ENSafrica is the largest law firm in Africa, with a significant presence across the continent. It provides a comprehensive range of legal services to local and international clients, focusing primarily on corporate and commercial law.
The firm's origins trace back to South Africa, through the merger of long-established South African law firms Edward Nathan & Friedland and Sonnenberg Hoffmann & Galombik. This created Edward Nathan Sonnenbergs (ENS), which later rebranded to ENSafrica to reflect its expanded geographic reach and strategic focus on the broader African continent.
ENSafrica operates with a "one firm" approach, meaning its offices across different countries are fully integrated, allowing for seamless cross-border legal services. Its practice areas cover a wide spectrum of commercial law, including mergers and acquisitions, banking and finance, intellectual property, competition law, dispute resolution, tax, employment law, and environmental law, among others.
With a substantial number of lawyers, ENSafrica has offices in key African jurisdictions, including South Africa, Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda, and often works on matters in other African countries through its extensive network. The firm is recognized for its expertise in navigating the complex legal and regulatory landscapes of African economies, making it a prominent legal advisor for businesses operating or investing in the region.