Navigating the legal and economic complexities of African projects: disputes arising from the financial landscape, sustainability concerns and ESG considerations

Speakers

• Poupak Anjomshoaa, Partner – DWF
• Amaechi Nsofor, Partner, Head of Africa – Grant Thornton UK
• Paul Cliff, Partner – Grant Thornton UK
• Solomon Ebere, Partner – DWF
• Seye Opasanya, SAN , Partner – Olaniwun Ajayi
• Mitchell Aghatise, Senior Associate – Olaniwun Ajayi

• Spaces: 60
• Venue: Sun Street Hotel, 5-15 Sun Street, EC2A 2EP

What this session will cover

Join our expert panel as they delve into the complexities involved in mining critical minerals essential for the energy transition and developing renewable energy projects crucial for decarbonisation, and the challenges created by foreign exchange issues.

Engage in a fireside chat with leading experts in mining, energy, ESG and finance in Africa, as we explore:

1. The critical role of African mining and energy projects in the global energy transition and decarbonisation efforts.
2. Sustainability and ESG concerns, along with the myriad other challenges faced by stakeholders investing in or developing these projects, leading to disputes.
3. Considerations for valuing losses when projects encounter difficulties and disputes arise.
4. The additional complications and disputes arising from foreign exchange issues, particularly for African respondents in international arbitrations.
5. Practical steps to address and resolve these challenges.