Edwin Ngwafor is a Partner at NGWAFOR & Partners, one of Cameroon's leading law firms, specialising in corporate law, gaming regulation, and cross-border transactions across Africa. A trusted advisor in Cameroon's fast-growing betting sector, he provides strategic guidance to betting operators, payment service providers (PSPs), and investors on navigating complex regulatory frameworks, securing licenses, and executing high-value integrations.
With extensive experience structuring agreements for payment platforms and fintech partnerships, Edwin also leads major corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, PPPs, and restructuring, particularly for clients in gaming and financial services.
As an accredited attorney with the African Intellectual Property Organisation (OAPI), Edwin safeguards global brands including gaming IP rights across the OAPI region. He also serves as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Yaounde II (Soa) mentoring the next generation of legal professionals.
Edwin holds a PhD in Law from the University of Glasgow, an LLM from University College London (UCL), and an LLB (Hons) from the University of Sheffield. He is a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Cameroon and has been called to the Bar of England and Wales by The Honourable Society of Lincoln's Inn.
