Minerals & Natural Resources

Our mineral & natural resources services includes;

• Advisory on the acquisition, transfer, and relinquishment of mining and exploration licenses 

• Drafting and negotiation of mineral agreements, joint ventures, and off-take contracts 

• Guidance on compliance with the Ethiopian Mining Proclamation and sector regulations 

• Legal due diligence on mining concessions, mineral rights, and environmental permits 

• Structuring foreign direct investment (FDI) and local partnerships in the extractive sector 

• Counsel on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) compliance and community engagement 

• Representation in natural resource disputes, regulatory enforcement, and arbitration 

• Guidance on royalties, surface rights, tax obligations, and customs exemptions for mining operations.

Our office provides specialized legal counsel on the Ethiopian Mining Proclamation and the regulatory framework governing the extractive industry. We assist clients with the acquisition of mining licenses, the negotiation of mineral agreements, and compliance with environmental and social obligations. From advising on the exploration of precious minerals to structuring large-scale mining joint ventures, we ensure that domestic and foreign investors navigate the legal complexities of Ethiopia’s natural resource sector with confidence and full regulatory compliance.