With extensive experience advising local, regional, and multinational clients on complex domestic and cross-border M&A and general corporate and banking matters across Sub-Saharan Africa, Chris brings invaluable expertise and insight to the firm. His deep knowledge of global and African markets reinforces ALN Tanzania’s commitment to unlocking value for clients and supporting their investments across the continent.
As Africa’s business environment evolves, multinational corporations and international investors require legal advisors who can navigate jurisdictional complexities and capitalise on emerging opportunities. Chris’ arrival strengthens ALN Tanzania’s ability to meet its clients’ evolving needs, offering expert guidance to navigate complex corporate issues and seize future opportunities. His deep experience with pan-African transactions aligns with ALN’s mission to provide seamless and integrated support across jurisdictions. Chris’ insights will enhance ALN’s capacity to deliver top-tier legal solutions across the continent.
Reflecting on this milestone, Shemane Amin, Country Partner at ALN Tanzania, commented: “Chris’ addition to ALN Tanzania represents a strategic step forward in expanding our ability to offer high-value corporate legal services. His rich cross-border experience and nuanced understanding of the African business landscape will greatly benefit our clients navigating complex transactions in Tanzania and beyond.”
Chris’ experience working in South Africa, Tanzania and Australia, gives him a unique perspective on the complexities and nuances inherent in high-value cross-border transactions. He has advised on several of the most significant cross-border M&A transactions across the continent - with a particular focus on East Africa and Southern Africa – all of which have required a deep understanding of the relevant political landscape and regulatory environment. Chris has a strong market reputation for advising local, pan-African and multinational clients on their aspirations for growth in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Chris is recognised by all the leading global legal directories (including IFLR1000, Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners) for his experience and expertise.
Chris has built and led teams of corporate and commercial lawyers in South Africa and Tanzania and has a deep understanding of working in challenging and highly regulated jurisdictions and markets, including energy and natural resources.
“Chris’ arrival reinforces ALN’s commitment to offering unparalleled expertise across Africa. His ability to navigate the complexities of cross-border transactions will strengthen our collaborative efforts across ALN, ensuring we continue to deliver outstanding value to our clients operating in multiple jurisdictions,” says ALN Kenya Managing Partner Daniel Ngumy.
Speaking on Chris’ appointment to ALN Tanzania's corporate team, ALN Board Director Karim Anjarwalla comments: “ALN is committed to enhancing depth and expertise across all our markets, combining global quality with local nuance. Chris’ arrival evidence ALN delivering on this commitment. It will add bench strength and depth and help our clients navigate their investment decisions in the region.”
“I am very excited to join ALN in Tanzania, the trusted advisor of choice in the region that enjoys a strong record for cross-border and transactional corporate matters. With Tanzania’s dynamic economy and abundant opportunities, the timing is impeccable. I hope to use my experience to continue to grow the exceptional practice that has been developed.” says Chris Green upon his appointment.