At Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, oil and gas work remains a key area of instruction for the energy team, which continues to handle M&A, project finance, PPAs, IPP procurement and construction contracts pertaining to embedded and large-scale power generation projects. Infrastructure expert Andrew van Niekerk jointly leads the practice with Megan Rodgers, who specialises in upstream oil and gas matters. Tessa Brewis brings experience in handling M&A and project development matters in relation to renewable energy projects. Anita Moolman advises on public-private partnerships and public sector procurement matters. Amore Carstens also stands out for her contributions.

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  • 'Andrew van Niekerk and Tessa Brewis are brilliant in their field.'

Key clients

  • Eco (Atlantic) Oil and Gas
  • The National Petroleum Corporation of Namibia (NAMCOR)
  • Cennergi (Exxaro Energy)
  • Lephalale Solar Project (LSP)
  • Africa Energy Corp
  • Searcher Seismic
  • Newcastle Energy
  • FATA EPC
  • Scatec
  • AMEA Power
  • Daystar Power
  • Puma Energy
  • Go Solr
  • Arcelor Mittal
  • Serengeti Energy
  • Sasol Africa
  • Richard Bay Gas Power 2
  • Metier Investment and Advisory Services
  • Old Mutual Life Assurance Company (South Africa)
  • African Clean Energy Developments
  • Energy Infrastructure Management Services

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Megan Rodgers, Andrew van Niekerk

Other key lawyers

Tessa Brewis, Anita Moolman, Amore Carstens