Your trusted legal advisors across Africa

With more than 340 lawyers & a track record of 172 years

About Us

From vision to fruition

Unlock Africa's business potential with expert legal services. At CDH, we specialise in providing comprehensive legal support to clients located in Africa or looking to do business across the continent. We bring together the expertise and resources of leading African business law firms, offering proven experience in working with governments and their agencies, and local and transnational corporate organisations. With our extensive experience and in-depth understanding of diverse markets, we are a recognised enabler of business success in Africa.

Featured sectors

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Agriculture, Aquaculture & Fishing

We use our expertise across our disciplines to support our clients' growth and sustainability in the agriculture, aquaculture, and fishing sectors.

Corporate Debt, Turnaround & Restructuring

We have an experience team that can balance our clients' needs with the pragmatic realities they face.

Construction & Engineering

We support our clients in developing the built environment and we understand the importance of completing projects on time and within budget.

Consumer Goods, Services & Retail

Our multidisciplinary team provides innovative, practical and commercial advice to help our clients achieve their objectives.

Government and State-Owned Entities

We provide a comprehensive service that can be applied to all aspects of public law.

Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Our multidisciplinary team develops creative strategies and integrated solutions for this important healthcare sector.

Hospitality & Leisure

Our skilled team has many years of experience working with public and private sector organisations in the industry.

Industrials, Manufacturing & Trade

We provide a multidisciplinary approach to legal and commercial matters across Africa.

Projects & Energy

We have an excellent understanding of the sector and use this to help clients maximise value and mitigate their risk.

Mining & Minerals

We help our clients navigate legal and administrative complexities in this key economic sector.

Oil & Gas

Our Oil & Gas multi-disciplinary team has substantial legal expertise across the value chain.

Private Equity

Experts from across our specialist practice areas advise on private equity matters.

Technology & Communications

Our team offers advice on a wide range of functions and sector-related issues.

Latest news

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3 Dec 2025 Article

An upcoming opportunity for Private Generation: Section 34 Ministerial Determination on the Procurement of 750 MW of Ancillary Services

On 4 December 2024 the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) received a draft section 34 determination from the Minister of Electricity and Energy (Minister) in accordance with section 34(1) of the Electricity Regulation Act 4 of 2006(ERA). In a consultation paper published on 16 May 2025, both NERSA and the Minister proposed procuring 750 MW of ancillary services for the National Transmission Company of South Africa (NTCSA) comprising instantaneous electricity reserves and regulating electricity reserves. NERSA has consulted on the proposal but is expected to concur with the Minister’s determination and finally publish the determination in early 2026.

Projects & Energy

NTCSA releases practice note and updated GCCA on congestion curtailment

The National Transmission Company of South Africa (NTCSA) first submitted an application to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) on 24 May 2024 requesting approval...

3 Dec 2025Projects & Energy

NERSA ramps up decision-making to enable grid access and increase market competitiveness

During the last week of November 2025, the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) announced a series of decisions that collectively accelerate South Africa’s shift to a...

3 Dec 2025Projects & Energy

An overview of the Artificial Intelligence in the South African Financial Sector report

On 24 November 2025, the South African Reserve Bank Prudential Authority (PA) and the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) released a joint report on Artificial Intelligence (AI)...

3 Dec 2025Corporate & Commercial Law

Featured Work

CDH acted as South African legal adviser to Life Healthcare Group Holdings Limited

CDH's Corporate & Commercial team acted as South African legal adviser to Life Healthcare Group Holdings Limited in regard to the disposal by its UK subsidiary

Banking, Finance & Projects

CDH acted as counsel to IDC, advising on all aspects of the bond issuance

The transaction, which raised ZAR 2,046 billion against an initial target of ZAR 1,5 billion, garnered significant investor interest, reflecting strong confidence in the IDC’s...

Corporate & Commercial Law

CDH Kenya is proud to announce the closing of Project Sondu

CDH Kenya is proud to announce the closing of Project Sondu and to have advised Axian Group, with respect to the acquisition by Axian Telecom Fibre Limited of 99.63% of the share...

Corporate & Commercial Law

CDH acted as lead legal advisor on the establishment of the Anthem

CDH acted as lead legal advisor on the establishment of the Anthem integrated renewable energy platform, one of South Africa's largest Independent Power Producers, and the introduction...

Competition Law

CDH is proud to be advising SA Corporate Real Estate Limited

CDH is proud to be advising SA Corporate Real Estate Limited on its ZAR1.67 billion acquisition of the Parks Lifestyle Apartments at Riversands from Century Property Group.

Corporate & Commercial Law

CDH acts for Metier through its capital growth fund, MCGF III MU Investments

CDH acted for Metier through its capital growth fund, MCGF III MU Investments, in its successful investment in Watu Holdings Limited, a microfinance institution that empowers underserved communities...

Your trusted legal advisors across Africa

From vision to fruition

Featured sectors

Agriculture, Aquaculture & Fishing

Corporate Debt, Turnaround & Restructuring

Construction & Engineering

Consumer Goods, Services & Retail

Government and State-Owned Entities

Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals

Hospitality & Leisure

Industrials, Manufacturing & Trade

Projects & Energy

Mining & Minerals

Oil & Gas

Private Equity

Technology & Communications

Latest news

An upcoming opportunity for Private Generation: Section 34 Ministerial Determination on the Procurement of 750 MW of Ancillary Services

NTCSA releases practice note and updated GCCA on congestion curtailment

NERSA ramps up decision-making to enable grid access and increase market competitiveness

An overview of the Artificial Intelligence in the South African Financial Sector report

Featured Work

CDH acted as South African legal adviser to Life Healthcare Group Holdings Limited

CDH acted as counsel to IDC, advising on all aspects of the bond issuance

CDH Kenya is proud to announce the closing of Project Sondu

CDH acted as lead legal advisor on the establishment of the Anthem

CDH is proud to be advising SA Corporate Real Estate Limited

CDH acts for Metier through its capital growth fund, MCGF III MU Investments

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