The African Desk advises companies, investors and institutional clients on transactions and projects involving one or more jurisdictions across the African continent. RPLT provides legal and tax advice on corporate, commercial, contractual and regulatory matters, and provides representation in both litigation and arbitration.  Our work is handled by professionals with direct experience in several regions of Africa and supported by a well-established network of trusted local law firms, enabling us to operate in full compliance with the regulations and practices of each jurisdiction. Building on strong relationships with the local business community and public authorities, the Desk assists clients in strategic planning, the creation of partnerships and the management of legal and tax matters connected with their operations in the region. The firm has also gained significant experience in advising NGOs, foundations, and philanthropic investors active in sub-Saharan Africa, as well as companies involved in international cooperation and development projects. RPLT has entered into a non-exclusive collaboration agreement with Lex Africa, the leading alliance of independent law firms operating on the continent and present in over twenty jurisdictions.This collaboration enables the firm to offer its clients direct access to qualified local expertise and coordinated assistance at all stages of cross-border transactions and projects, from structuring investments to regulatory and contractual compliance and dispute management.