Africa Legal Podcast
The Africa Legal Podcast brings news, views, and insights from across the African legal community. It covers legal developments, interviews with legal professionals, and analysis of key issues affecting the continent. The podcast is produced by Africa Legal, a platform focused on legal news and careers in Africa.
Episodes
Côte d’Ivoire Positions for Growth Amid Global Uncertainty
In a new episode of the Africa Legal podcast, Dr Francky Lukanda, Partner at Ofori Conseils Africa LLP, joins Scott Cowan to discuss how Côte d’Ivoire is strengthening its position as one of Francophone Africa’s leading investment destinations.
The conversation explores the country’s response to global economic disruption through sovereign investment reforms, logistics modernisation and regulator
Women’s Month: Building teams and empowering others
What does it take to go from lawyer to leader in law? In a special episode of the Africa Legal podcast, Webber Wentzel partners Carryn Alexander, Kirsten Wolmarans, and Lumen Moolman chat with Craig Sisterson about taking on new responsibilities, and their visions for the future of their legal practice
Investing in Africa's greener future | With Muzi Kubeka and Pedro Couto and Craig Sisterson
What does the future hold for renewable energy projects in Africa? Ahead of the GC Forum Extractives in Cape Town in February, themed “Energy and Mining - the New Power Couple?”, energy and infrastructure law experts Muzi Kubeka of CMS South Africa and Pedro Couto of CMS Mozambique discuss Africa’s rapidly evolving renewable energy sector and the role it could play in socioeconomic development and
The Journey So Far | Audrey Alevina and Scott Cowan
In the latest episode of the Africa Legal Podcast, Scott Cowan interviews Audrey Alevina, the founding partner of Alevina and Partners, a law firm which started in Gabon and has now extended internationally through Dubai.
In their conversation, Audrey shares her experiences of founding her law firm, overcoming obstacles in the male-dominated legal sector, and expanding into asset management with
Navigating product liability in the health sector with Amala Umeike and Samantha Silver
In this episode of the Africa Legal Podcast, host Craig Sisterson speaks with Amala Umeike, partner at Stren & Blan Partners in Nigeria, and Samantha Silver, partner at Kennedys LLP in London, on Africa’s rapidly growing health and pharmaceutical sectors and evolving product liability law, with a focus on Nigeria.
Amala explains how Africa’s healthcare growth, driven by increased investment and de
Episode 5 of 'Life and Lessons in Law' with James Kamau, Chair, DLA Piper Africa
The O-shaped lawyer and Africa’s legal evolution
In a recent podcast, Scott Cowan and James Kamau explored the concept of the O-shaped lawyer and its impact on Africa’s legal landscape. This model, created by Dan Kayne, emphasises openness, optimism, originality, ownership, and opportunity, and goes beyond traditional legal skills to meet the evolving demands of clients and society.
Kamau, Chair
Episode 4 of 'Life and Lessons in Law' with James Kamau, Chair, DLA Piper Africa
The discussion begins with an overview of ESG and its impact on various business aspects, including environmental sustainability, social responsibility and corporate governance. Kamau explains that ESG is not just a trend, but rather a crucial framework for ensuring long-term business sustainability and ethical operations. He also highlights specific areas where ESG considerations are essential, s
Hogan Lovells General Counsel Series | Episode 2 | Shaping Africa's Green Revolution
In this podcast, host Deepa Vallabh, partner at Hogan Lovells, chats to Javier Zapatero and David Auerbach about the way their business strategy is shaping Africa's green revolution while encompassing climate change, human rights and adherence to laws.
'Real-world solutions to real-world problems' with Eric Gumbo, G & A Advocates
It’s essential for law firms to contribute to the space they’re working in and not just have answers for hypothetical situations. In this podcast, Africa Legal host Craig Sisterson chats to Eric Gumbo about providing real-world solutions to clients.
In Africa’s dynamic and multi-faceted legal landscape, Eric Gumbo emerges as a paragon of collaborative success and relationship building. As a seaso
Ubuntu Mental Health:Overcoming imposter syndrome with Dr Mathero Michelle Nkhalamba
In this third episode of the Ubuntu Mental Health Matters Series with Dr Mathero Michelle Nkhalamba, she speaks with Thomas Pearson about imposter syndrome, a mental health condition facing many in the legal industry.
The competitive nature of the legal profession and the constant need to demonstrate expertise exacerbate feelings of inadequacy, often making even the most skilful lawyer feel like
'Exploring Mali’s evolving mining landscape' with Mamadou Coulibaly, Satis Partners
In this Coffee Break episode, Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson chats to Mamadou Coulibaly, co-founder and managing partner of Satis Partners, about the shift in Mali’s mining regulations.
Recent bold changes to Mali’s mining regulations aim to boost the West African country’s economy while empowering local communities. Mamadou Coulibaly, a seasoned lawyer at Satis Partners sheds light on these changes
'Connecting investors and destinations through financial strategies' with Asafo & Co
In this podcast hosted by Tom Pearson, Jamal Fofana and Benoît Diouf from Asafo & Co. discuss the dynamic and evolving banking and finance sector across Africa.
Leading law firm Asafo & Co. is influencing positive change and growth through its innovative legal and financial strategies and solutions. Jamal Fofana, a founding member of Asafo & Co., has rejoined the firm with his blended experience g
'Navigating Nigeria's Maritime Future with Legal and Economic Insights' feat Stren & Blan Partners
Discover the potential of Nigeria's maritime industry in our featuring Joseph Siyaidon, Esq, MCIArb from Stren & Blan Partners. Joseph explores how legal reforms and economic strategies are set to revolutionise this sector, contributing significantly to Nigeria's GDP. Join us for an insightful journey into the future of maritime opportunities in Nigeria.
'Raising the bar in the Kenyan real estate market' with TripleOKLaw and Hayer One Dec 2023
In this podcast, Tom Pearson chats to Tom Onyango and Chetan Hayer, the experts at the forefront of Kenya’s internationally recognised real estate development, The Marquis.
Leading Kenyan law firm TripleOKLaw LLP has collaborated with Hayer One, a property development company, to deliver a landmark residential property in Nairobi, The Marquis. Recognised for its architectural design, superior bui
Ubuntu Mental Health:Employees’ mental wellbeing is an asset with Dr Mathero Michelle Nkhalamba
In the second episode of the Ubuntu Mental Health Matters Series with Dr Mathero Michelle Nkhalamba, she speaks with Thomas Pearson about self care and coping mechanisms.
There are various ways to mitigate the impact of trauma and help process it safely, says Dr Mathero Michelle Nkhalamba, an esteemed chartered psychologist from Malawi. One of these is through vicarious resilience – listening to
'Reducing REC's Environmental Footprint' with Nicole Gichuhi, ALN Kenya
In this episode of the Breaking Ground, Breaking Barriers podcast series focusing on East Africa’s real estate and construction landscape, Nicole Gichuhi, a partner at ALN Kenya | Anjarwalla & Khanna chats to Tom Pearson about Africa’s development in the sustainability era.
The real estate and construction sector is one of the biggest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions, but sustainability p
Ubuntu Mental Health:Getting to grips with mental health literacy with Dr Mathero Michelle Nkhalamba
In this first episode of this Ubuntu Mental series with Dr Mathero Michelle Nkhalamba speaks with Thomas Pearson about the need for mental health literacy and understanding vicarious trauma.
Traditionally, the legal profession has normalised stress as part of its “tough it out” culture, because talking about mental health matters is considered a sign of weakness. However, overwhelming research ha
Coffee Break ...with Manakore Attorneys - 'Sunshine is good news for energy investors'
In this Coffee Break episode, Jabulani Nhongo chats to Tom Pearson about Zimbabwe’s energy supply structure and the exciting opportunities available to foreign investors.
Zimbabwe is an attractive destination if you’re looking to invest in the energy sector. With 70% of its power being sourced from geothermal and hydroelectric schemes, and a push towards other cleaner alternatives, businesses wil
Episode 3 of 'Life and Lessons in Law' with James Kamau, Chair, DLA Piper Africa
In this third instalment of Life and Lessons in Law with James Kamau, Tom Pearson chats to him about the increasingly blurred lines between law and technology.
James Kamau, chair of DLA Piper Africa and Managing partner of DLA Piper Africa Kenya, IKM Advocates, has a deep-rooted passion for legal development and upskilling Africa’s legal sector services. He agrees that technology has redefined th
Coffee Break ... with Eversheds Sutherland - 'Big firm, wide reach, strong reputation'
In this Coffee Break podcast, Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson chats to John Kemkers, about Eversheds Sutherland’s continental footprint.
With more than 100 legal experts working on Africa-related mandates, and offices in key jurisdictions such as South Africa, Tunisia, Angola, Mozambique and Mauritius, backed by partners and offices in London, Paris, Dubai and New York, Eversheds Sutherland has a glob
'Turning change into opportunity' with Otsile Matlou, ENS
In this podcast, Otsile Matlou chats to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson about the brand refresh at ENS, an African law firm that operates across the eastern, western and southern regions of Africa.
To keep ahead of the changes and developments that are sweeping across the world, ENS (previously ENSafrica) is going through a brand refresh. Otsile Matlou, Chief Operating Officer at ENS, explains that th
'Following the money trail' with RPC Law firm and Grant Thornton LLP
In this podcast, seasoned asset recovery professionals Alan Williams and Amaechi Nsofor discuss how the illicit flow of funds and assets can be recovered and restored to Africa.
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa estimated that last year a whopping $84 billion was lost through the illicit flow of funds from Africa. To put this figure into context, that's reportedly more than all of
'Fostering diversity, equity and inclusion in law' with August Hill & Associates
Milimo Mumbi and Chimwemwe Banda-Bwalya of leading Zambian law firm August Hill and Associates recently shared their views on diversity, equity and inclusion with Africa Legal’s podcast host Thomas Pearson.
August Hill Associate Milimo Mumbi’s outlook on fostering diversity and an inclusive legal environment has been shaped by encounters with people from different ethnic backgrounds, even while a
'User-friendly tech that works for you' with George Njorge from Enfinite Solutions
Legal technology provides a multitude of benefits to lawyers. In this podcast, George Njoroge, a legal tech expert, and Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson explore the evolutions in legal tech and analyse the benefits.
Poor record management is often associated with inefficiency and corruption. To change that, George Njoroge, software expert and engineer, has come up with a technology tool that helps bus
Hogan Lovells General Counsel Series: Ep 1, Part 2 - 'Understanding opportunities and grabbing them'
In Part 2 of Hogan Lovells’ new podcast, The Africa GC Series, three leading GCs from some of the world’s largest corporates share their experience and insights regarding external legal advisors, ESG and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Agreement.
Deepa Vallabh, a partner at international law firm Hogan Lovells, introduces the second episode, in which Hogan Lovells’ former Chair o
'Enhancing Kenya’s private equity and venture capital ecosystem' with Ashitiva Advocates
In this podcast, guests from Ashitiva Advocates LLP, Pinsent Masons and the Nairobi International Financial Centre chat to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson about the three-way collaboration to woo investors to Kenya – the “Silicon Savannah”.
There’s a lot of discussion at the moment around enhancing Kenya’s private investment ecosystem, and the private equity and venture capital roundtable that’s being
Hogan Lovells General Counsel Series: Episode 1, Part 1 - 'Business leaders, legal experts’
Hogan Lovells recently launched their new podcast, The Africa GC Series, where leading GCs from some of the world’s largest corporates share their experience and insights. In Episode 1, three panellists focus on the evolving GC role as a business enabler and driver.
In seeking to expand their knowledge of what keeps their clients up at night, international law firm Hogan Lovells partnered with Af
Episode 2 of 'Life and Lessons in Law' with James Kamau, Chair, DLA Piper Africa
In this episode of Life & Lessons in Law, James Kamau, seasoned lawyer and chair of DLA Piper Africa, chats to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson on how to attract and retain the best legal talent.
Globalisation, the rapid advancement of technology and evolving workplace trends are among the reasons why retaining legal talent in Africa is becoming increasingly challenging.
James Kamau, chair of DLA Pipe
'Technology can be a trust enabler' with Fikayo Durosinmi-Etti and ToNote
Legal technology solutions are not about reinventing the wheel, especially if there has been a culture of solving problems in a certain way for the past hundred years. Instead, it is meant to simplify productivity, making things easier and less time consuming, says Fikayo Durosinmi-Etti, CEO of ToNote, a technology company based in Nigeria that focuses on simplifying the way people agree to do bus
Coffee Break with...Fieldfisher - 'Advancing fair and just arbitral proceedings'
In this week’s Coffee Break podcast, two seasoned arbitrators, Ania Farren and Marily Paralika, chat to Tom Pearson about how the International Chamber of Commerce Court of Commercial Arbitration is empowering and strengthening Africa’s arbitration landscape.
The world’s leading arbitral institution, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Court of Commercial Arbitration marks its centenary a
'Embracing technology without losing humanity' with Justin Cornish, Lighthouse Law
Lighthouse Law and its group of companies are disrupting the legal space with their innovative ways of doing things. Justin Cornish chatted to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson about the firm’s people-centred focus.
At a time when AI is the talk of the town, it might seem counter-intuitive to put people at the centre of things, especially for a firm that’s won awards for technology innovation in the leg
'Legal Expertise on Tap' with Maha Deeb, Legal Locum Network (LLN)
The Legal Locum Network has made its name offering flexible career options for talented attorneys, and high quality services to clients. In this podcast, Maha Deeb chats to Tom Pearson about the company’s impact on the legal profession and its expanding footprint.
Established in 2001, The Legal Locum Network (LLN) has been at the forefront of providing alternative and managed legal solutions, off
'Africa’s capital quarterback' with Weyinmi Popo from Asafo & Co
For centuries there has been a strong London–Africa connection, and that’s still true. Weyinmi Popo, managing partner at Asafo & Co.’s London office, chatted to Tom Pearson about the firm’s tailored expertise and international reach.
London has been thriving as a legal hotspot for much of the English-speaking world, and a lot of private equity and international finance flows into Africa from that
'Preventing Illegal Mining: A Holistic and Collaborative Approach with Beech Veltman Incorporated
In this podcast, Stephen Nthite, a director at Beech Veltman Incorporated, chats to Africa Legal’s Thomas Pearson about illegal mining in South Africa and how it intersects with the sector’s response to environmental and social governance.
South Africa is a mineral resource-rich country, with precious metals like gold, diamonds and copper among others, but mining these commodities without authori
'Modern regulations help draw investments' with CMS
In this podcast, Alberto Simoes and Bridgett Majola of CMS share their insights on the increasing pace and scale of renewable energy projects in Africa, with Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson.
The good news is that the current upswing in renewable investments in Africa is expected to continue for the foreseeable future. Alberto Simoes, a member of the executive team at CMS Africa and partner heading the
'Shortfalls in protecting whistleblowers' with Rupert Candy Attorneys Incorporated
Rupert Candy paints a grim picture of the treatment of whistleblowers in South Africa and calls for a greater level of legal protection for them, in this podcast with Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson.
Were it not for the bravery of whistleblowers in the public and private sectors, fraud, corruption and money laundering would cripple the economy and devour the fabric of South African society. Yet not e
Episode 1 of 'Life and Lessons in Law' with James Kamau, Chair, DLA Piper Africa
In this Africa Legal podcast titled Life, Lessons and Law, a new series in partnership with DLA Piper Africa, expert lawyer James Kamau chats to Tom Pearson about legal education in Africa.
Even with 30 years’ experience as a corporate and projects lawyer James Kamau, managing partner at Kenyan law firm IKM, and chair of DLA Piper Africa, still considers himself a student of human nature.
Kamau
'AfCFTA journey is a marathon not a sprint' with Gikera & Vadgama Advocates (GVA)
In this podcast, Joy Impano of Gikera & Vadgama Advocates shares her insights on all things related to the African Continental Free Trade Area agreement with Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson.
The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement, which aims to create a market for African countries to prosper by engaging in intra-continental trade, has been moving at a slow pace. While 80% of Afri
'Spreading the gospel of arbitration in Africa' - John Ohaga S.C. CArb, FCIArb
In this podcast, John Ohaga, managing partner at TripleOKLaw Advocates, based in Nairobi, Kenya, chats to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson about Africa becoming a renowned seat for arbitration.
Widely recognised in Africa and globally for his exemplary work and expertise in dispute resolution, Senior Counsel John Ohaga is well respected when it comes to all things arbitral related.
Ohaga, who holds an
'Rehabilitating insolvent corporates' with Gikera & Vadgama Advocates (GVA)
Many businesses in financial difficulties wait until it’s too late to apply for corporate administration. Julie Mulindi, an associate at Gikera and Vadgama Advocates, recently spoke to Tom Pearson about the help that’s available.
Corporate insolvency is an important but often ignored area of law that companies should be aware of, because there are times that businesses face difficulties which th
Ubuntu Mental Health Series - 'Burning bright, not out' with Briony Liber
In this podcast, as part of the Ubuntu Mental Health series, Briony Liber chats to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson about the journey to burnout and how it can be avoided.
Burnout, simply explained, is the emotional and physical depletion of energy that one experiences when they’ve been under chronic workplace stress for a very long time and haven’t managed it.
Briony Liber, career- and self-leadersh
'Evolving to suit clients' - Alliance Reimagined | Insights Series with Webber Wentzel
Webber Wentzel and their alliance partner Linklaters offer their associates the opportunity to work temporarily for sister companies. In this mini-podcast series, Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson chats to Paula Ann Novotny about her secondment to London.
Novotny was offered a secondment to Linklaters London and says she wasn't even aware that such opportunities existed when she joined Webber Wentzel, b
'Becoming a well-rounded lawyer' - Alliance Reimagined | Insights Series with Webber Wentzel
Webber Wentzel and their alliance partner Linklaters offer their associates the opportunity to work temporarily for sister companies. In this mini-podcast series, Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson chats to Jimmy Mkhabela about his recent experience in London.
Jimmy Mkhabela, partner at leading law firm Webber Wentzel, always knew that he wanted to go on secondment – an opportunity to gain international
'Dispelling misconceptions' - Alliance Reimagined | Insights Series with Webber Wentzel
Secondments are an incredible way to understand different areas of business, structure and work ethic. In this mini-podcast series, Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson chats to Amaarah Mayet from Webber Wentzel who is currently on secondment at Linklaters London.
A law firm that offered international exposure was top of mind for Amaarah Mayet when deciding on a company to join after graduating from law sc
'A perfect alliance across professions' with Alliott Global Alliance
Alliott Global Alliance is rapidly expanding their footprint in Africa. In this podcast, Giles Brake, CEO of Alliott Global Alliance, and Stephen Gitonga, partner and founder of Gitonga Mureithi & Company Advocates, share their back story and vision for the future with Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson.
Inspired by the need to provide more than just accounting and tax services to their growing list of c
'Breaking down barriers' - Alliance Reimagined | Insights Series with Webber Wentzel
Webber Wentzel and their alliance partner Linklaters offer their associates the opportunity to work temporarily for sister companies. In this mini-podcast series, Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson chats to Eamon Alsaffar and Archie Prew who are on secondment at Webber Wentzel in Johannesburg.
Eamon Alsaffar had a choice of being seconded from Linklaters London to Paris, Singapore or South Africa. He cho
Shaping business according to ESG principles with ALN
Environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations are trending right across Africa. In this podcast, Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson speaks to members of ALN Nigeria and ALN Kenya to explore how mergers and acquisitions and corporate transaction trends are shaping business.
A robust legal and regulatory premise for ESG, in addition to businesses taking the initiative more seriously, is fast e
'Protection in a cyber world' - with CMS And Zaakir Mohamed
In this podcast, Zaakir Mohamed, a partner at CMS, chats to Africa Legal’s Thomas Pearson about why cyber security and compliance go hand in hand.
Africa is in the midst of a rapid digital transformation, and that brings with it the possibility for some businesses to be cyber hacked. It is critical that organisations ensure compliance with the relevant data privacy legislation across the jurisdic
'The ever-changing CTI Landscape' with Webber Wentzel
In this vidcast, Webber Wentzel’s team of competition, trade and investment (CTI) experts share some valuable knowledge and insights.
The vidcast – hosted by Yael Shafrir, a trade and investment lawyer at Webber Wentzel specialising in Africa FDI and the AfCFTA, in collaboration with Africa Legal – focuses on foreign direct investment trends, public interest considerations for merger filings, key
'Unlocking the modern mining lawyer - General Counsel Forum 2023' with Daniel Driscoll
In this podcast, Daniel Driscoll, a legal expert in the mining and extractives industry, chats to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson about the state of play among in-house lawyers and what to look forward to at the 2023 General Counsel Forum Mining Indaba.
General counsel (GC) are grappling with the legal implications of several macroeconomic challenges facing the mining industry, such as inflation, cont
'Dominance Across Africa' with Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe
In this podcast, three associates from Nigerian-based full service law firm Duale, Ovia & Alex-Adedipe (DOA), chat to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson about the firm’s strategy on internationalising its practice.
You can never over emphasise the importance of leveraging relationships, says Tobiloba Awosika, a key member of DOA’s banking and finance, mergers and acquisition practice team. Linking up wit
'Specialist Law Firm of the Year' with Lopes Attorneys Inc
Passion paired with analytical thinking is what turned Lopes Attorneys Inc. into an award-winning firm to be reckoned with. In this podcast, the firm’s managing director, Rui Lopes, chats to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson about the niche services offered.
Top of mind for specialist lawyer Rui Lopes when he opened the firm Lopes Attorneys Inc, based in Johannesburg, South Africa, two years ago, was wh
Africa Legal Podcast - Pondering Project Finance with CMS
In this podcast, Bridgett Majola, partner at award winning law firm CMS, engages in an enlightening discussion on the new wave of electricity supply, with Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson.
South Africans frustrated by load shedding will be happy to hear that the legal experts at CMS are doing all they can to ensure the energy crisis in the country becomes a thing of the past.
The foremost law firm hel
Africa Legal Podcast - Legal tradition Meets Dynamism with August Hill & Associates
Augustine Hamwela and Layeni Phiri, managing partners at August Hill and Associates, highlight the firm’s strategy to connect African businesses with international partners in this podcast with Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson.
“A top law firm that delivers world class solutions to both everyday and complex matters.” That has been the goal of trusted allies Augustine Hamwela and Layeni Phiri ever since
'Respectful partnerships are fruitful' with RPC and Shai Wade
RPC law firm’s celebrated arbitrator Shai Wade and Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson recently returned from a trip to South Africa. In this podcast, Wade shares his observations and provides insights into the world of arbitration and the firm’s broader strategy.
There’s no doubt that Shai Wade, Head of International Arbitration at law firm RPC, relished his visit to Johannesburg, South Africa, where Af
'Waving the ESG Flag' with Warren Beech
ESG has become a vital cog in the extractives and renewables industry. In this podcast, mining expert Warren Beech tells Tom Pearson why this is so.
Historically, when it came to the mining of natural resources in Africa, returns on investment were top of mind for shareholders. That has now changed, with more companies paying closer attention to the environment, social and governance (ESG) aspect
Africa Legal Podcast in partnership with Webber Wentzel - Africa's 'Spider's Web' of Trade
In this podcast, Webber Wentzel’s Daryl Dingley and Judge David Unterhalter share their insights on the current trading and global influences in Africa with Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson.
The multiplicity of trade agreements and policies in Africa can best be described as a spider’s web, says Daryl Dingley, who heads the Competition,Trade and Investment (CTI) practice at Webber Wentzel.
Dingley not
Ministry of Justice Podcast - 'Just Jump In!' with Shelagh Rule
In this episode of our podcast series focusing on multi-qualified lawyers, Shelagh Rule, partner at Webber Wentzel, shares her journey and views on being a triple qualified lawyer with Tom Pearson.
Shelagh Rule is armed with qualifications from South Africa, the United Kingdom and New York in the United States, so she’s a triple threat indeed. Having earned her LLB at Wits University in South Afr
Ministry of Justice Podcast - 'Stay hungry and you’ll succeed' with Dr. Gabriel Onagoruwa
Law at an international level is the focus of the collaborative event being held by the UK Ministry of Justice, GREAT Legal Services and Africa Legal on 31 August. In this podcast, Dr Gabriel Onagoruwa chats to Tom Pearson about why being a dual qualified lawyer gives you the upper hand.
Dr Gabriel Onagoruwa’s journey to becoming a dual qualified lawyer began when he was at university. The Nige
Africa Legal Podcast - 'Relentless In Pursuit of Excellence' with Anjarwalla & Khanna | ALN Kenya
ALN Kenya | Anjarwalla & Khanna has cemented its position as a leading full service law firm in Africa. In this podcast, co-managing partners Rosa Nduati-Mutero and Daniel Ngumy speak to Tom Pearson about the changes that have taken place in the firm and the ALN alliance.
Exciting moves have been made at ALN, an alliance of top law firms in Africa, which recently incorporated Nigerian powerhouse
Ministry of Justice Podcast - 'A qualification you won’t regret' with Michael Strain
Internationalising your practice by qualifying in multiple jurisdictions will be a focal point at the upcoming conference hosted by the UK Ministry of Justice and GREAT Legal Services in partnership with Africa Legal. In this podcast Michael Strain chats to Tom Pearson on why being dual qualified matters.
Michael Strain, partner and Head of Corporate/M&A at Clyde & Co in East Africa took a rather
Africa Legal Podcast - 'Never stop building' with Joshua Daranijo
In this podcast, Joshua Daranijo, Managing Partner at Allen & Brooks, and Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson discuss how the law firm flourished during the global lockdown.
Many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria are unable to survive the first five years in business because they do not have the necessary legal support to thrive in one of the fastest-growing African economies. This scenario s
Ministry of Justice Podcast - 'Dual qualification expands opportunities' with Njeri Wagacha
Africa Legal, in partnership with the UK Ministry of Justice and GREAT Legal Services, is hosting a series of events in Johannesburg, South Africa, from 31 August 31 to 1 September, with the theme being Law at an International Level. In this podcast, Tom Pearson chats to Njeri Wagacha on the benefits of being a dual qualified African lawyer.
The road to being able to practise in more than one jur
Africa Legal Podcast - 'Mental Health First Aid' with Liz Giles, Timothy Dare and Lynn Etemesi
Mental health issues require first aid in the same way physical health issues do. In this podcast Tom Pearson and his guests discuss what’s being done to overcome the stigma attached to mental health issues and why first aiders are required in the workplace and society.
The difficulty in trying to find an outlet to talk about mental health drove Lynnette Etemesi and Timothy Asobele Emmanuel Dare,
Special Episode: 'Francophone In Focus' with Webber Wentzel and Linklaters
In recent years, investors have begun to show keen interest in Francophone Africa. In this vidcast, representatives of Webber Wentzel and their alliance partner Linklaters Paris talk about the latest trends and developments.
In 29 African countries, French is the official or first language; most of these countries are located in the western, central and northern regions of the continent. Seventeen
Africa Legal Podcast - Mining Matters with INMISO Consulting
In this podcast, Africa Legal’s Thomas Pearson chats to Robert Botha, CEO and founding member of Integrated Mining Solutions (INMISO) Consulting, ahead of the Mining Indaba taking place in Cape Town, South Africa from 9 to 12 May.
Robert Botha held diverse legal and commercial positions at some top mining companies before starting INMISO Consulting, a uniquely structured firm that provides cutting
Africa Legal Podcast - Influential Women in Legal Tech
In this podcast, trailblazers Leah Molatseli and Naomi Thompson chat to Africa Legal’s Chief Commercial Officer, Thomas Pearson, about disrupting the legal industry through future-focused technology.
Naomi Thompson, Senior Vice President of Legal Solutions at Exigent Group Limited, and Leah Molatseli, the Head of Business Development at Legal Interact and advisory board member for the Global Lega
Africa Legal Podcast - 'Law. Tax. Future' with CMS
In this podcast, Hugo Coetzee, chairman of the Africa practice at CMS, chats to Tom Pearson, Chief Commercial Officer at Africa Legal, about the premier law firm’s prospects in Africa.
CMS is a huge law firm; it has 8 000 staff and operates in 45 countries with 80 offices globally. But in the context of a massive continent like Africa – a place of great contrasts, different jurisdictions and dist
Access to Banking and Insurance in Africa and the Role of Technology with Webber Wentzel
Access to Banking and Insurance in Africa and the Role of Technology with Webber Wentzel by Africa Legal
Africa Legal Podcast - 'New Horizons' with FRA Law
Chief Rotimi Williams’ Chambers, also known as FRA Law, is positioning itself to become the foremost law firm in West Africa. In this podcast, the firm’s newly appointed Managing Partner, Alade Williams, along with former Managing Partner Folarin Williams and Senior Partner Efe Etomi, enlightens Tom Pearson on how this will be achieved.
Africa Legal Podcast - 'The Legal Tech Hype Curve' with Legal Interact
Africa’s legal technology journey has started, and tools that support the work of lawyers have become critical to running businesses more efficiently. In this conversation, Raphael Segal, CEO and founder of Legal Interact, and his colleague Leah Molatseli, the organisation’s Head of Business Development, tell Tom Pearson how this can be achieved.
Africa Legal Podcast - 'Unlocking African Expansion' with Hortense Mudenge
In this podcast, Hortense Mudenge of Rwanda Finance Limited, the agency which operates the Kigali International Financial Centre, and Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson discuss the findings of their latest collaborative research report. This third report focuses on expanding markets in Africa.
A survey into unlocking expansion opportunities across Africa has revealed that around 85% of respondents, bei
Africa Legal Podcast - 'The Addicted Lawyer' with Brian Cuban
Brian happens to be billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban’s younger brother but, to me, that is a footnote to what made Brian such an important guest to converse with. Brian is in long-term recovery from alcohol and cocaine addiction, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and bulimia, and has maintained his sobriety since 2007.
During our conversation we covered a range of topics from law firm leadership
Africa Legal Podcast - 'Outlook on Zambia 2022' with Moira Mukuka Practitioners
Infamous for its debt burden, plans to turn around Zambia’s fortunes are in the pipeline following the election of a new government. Brenda Mutale Chanda and Sharon Sakuwaha, co-managing partners at Moira Mukuka Legal Practitioners, chatted to Tom Pearson on the renewed optimism among its citizenry.
Africa Legal Podcast - Episode 54 'Getting Forensic' with Anjarwalla & Khanna
In an exclusive interview, East African law firm ALN//Anjarwalla & Khanna’s director of Forensics and Investigations, Willie Oelofse, and Roddy McKean, director of the Corporate Department, spoke to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson about why a forensic lawyer should be on every due diligence team
There will be a special webinar on forensic law lead by the expert team from A&K on October 26. To reserv
Africa Legal Podcast - Episode 53 - 'Zambian Horizons' with Corpus Legal Practitioners
Your Go-To Finance Team
Corpus Legal Practitioners recently received high acclaim for their expertise in the banking and finance sector, winning Best Finance Team – Small Firm, at this year’s African Legal Awards. In this podcast, Lupiya Simusokwe, Head of Banking and Mergers & Acquisitions at Corpus, chats to Tom Pearson on why they are the go-to firm in this arena.
Assembling the best talent
Africa Legal Podcast - Episode 52 - 'Delivering Alternative Excellence' with Herbert Smith Freehills
Fresh from scooping the title of Alternative Service Provider of the Year at the recently held African Legal Awards, Vanessa Kingsmill and Naseem Ameer-Mia of Herbert Smith Freehills chatted to Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson about their recipe for success.
Vanessa heads up the Johannesburg practice of the Alternative Legal Services (ALT) business, leading a team of lawyers and legal analysts who comb
Africa Legal Podcast - 'Integrity. Diligence. Respect' with Detail Commercial Solicitors
Integrity. Diligence. Respect.
Commercial law and how to keep clients ahead of the game and productive when doing business in Africa is the topic of this week’s podcast with the team from Lagos law firm, DETAIL.
Managing Partner Dolapo Kukoyi is joined by partners Chukwudi Ofili and Abiodun Oyeledun in this conversation with Africa Legal’s Tom Pearson.
Dolapo Kukoyi is the Managing Partner at D
Africa Legal Podcast - 'Passing the Baton' with Konyinsola Ajayi, Tominiyi Owolabi and Wolemi Esan
The Africa Legal podcast series moves to Nigeria this week where the leadership team from Olaniwun Ajayi LP chat to Tom Pearson on recent changes in the Management of the Firm.
Taking part in the conversation are Dr Tominiyi Owolabi, the firm’s new Managing Partner, alongside Wolemi Esan, the new Deputy Managing Partner and Konyin Ajayi, SAN, outgoing Managing Partner.
Olaniwun Ajayi LP has been
Episode 49 - 'Relevant. Responsive. Practical' with Warren Beech and Koketso Molope
In this episode of the Africa Legal podcast series, Warren Beech, one of Africa's most experienced and enormously pragmatic mining lawyers, joins his colleague Koketso Molope, to speak about what lawyers need to do to keep relevant and hands-on in this time of global change.
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