Bridging continents
Alévina & Partners, established in 2013 in Gabon, is an independent law firm specializing in infrastructure, energy, and natural resources projects. The firm combines deep local expertise with international standards to provide tailored solutions for foreign investors.
Who we are
Established in 2013, Alévina & Partners brings more than just legal expertise to the table. As an independent and well-established law firm based in Gabon, we provide our clients with results-oriented advice that not only demonstrates a profound understanding of our business, but also showcases our expertise and familiarity within the markets in which we operate.
The combination of local expertise and the proper implementation of international standards enables Alévina & Partners to provide a superior solution to match the needs of foreign investors in Gabon.
Over 40 Years of Experiences
We serve clients in a range of industries, but our focus is on infrastructure projects, PPPs, concession agreements and projects in the energy and natural resources sector, in which we have great depth of knowledge, and a history of achieving client success.
We also provide competitive local services that adapt to the evolving requirements of international regulations, including those set forth by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.
The Team
Our consultants have extensive experience from prestigious international consulting firms, which has not only enabled them to develop deep expertise in OHADA regulations and practices, but also keeps them at the cutting edge of industry needs and trends, allowing them to share collective experiences and expertise.
Practice Areas
Practice Areas
Alévina & Partners is a top tier law firm in Gabon, known for expertise in M&A, project finance, and handling strategic infrastructure projects, Public Private Partnerships, and concession agreements.
Who We serve
Since 2013, Alevina&Partners provides ambitious thinking to help its clients to make crucial decisions.
Over the last decade the firm structured strategic projects cumulating for an amount exceeding $8.3 billion.
Testimonials
Chambers & Partners 2025 – Band 1
“Audrey Alévina is undoubtedly the star of the Bar in Gabon; she
provides international standards of service.”
“In my opinion, Audrey Alévina is the best lawyer in Gabon.”
“Audrey Alévina has become a key player in her market and she owes it to her technical and commercial qualities, her work, her rigour and her professional ethics.”
“Audrey has been efficient and very communicative with us.”
IFRL Awards 2024 Africa
Alevina&Partners has won the award of Africa Capital markets deal of the year 2024 for its advise of Bank of America New York, Bank of America London and Nature Conservancy Fund in the Gabon Blue Euro Bond
The journey so far | Audrey Alevina & Scott Cowan
In the latest episode of the Africa Legal Podcast, Scott Cowan interviews Audrey Alevina, the founding partner of Alevina and Partners, a law firm which started in Gabon and has now extended internationally through Dubai.
In their conversation, Audrey shares her experiences of founding her law firm, overcoming obstacles in the male-dominated legal sector, and expanding into asset management with Dhow Advisory, an asset management business based in London and the United Arab Emirates.
Audrey emphasises the importance of authenticity, resilience and leveraging mentorship in her career journey. She also points out the need to adapt to changes in Africa’s legal sector. Audrey says her firm’s focus on innovative legal services and legal structuring has helped her stand out and grow strategically.
As African legal markets evolve, Audrey encourages aspiring lawyers to think out of the box and develop a bold strategy. Success, she believes, lies not just in legal knowledge but also in deeply understanding the nuances of the socio-political and economic climate of their region.
Release date: 19 November 2024
The journey so far |
Audrey Alevina & Scott Cowan
Press Release
Alévina & Partners Capital acts as sole Financial Advisor to the Republic of Gabon on its USD 580 million Eurobond
Libreville, 26 October 2026 – Alévina & Partners Capital is pleased to announce that it acted as sole Financial Advisor to the Republic of Gabon on its successful USD 580 million Eurobond issuance of 14 October 2026.
Led by Audrey Alevina, founding Partner, the firm advised on the transaction, which resulted in an eight-year Eurobond maturing in 2034, with a coupon of 9.375% and a yield of 12.800%.
Strong investor demand
The bond roadshow engaged 110 investors and attracted nearly USD 1 billion in orders, almost twice the target amount.
The transaction achieved a risk premium approximately 50 basis points lower than that of Gabon’s July issuance, despite its longer maturity and a challenging market environment characterised by rising U.S. Treasury yields.
As Gabon’s first public offering since 2021, the transaction broadens the country’s international investor base and supports its debt management strategy by extending debt maturities and diversifying financing sources. It also forms part of Gabon’s broader efforts to strengthen public debt transparency, building on the first comprehensive audit of the country’s public debt. The audit has informed ongoing discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on a potential programme.
The firm worked alongside the Gabonese authorities, led by the Minister of Economy and Finance, Mr Thierry Minko.
A step forward in Gabon’s access to international capital markets
Commenting on the transaction, Audrey Alévina said:
“Markets were highly volatile, with U.S. Treasury yields exceeding 5.25%, creating one of the most challenging environments since 2007. Through consistent transparency and open dialogue with the 110 investors we met, we sought to reinforce confidence in Gabon and strengthen trust in its economic outlook. The resulting risk premium and a yield within the Gabon’s curve – which is unprecedent on the continent – reflects the tremendous efforts of our team and the wider Gabonese administration, under the leadership of the Minister of Economy and Finance, Mr Thierry Minko.
Audrey Alévina
As the first Gabonese firm appointed Financial Advisor to the Republic on a transaction of this significance, it has been an honour to work alongside my compatriots, with the support of Bank of America. Seeing our collective efforts succeed has been immensely rewarding.”
About Alévina & Partners Capital
Alévina & Partners Capital is the financial advisory arm of the Alévina & Partners group, which operates across Libreville, Dubai and Mauritius.
The firm draws on the experience of Audrey Alévina, who has led Alévina & Partners, a law firm advising institutional investors, for more than 14 years. Her professional background also includes six years at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in finance and five years as founding partner of Dhow Advisory, a financial advisory firm she led between Dubai and London.
Alévina & Partners Capital combines in-depth knowledge of Gabon and the wider CEMAC region with an established network of investors and relationships across the Middle East. This combination of local expertise and international reach positions the firm to advise on financial transactions involving Gabon and regional and international capital markets.
Alévina & Partners headquarters
Alévina & Partners is a Gabonese law firm offering a local service to foreign investors.
Gabon:
Immeuble Gabon Meca
Center-ville Libreville
United Arab Emirates:
Representation branch
Sheikh Rashid Tower
Dubaï World Trade centre