IFLR1000 Reviews

Financial and corporate

MMAKS is a full-service corporate firm and is a member of the Africa Legal Network. The firm has a presence in 15 African countries and a regional office in Dubai. 

 

Focusses / specialisms 

The firm is strong in banking and finance and serves clients in financial services. 

 

Key clients 

Key clients for the firm include the Central Bank of Uganda, Diamond Trust Bank Uganda, Dfcu Bank, Webber Wentzel, Linklaters, Trinity International, Government of Uganda, KFW Development Bank, SN Power, Tullow, MultiChoice Africa, IFC, Africa Finance Cooperation, Mahati Infra Uganda, Hogan Lovells, Cliffe Decker Hofmeyr, Anjarwalla, Collins and Hadermoita Advocates Dubai and Baker & McKenzie in Johannesburg. 

 

Research period review: 33rd edition (2023/2024) 

During the research period, the firm was active in banking and M&A practice. 

In banking the firm advising on several financings including project finance and financial restructuring.

In M&A the firm advised on private acquisitions and joint ventures for clients connected to investment management, agriculture and energy sectors. 

 

Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2023/2024)

Mantra Technologies $5.4 million acquisition of Seven Hills Impex