZAR 2,046 billion against an initial target of ZAR 1,5 billion, garnered significant investor interest, reflecting strong confidence in the IDC’s mandate and strategic objectives.
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CDH acted as lead legal advisor on the establishment of the Anthem

06 November 2025 by Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

CDH acted as lead legal advisor on the establishment of the Anthem integrated renewable energy platform, one of South Africa's largest Independent Power Producers, and the introduction of Mahlako Energy Fund and Norfund as investors.

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South Africa: Commercial property expert Ernest Maboko returns to Bowmans as a partner

01 October 2025 by Bowmans - South Africa

Johannesburg - Pre-eminent African law firm Bowmans has appointed commercial property lawyer Ernest Maboko as a partner in its Johannesburg office Commercial Property Practice
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South Africa: CDH acts for Metier through its capital growth fund, MCGF III MU Investments

29 September 2025 by Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

CDH acted for Metier through its capital growth fund, MCGF III MU Investments, in its successful investment in Watu Holdings Limited, a microfinance institution that empowers underserved communities across Africa by providing affordable credit for motorcycles, three-wheelers, and smartphones.
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Global: Bowmans wins African Legal Award for Property and Construction Team of the Year

12 September 2025 by Bowmans - Global

Pre-eminent African law firm Bowmans has once again been recognised for its deep understanding of the continent’s regulatory environment and contribution in solving its most complex legal challenges.
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