Infrastructure projects in Ghana

Bentsi-Enchill, Letsa & Ankomah

The highly-regarded team at Bentsi-Enchill, Letsa & Ankomah continues to advise clients on all aspects of project developments. The group is active in work involving railways, roads, ports and harbours, as well as the construction and aviation sectors. Other key areas of instruction include complex construction projects, and large-scale infrastructure and real estate deals. Seth Asante has an established track record in leading on significant project development mandates, often involving transport and maritime infrastructure developments. Elizabeth Ashun, who is dual qualified in Ghana and England and Wales, is well versed in handling complex infrastructure and real estate transactions.

Practice head(s):

Seth Asante; Elizabeth Ashun


Key clients

PricewaterhouseCoopers (Ghana) Limited


African Export–Import Bank


Team Engineering SpA and Vision Consult Limited


Devtraco Builders Limited (Devtraco


Deloitte (Ministry of Finance)


Webber Wentzel


Swami India


Ghana Association of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (LDS)


Gide Loyrette Nouel A.A.R.P. I


African American Male Education network (A2mend)


Baker & McKenzie


Work highlights


  • Acting as legal sub-consultant to PricewaterhouseCoopers in connection with the Update of Feasibility Studies for the Development of the Eastern Railway Line, and a new feasibility study on the Greenfield Extension from Bosuso to Kyebi and Ejisu to Eduadin.
  • Advising Afreximbank on a proposed debt facility of $65,800,000 to be issued to a project company, in connection with the construction of a floating dry dock at the Takoradi Port.
  • Assisting Swami India Ghana Limited with the acquisition and development of land for a mixed-use development project.

ENSafrica

ENSafrica has an impressive track record in handling some of Ghana's major infrastructure projects. Under the leadership of Paa Kwesi Morrison, the team provides advice on all advisory and transactional aspects pertaining to projects, and is recognised for its expertise in handling instructions from the coal, electricity, solar, hydro, liquefied natural gas, nuclear, and oil and gas sectors. Cross-border work is another key pillar of strength for the department. Rachel Dagadu regularly acts for multinational banks and oil and energy companies.

Practice head(s):

Paa Kwesi Morrison


Other key lawyers:

Rachel Dagadu


Key clients

Mota-Engil Africa


Stanbic Bank Ghana LTD


KBC Bank NV


African Export-Import Bank


The Standard Bank of South Africa Limited


FirstRand Bank Limited, RMB International (Mauritius) Ltd


Standard Chartered Bank


Work highlights


  • Advised the client on a $750m financing issued to the Government of Ghana to finance payments in connection with 15 projects.
  • Advised the client in connection with a buyer’s credit facility agreement issued to the Republic of Ghana to finance the construction of a water treatment plant in the Tarkwa district.
  • Advised Mota-Engil Africa on matters pertaining to the engineering, procurement and construction contract for the Accra-Tema Motorway Extension Project.

N. Dowuona & Company

The infrastructure projects practice at N. Dowuona & Company has a solid track record in advising on all aspects of project development and financing in Ghana. With NanaAma Botchway at the helm, the group represents clients from a broad range of sectors, including telecoms, oil and gas, power, railways, ports and harbours. Regulatory work is another key area of instruction. The client base includes domestic and international public and private sector developers, contractors, landlords and tenants, and service and technology providers. Achiaa Akobour Debrah is singled out for her contributions.

Practice head(s):

NanaAma Botchway


Other key lawyers:

Achiaa Akobour Debrah


Key clients

Prime Meridian Docks


Sentinel Global Advisers


Atlantic Terminal Services Ltd


Newfields MDTS


WPA Inc.


Work highlights


  • Advising on the construction of a ship and rig repair and maintenance facility at the Takoradi Harbour, to be operated under a concession granted by the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority.
  • Advising on the development of a multipurpose integrated container terminal at the Takoradi Port in Ghana.
  • Advising a multinational infrastructure supply company on a project with the Government of Ghana involving installing water in small towns and remote communities across Ghana.

Koranteng & Koranteng Legal Advisors

Firm managing partner Afua Koranteng heads up the practice at Koranteng & Koranteng Legal Advisors, which has deep experience in handling infrastructure projects. The group has particular expertise in advising on issues arising from tower infrastructure projects, and is noted for its strength in advising on telecoms infrastructure matters. The team is also well placed to advise on financial issues relating to major projects in the oil and gas sector.

Practice head(s):

Afua Koranteng


Testimonials

‘Koranteng & Koranteng Legal Advisors is an exceptional corporate/commercial law firm in Accra, Ghana, distinguished by a seasoned team of barristers, solicitors, and consultants with over thirty years of cumulative experience spanning Ghana, the United Kingdom, the United States, and East Africa. ‘

‘What truly sets it apart is its unique depth in navigating the international legal landscape with meticulous attention to detail and unparalleled quick responsiveness.’ 

‘Afua Adubea Koranteng is an exceptional legal professional renowned for her remarkable ability to excel under pressure, consistently delivering outstanding results even in the face of daunting deadlines.’

‘With a proven track record of supporting critical transactions, Afua has played a pivotal role in the successful execution of high-stakes projects. Her expertise and dedication shine through in every endeavour’.

‘Afua Adubea Koranteng is a testament to unwavering commitment, exceptional competence, and a relentless drive for excellence in the legal field.’

Key clients

Ministry of Finance


Ministry of Energy


Electricity Company of Ghana


Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund


Work highlights


  • Advised the Government of Ghana (Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Energy, Electricity Company of Ghana and the Ghana Investment Infrastructure Fund) on the Cenpower refinancing and Amandi refinancing.
  • Advising the Government of Ghana (Ministry of Finance) on the restructuring of the debt owed to Independent Power Producers in Ghana.
  • Advised the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund on its refinancing of the Independent Power Producers in Ghana.