Here’s a glimpse into how Ubuntu Legal can empower you across the business sector
Aviation
With the excellence and growth rate of the Middle East’s aviation industry and Africa’s rapidly growing aviation industry, there is increasing investments in Africa and this demands specialized legal support. We guide airlines, aircraft manufacturers, air cargo transporters, airports, civil aviation authorities, and aviation service providers to effective deal with regulatory compliance, licensing, and complex commercial transactions. We advising on regulatory compliance, due diligence, aircraft financing, leasing, contract negotiation, aviation insurance, cross border operations, and dispute resolution. In the Middle East, a hub for global travel, we advise on aircraft financing, leasing, and cross-border operations.
Banking & Financial Institutions
We assist clients navigate the evolving complex financial landscape of Africa and the Middle East with our expertise in financial regulations, Islamic finance, asset finance, debt collection, capital markets, mergers & acquisitions, and structuring of innovative financing solutions for banks, insurance companies, and asset managers.
Consumer & Retail
We guide your expansion into these dynamic markets, ensuring compliance with consumer protection laws, data privacy regulations, intellectual property protection, and e-commerce regulatory frameworks.
Energy
From traditional resources to renewable energy solutions, whether you’re a multinational oil & gas company or a developer of renewable energy projects, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities in both regions and we provide comprehensive legal support for energy companies operating across Africa and the Middle East and help clients navigate the evolving energy landscape, advising on project development, financing, regulatory compliance, and cross-border transactions in oil & gas, renewables, and power generation.
Entertainment, Media and Arts
The world of entertainment, media and arts is a whirlwind of creativity, collaboration, and commerce. We understand the intricate legal landscape that underpins this vibrant industry. Our team provides comprehensive legal services to a wide range of clients across these industries, from established players to rising stars. We help you navigate the legalities of Intellectual Property, Contracts & Negotiations, Financing & Investment, Corporate & Business Transactions, Digital Media & Technology, Employment & Labour, Regulatory Compliance, Dispute Resolution & Litigation. Whether you’re a musician, filmmaker, screenwriter, actor, producer, media house, or entrepreneur, we have the legal expertise to empower your success.
Commercial Gaming
As the commercial gaming industry expands in Africa and the Middle East looks to begin issuing licenses in the sector, we offer legal guidance on set up, licensing, regulatory compliance, and responsible business practices.
Infrastructure, Transportation & Logistics
We facilitate the development of vital infrastructure projects in Africa, advising on project finance, public-private partnerships, procurement, logistics, construction law, and regulatory hurdles.
Maritime
Our maritime law specialists ensure smooth sailing for shipping companies, ports, and other maritime stakeholders by providing legal support in areas like cargo carriage, marine insurance, and admiralty law. We ensure smooth sailing for your maritime operations, advising on shipping regulations, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution.
Mining & Metals
With the world looking to unlock the potential of Africa’s vast mineral resources, our legal expertise assists clients navigate the complexities of the mining sector, assisting with exploration & development, licensing, environmental compliance, and international trade regulations.
Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
As Africa and Middle East’s healthcare sectors flourish, we assist pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and healthcare providers in navigating the complexities of compliance with healthcare regulations, advise on intellectual property rights, data privacy, and navigate market access challenges in the growing healthcare sector.
Private Equity
We empower private equity firms to invest confidently in Africa and the Middle East with our expertise. We structure and negotiate private equity investments, conduct due diligence, deal structuring, regulatory compliance, and advise on exit strategies.
Real Estate
Our real estate team guides investors, developers, and property owners through complex land ownership structures, facilitate acquisitions and developments, construction legal aspects, and ensure compliance with real estate regulations.
Sovereigns
We collaborate with governments and state-owned enterprises across Africa and the Middle East, providing legal counsel on infrastructure development projects, public procurement, public-private partnerships, and international trade agreements.
Sports
The African and Middle Eastern sports landscape is thriving, and we assist sports teams, leagues, and athletes navigate the legal aspects of sports ventures, including professional contracts, sponsorships, intellectual property protection, and regulatory compliance.
Technology
At the forefront of both regions’ technological revolutions, we provide legal support to start-ups, tech companies, and investors in areas like data privacy regulations, technology transactions, fintech regulations, and intellectual property protection in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.