ABOUT PAULA
Paula Ochango is an infrastructure and projects lawyer working at the intersection of law, infrastructure development, project finance and strategy across Africa.
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Paula Ochango is an infrastructure and projects lawyer currently serving as Legal Counsel within Mota-Engil’s African operations. Her work spans infrastructure development, PPPs, project finance, construction contracting and complex cross-border transactions.
Beyond her legal practice, Paula contributes to conversations around infrastructure development, women in construction, leadership and the future of African infrastructure through speaking, writing and industry initiatives.
WHERE I ADD VALUE
Infrastructure development • PPPs • Project finance • Strategic transactions • Governance • Policy • African market insight
Paula’s experience spans working alongside developers, investors, financiers, public authorities, consultants and multidisciplinary project teams across African infrastructure markets.
MY JOURNEY
Beginning of professional practice in infrastructure and commercial law.
Professional experience supporting infrastructure and PPP transactions in Kenya.
Expanded regional work across multiple African jurisdictions.
Legal Counsel within Mota-Engil’s African operations and Compliance Focal Point.
SPEAKING & INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT
Paula is available for selected speaking, moderation and industry engagements relating to infrastructure, PPPs, construction, leadership and women in infrastructure.
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This website shares Paula’s professional experience, ideas and industry engagement in her personal capacity. References to projects do not imply personal representation or engagement by the relevant entities or stakeholders.
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