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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.

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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 and Gas 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.

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5 Sep 2025 Article

Know your grounds: Why SARS must explain assessments

A taxpayer’s ability to challenge an assessment issued by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) stems from the fundamental rights to just administrative action and access to courts. These rights are protected and enforced through the provisions of the Tax Administration Act 28 of 2011 (TAA), which provide a structured framework for objections and appeals. A key component of this framework is Rule 6 of the rules promulgated under section 103 of the TAA, which empowers taxpayers to request reasons for an assessment prior to lodging an objection.

Tax & Exchange Control
CDH Namibia strengthens leadership and capacity to deliver exceptional client service

CDH Namibia strengthens leadership and capacity to deliver exceptional client service

CDH is pleased to announce that Patrick Kauta, one of Namibia’s most respected legal professionals, has joined our firm as Managing Partner of the Namibian office, effective 1 September...

5 Sep 2025Firm News
Publication of the 2025 Code of Good Practice: Dismissal

Publication of the 2025 Code of Good Practice: Dismissal

Today, 4 September 2025, the Minister of Employment and Labour published the final Code of Good Practice: Dismissal (the Code). The Code, effective from the date of publication, repeals...

4 Sep 2025Employment Law
Women and Juniors in Law and Banking (JILB) Women's Month Event l 26 August 2025

Women and Juniors in Law and Banking (JILB) Women's Month Event l 26 August 2025

A Women's Month Celebration.

4 Sep 2025Employment Law

Featured Work

CDH acted as counsel to Nedbank Group Limited
Corporate & Commercial Law

CDH acted as counsel to Nedbank Group Limited

CDH acted as counsel to Nedbank Group Limited on the conclusion of a transaction for the sale of all of its shares in Ecobank Transnational Incorporated.
CDH represented Vodacom in a merger in which it prevailed in an appeal to the Competition Appeal Court
Competition Law

CDH represented Vodacom in a merger in which it prevailed in an appeal to the Competition Appeal Court

CDH represented Vodacom Proprietary Limited in a merger in which it prevailed in an appeal to the Competition Appeal Court, gaining approval for its ZAR 14 billion acquisition...
CDH acted as South African legal adviser to Life Healthcare Group Holdings Limited
Corporate & Commercial Law

CDH acted as South African legal adviser to Life Healthcare Group Holdings Limited
CDH's Banking, Finance & Projects team advised Diaz Wind Power (Pty) Ltd and InnoVent

CDH's Banking, Finance & Projects team advised Diaz Wind Power (Pty) Ltd and InnoVent

Our team advised Diaz Wind Power (Pty) Ltd and InnoVent (the key Project Sponsor) on this landmark project , the first large-scale, wind power project of its kind in Namibia. The...
CDH's Banking, Finance & Projects team advised the National Development Bank
Banking, Finance & Projects

CDH's Banking, Finance & Projects team advised the National Development Bank

CDH advised the NDB in relation to a R7 billion loan agreement to the SANRAL. The loan will support various toll portfolio projects in the country, in particular the key economic...
Acquisition by Harmony Gold Australia from minority shareholders
Banking, Finance & Projects

Acquisition by Harmony Gold Australia from minority shareholders

CDH advises Harmony Gold on USD1.25 billion acquisition of one of Australia's highest-grade copper mines.

From vision to fruition

From vision to fruition

We combine insightful understanding with agile legal expertise and an instinct developed over generations to support our clients.

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Where to find us

Where to find us

We work in key markets across Africa and have offices in southern and east Africa.

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Our people

Our diverse and experienced team works together for the good of our firm and our clients.

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Transformation that brings real change

Transformation that brings real change

We want to bring positive change to Africa by giving people access to the legal profession and legal services.

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