Africa Forum Conflict Resolution Centre agreement signed at AFSA JAW 2026

In a historic moment for African-led peace and dispute resolution, four former Heads of State, HE Joaquim Alberto Chissano (Mozambique), HE Uhuru Kenyatta (Kenya), HE Goodluck Jonathan (Nigeria), and HE Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (Liberia), on behalf of the Forum for Former African Heads of State and Government (Africa Forum), have signed a Letter of Understanding (LoU) with the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA). 6 May 2026 Read more

Johannesburg Arbitration Week 2026 to examine arbitration’s role in a fragmented global order

Johannesburg Arbitration Week (JAW) 2026 will bring together leading arbitrators, judges, former heads of state, legal practitioners, policymakers and business leaders in Johannesburg from 5 to 7 May 2026 to explore arbitration’s evolving role in Africa’s trade, investment and sustainable development landscape. 14 Apr 2026 Read more

Local conference to spotlight arbitration in May

Against a backdrop of global geopolitical shifts, rapid technological advances and evolving regional economic frameworks, arbitration is set to play a defining role in shaping the future of trade, investment and sustainable development in Africa. 12 Mar 2026 Read more