Kyagaba & Otatiina Advocates
is a Ugandan law firm based in Kampala which since 2019 has been a member of Dentons.
Kyagaba & Otatiina Advocates acted as lead legal counsel to Spouts International in connection with a US$3.5 million equity investment by the Water Access Acceleration Fund S.L.P. The team, led by Dennis Otatiina,
drafted and negotiated the share subscription agreement, share buyback agreement, disclosure letter, and amendments to the existing shareholders’ agreement; advised on key regulatory and compliance issues; and ensured strategic alignment with both Ugandan law and international investment standards. The transaction closed in
November 2024.
The firm is also
advising National Housing and Construction Company Ltd. on the structuring and implementation of a custom-built,
state-of-the-art headquarters for the Electoral Commission of Uganda. Acting
as lead counsel, the team is advising
on the project structure, negotiating the legal and commercial framework, and drafting and reviewing all construction and ancillary contracts.
The transaction closed in November 2024 and was led by David Mpanga.
Associate partner Julius Kyamanywa joined the Banking & Finance team from DFCU Bank in May 2025.
WBPF; Salaam Bank;
Umunthu Investment Co. II; SPOUTS International Ltd.; Cooperatieve Rabobank U.A.; National Housing and Construction Company Limited; Credinvest International Corporate Finance
“The team is extremely knowledgeable in matter commercial law, local legal framework, transaction support, PE/VC
transactions and Private Credit.” (Private Equity)
“We appreciate the timely and comprehensive legal expertise offered by the firm during the project structuring process.” (Project Development)
“The firm
provided sound legal advice with a commercial lens.
They were quick to respond to questions and issues.” (Project Finance)
“The firm helped to coordinate counsel from other jurisdictions and made the transaction
very smooth and easy for us.” (Project Finance)
“Agatha Etyang is responsive and has good client management skills.” (Project Finance)
“We appreciate
David Mpanga’s structuring of construction projects and client management.” (Project Development)
“Dennis
Otatiina worked on corporate
advisory, providing creative solutions on deal structuring to align with local laws, legal due diligence, KYC and AML,
and preparing quality legal documentation.” (Private Equity)
“Dennis
Otatiina is extremely trustworthy.” (Private Equity)
“Kyagaba & Otatiina Advocates excels in their turnaround time, which is crucial in the banking sector. The firm consistently meets deadlines, ensuring efficient processing of work. Their commitment to
timely service enhances client satisfaction and reliability, setting them apart in a competitive legal landscape.” (Banking)
“The firm is diligent.” (Banking)
“The firm offers pragmatic advice suited to needs of the entity and constantly follows up with the client in the event of any matters arising.” (Project finance)
“Esther always gives timely feedback on
inquires that arise.
Esther is also very professional and meets all set deadlines and
incase of delays communicates
in a timely manner.
Esther is also extremely knowledgeable, readily
available and flexible in how she does her work.” - Esther Ntale, Senior Associate
“She is good at communicating and client relations.” - Pearl Nyakabwa, Managing partner
“Provision of pragmatic advice in the context of the legal question at hand.” - Pearl Nyakabwa, Managing partner
“Pearl is the care partner for our company.
She is readily available when
needed, especially where instructions are complex.
Pearl ensures that the bank’s instructions are handled with the necessary care and professionalism that is
required.”
-
Pearl Nyakabwa, Managing partner
