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African in-house counsel honored at insights-filled ACGC Conference

Earlier this month, the seventh African Corporate and Government Counsel Forum (ACGG) conference was held in Zambia, bringing together in-house lawyers from across Africa to connect, learn, and recognise excellence in their community. The three-day event was capped with the ACGC 2025 Awards Night.

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Mauritius: harnessing the benefits of AI in financial services while protecting consumers

Last month, the Financial Services Commission (FSC) in Mauritius issued new guidance notes on the Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Financial Services. Rajiv Gujadhur and Nawsheen Jaulim of Bowmans Mauritius examine the FSC’s unified framework along with benefits, risks, and challenges

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Forward-looking discussions and meaningful collaboration highlight OA Energy Leadership Forum

On 1 October, the first-ever Energy Leadership Forum was hosted in Cape Town by Olaniwun Ajayi, in partnership with Africa Legal. The successful side event of AEW 2025 explored the evolving landscape of indigenous participation in Africa’s energy industry.

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Together as One: Alliott Global Alliance strengthens West African presence with addition of OAKS Legal

With 240 member firms operating out of over 100 countries, the Alliott Global Alliance is a worldwide alliance of independent legal, accounting, and advisory firms. Now it has announced the appointment of OAKS Legal as its exclusive law firm in Ghana.

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The power of bringing people doing business in Africa (or wanting to) together in the room: AFSIC Day 1

AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2025, one of the most influential investment events focused on Africa, is currently taking place in London. A powerful first day was packed with vital connections, information sharing, key conversations, and deal momentum

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How the new draft Central Bank of Kenya regulations would impact banks, DFIs, fintechs and SMEs if passed

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has invited public comments by 15 October on draft CBK (Credit Guarantee Business) Regulations 2025. Janet Othero of Cavendrys analyses how CBK proposes to bring credit guarantee businesses under prudential supervision

New Togo-based firm launched by highly experienced business advisory and disputes lawyer Edem Zotchi

With nearly 20 years experience at the crossroads of the energy, infrastructure, and financing sectors, leading Togolese lawyer Edem Zotchi last week announced the establishment of a new law firm, Zotchi Avocats, based in Lomé, Togo’s capital city.

Africa Legal | News Jobs Course Events

African in-house counsel honored at insights-filled ACGC Conference

Mauritius: harnessing the benefits of AI in financial services while protecting consumers

Forward-looking discussions and meaningful collaboration highlight OA Energy Leadership Forum

Together as One: Alliott Global Alliance strengthens West African presence with addition of OAKS Legal

Featured Events

The power of bringing people doing business in Africa (or wanting to) together in the room: AFSIC Day 1

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African in-house counsel honored at insights-filled ACGC Conference

SA Constitutional Court ruling on parental leave a ‘significant step’ towards equality in workplace

ECOWAS Court of Justice a vital institution that requires reform, says Nigerian Attorney-General

Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya and Chinyere Moneme inspire next generations as new Nigerian silks

Beyond sales: legaltech provider AJS partners with Leah Molatseli to shift narratives on client engagement

Amaechi Nsofor, Grant Thornton’s Head of Africa Business, honoured at 2025 The Black Scottish Awards

Leaders call for greater voice for Africa and Global South among UN reforms to reflect modern world

Africa requires broad-based, radical reforms to lower investment risk and attract greater FDI

AfGAC website launched as part of mission to promote cross-continental dispute resolution and trade

Energy transition must not sideline development or deepen poverty, say African leaders at AOW

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Spotlight on Senegal: economic reform and investor opportunities

Bridging the gap between international capital, opportunity, and the African growth story

Women Who Lead: giving women meaningful opportunities to lead high-impact matters

Women Who Lead Q+A: Integrity, mentoring, and continuing to learn

Women’s Month: Leading with agility, clarity, and courage

Women Who Lead: Justice, for all

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Forward-looking discussions and meaningful collaboration highlight OA Energy Leadership Forum

An Inflexible Barrier

SA Constitutional Court ruling on parental leave a ‘significant step’ towards equality in workplace

Thomson Wilks continues next-gen growth by welcoming Sive Dukada as an associate

Power of bringing people doing business in Africa - or wanting to - together in the room (AFSIC)

How the new draft Central Bank of Kenya regulations would impact banks, DFIs, fintechs and SMEs if passed

New Togo-based firm launched by highly experienced business advisory and disputes lawyer Edem Zotchi