Bowmans sets the pace in novel infrastructure and project development particularly in the energy sector, assisting a range of domestic and foreign investors and developers. Portfolio acquisition, PPPs, investment proposals, infrastructure development, and energy transitions count among the practice’s key strengths. Highly regarded for his work on renewable energy deals and project financing, Aleem Tharani leads the practice, with support from Edwin Baru, whose work in C&I power projects, PPPs, energy transition, and procurement matters earned him a partner promotion in March 2023, and Matthew Arrumm, who has strong project finance credentials.
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‘Excellent work. Availability of senior team members and partners on engagements. Practical and commercial approach.’
‘The Bowmans team comprises highly qualified lawyers, with deep experience in their field and a robust network in Kenya. The firm is also commercial and pragmatic in its approach, which makes the overall experience of working with Bowmans very enjoyable.’
‘The Bowmans team members are approachable, knowledgeable and very commercial as well. Aleem Tharani in particular provides excellent leadership and steering in legal assignments. His personal experience and track record is commendable and very valuable to clients like us.’
Key clients
- Africa50, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited
- Globeleq Africa Limited
- Shandong Hi-Speed Group
- Hass Infrastructure
- GVR Infrastructure
- Frontier Energy II Alpha K/S
- Frontier Energy II Beta K/S
- Rumuruti Solar Generation Limited
- Milele Power Limited
- Fortescue Future Industries
- IBL Energy Holdings Ltd
- Selu Limited
Work highlights
- Acted as lead advisors to Africa50 and Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, who have been mandated by the Government of Kenya to develop, structure, finance and build certain high priority transmission lines on a Public Private Partnership basis in collaboration with the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO), the national electricity transmission utility.
- Assisted Globeleq Africa with closing the purchase of the 35MW geothermal power plant located in the Menengai geothermal project area from Quantum Power East Africa Limited.
- Advised Frontier Energy on all aspects of the development and financing of two captive solar systems, 6.9MW in Athi River and 20.3MW Mombasa, for Bamburi Cement.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Rising stars with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Aleem Tharani