Navigating the legal and economic complexities of African projects: disputes arising from the financial landscape, sustainability concerns and ESG considerations
4 Jun
11:00 - 12:30
Corporate & Commercial Disputes
Investor State Disputes
Engage in a fireside chat with leading experts in mining, energy, ESG and finance in Africa, as we explore:
- The critical role of African mining and energy projects in the global energy transition and decarbonisation efforts.
- Sustainability and ESG concerns, along with the myriad other challenges faced by stakeholders investing in or developing these projects, leading to disputes.
- Considerations for valuing losses when projects encounter difficulties and disputes arise.
- The additional complications and disputes arising from foreign exchange issues, particularly for African respondents in international arbitrations.
- Practical steps to address and resolve these challenges.
Speakers
- Poupak Anjomshoaa, Partner - DWF
- Nadya Berova - Barrick Gold
- Paul Cliff, Partner - Grant Thornton UK LLP
- Solomon Ebere, Partner - DWF
- Mr. Seye Opasanya, SAN - Olaniwun Ajayi
Members Hosts
- DWF Law LLP
- Olaniwun Ajayi LP
- Grant Thornton UK LLP