Financial Institutions in Africa

Financial Institutions in Africa

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Regional Capabilities

Dentons has been present in Africa since 1964 and a key component of our practice is the work we do for financial institutions that are based in or investing into Africa. With an extensive and well-established network of offices and associated firms throughout Africa, we work with a wide array of institutions of every size, focus and region.

Whether working with local, regional or multinational financial institutions, we appreciate the needs of all parties to the transactions that we advise on. Our lawyers have handled deals spanning the entire continent. From banks and insurance companies to trading houses and credit payment providers, we advise on regulation, litigation, capital markets, cards and payments, distressed situations and much more.

We are recognized internationally for our depth of understanding of the legal complexities that exist for investors seeking to put money to work in Africa, and for those on the ground looking to access capital. Our extensive deal experience working for both borrowers and lenders in the region allows us to give our clients deep insights into market trends. Our extensive knowhow on the workings of the worldwide financial services industry helps us bring global innovations to the African market.

The depth of our African financial institutions expertise sets us apart from many other law firms. We have market-leading teams handling the most complex and innovative financings, fundraisings, transactions and disputes, and advising many of the region’s most significant players. We also have the ability to tap into our global network of leading lawyers in the world’s top financial centers on all manner of issues facing banks and other financial institutions, delivering sophisticated cross-border representation.

Recognition

Dentons in South Africa shines at the Legal Era Africa Law Awards 2025

June 4, 2025

Dentons South Africa is proud to announce its outstanding performance at the Annual Legal Era Africa Law Awards 2025, held on 29 May 2025, where the firm was recognised with three major awards celebrating individual and team excellence in the legal profession.

Dentons South Africa recognized by Best Lawyers 2021

November 19, 2020

Best Lawyers ® have recognized Dentons South Africa for its remarkable contribution to the local legal industry as part of Best Lawyers 2021.

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