UGANDA Law and Practice Contributed by: Onyango Owor, Miriam Babirye Kaggwa and Namugera Joel Peter, Onyango & Company Advocates
Onyango & Company Advocates is a leading full- service law firm in Uganda, with offices in Kampala and Kabale, and a network of partner firms in Kenya, Rwanda, Mauritius, Angola and beyond. The lawyers’ combination of corporate knowledge and legal ex- perience enables them to provide relevant counsel to clients in many lines of business. With expertise in energy, infrastructure and real estate, the firm has successfully advised on various projects and, as a result, works closely with companies, investors, con- struction companies and project developers. Its 20-
plus skilled lawyers and consultants have expertise in corporate and commercial matters and tax law, and they guide clients, including multinationals and SMEs, through M&A processes with innovative, cli- ent-focused solutions. The firm’s cross-border know- how, combined with its close ties with regulatory in- stitutions, ensures seamless regulatory navigation, making it a trusted partner for developers, compa- nies and construction firms within the energy and in- frastructure sector.
Authors
Onyango Owor is the founding partner of Onyango & Company Advocates, and has advised on investments related to energy and infrastructure projects for over 20 years. He has significant experience
Miriam Babirye Kaggwa is the managing partner of Onyango & Company Advocates, and has over 15 years’ experience advising on corporate M&A, real estate projects, and renewable energy projects. She
of regulatory developments and their potential impact on existing or new business within the energy and infrastructure sector. Having advised on major infrastructure projects and FDI, Onyango maintains a close client relationship with market- leading national, regional and international project developers, financers, and investors, who strongly value his economic understanding of projects and market entry. Onyango also has unique insight into Chinese business culture, enhancing his global perspective.
has extensive experience advising national and international clients in M&A deals and corporate restructuring, ensuring seamless outcomes across different sectors. Miriam maintains a strong relationship with clients which, combined with her legal expertise across different sectors, makes her a trusted adviser.
Namugera Joel Peter is an associate at Onyango & Company Advocates. His practice focuses on corporate and commercial law, with expertise in
energy and infrastructure, M&A, corporate governance, and the establishment of companies in Uganda for both national and international clients. Joel has experience in drafting and reviewing transactional documents across various sectors, tailored to the needs of each client, as well as advising on decarbonisation projects within the energy sector.
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