Tag: events

SABA targets trade growth at London event

The Scottish Africa Business Association (SABA) is gearing up for the 2024 Scotland London Africa Week which aims to further strengthen trade ties between Scotland and Africa.

ALN Kenya helps shape future trade and investment

ALN Kenya is set to make a significant impact at the highly anticipated Inspire and Connect East Africa event organised by Bpifrance in Nairobi, Kenya this week.

The Evolution of the GC Forum

Investing in African Mining Indaba and Africa Legal are delighted to announce a new chapter of evolution and growth for the renowned General Counsel Forum.

Investing in Africa’s Digital Economy

Africa is on the brink of a digital revolution, but an estimated 40–60% of the continent’s population remains unconnected to the internet. Jackson, Etti & Edu hope their upcoming event will help change the status quo.

World-renowned leaders set to gather for LIDW

London International Disputes Week (LIDW) has unveiled the agenda for its Main Conference taking place on 4 June, which features a line-up of internationally renowned names from the legal, business and political sectors.

Registration open for Nigerian business law conference

The Nigerian Bar Association Section on Business Law (NBA-SBL) has announced the theme of its 18th Annual International Business Law Conference: Survive and THRIVE.

Fostering legal collaboration between Tanzania and the UK

In an enlightening gathering on 7 March 2024, leading legal minds convened in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, for a managing partner roundtable discussion jointly organised by Africa Legal and the UK Ministry of Justice's GREAT Legal Services campaign.

Kinnear to deliver closing address at LIDW24

The organisers of London International Disputes Week (LIDW) have announced that Meg Kinnear, Secretary-General of the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), and Vice-President of the World Bank, will deliver the closing keynote address at this year’s Core Conference on 4 June.

General counsel’s role in advancing business growth

The role of general counsel in advancing business growth in a changing geopolitical landscape has become even more critical when it comes to handling disputes, writes Paul Ogemba.

Support for African trading bloc gathers momentum

The dream of Africa having a viable economic bloc is becoming a reality, and actors in the legal and business sectors have been exploring ways to eliminate barriers that have slowed the process, writes Paul Ogemba.

Harambee: Joining hands across the legal divide

In the spirit of harambee (pulling together in Swahili), the UK government and Africa Legal have embarked on a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at fostering unity and shared growth between the legal sectors of the UK and East Africa.

Marrying two cultures in a JV that works

Automotive manufacturers and mining companies might seem like strange bedfellows, but more and more joint ventures are being seen between original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and mining companies, writes Sheena Carnie.

Sharing Nigeria’s potential with the world

Stren & Blan Partners has great plans to expand regionally in the nearest future and is excited about Nigeria’s economic awakening. Christian Aniukwu told Africa Legal about their plans to showcase Nigeria to the world.

Embracing the power of positive disruption

Are general counsel the disruptors or the disrupted, asked Liz Snodgrass at Africa Legal’s General Counsel Forum which rounded off the 2024 Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town in early February, writes Sheena Carnie.

Positive disruptors driving change in the mining realm

Generally when you come across a group of lawyers discussing a coup it’s a bad thing, but in this case it was all proactive advice during the tea break at the fifth annual GC Forum on the fringes of the 2024 Investing in African Mining Indaba, writes Sheena Carnie.

UK Government & Africa Legal: Forging relationships and building capacity across East Africa’s disputes resolution sector

Disputes expert Poupak Anjomshoaa will join the GREAT Legal Services delegation visiting Kenya and Tanzania in early March, looking to foster collaboration with local lawyers and stakeholders. She spoke to Craig Sisterson about the dynamic future of East Africa’s legal landscape.

Lady Chief Justice Lady Carr to speak at LIDW24

London International Disputes Week (LIDW) has announced the Rt Hon. the Baroness Carr of Walton-on-the-Hill, Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, will address delegates at this year’s Core Conference.

UK Government and Africa Legal: Forging ties and sharing knowledge in East Africa

The UK Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and GREAT Legal Services have once again teamed up with Africa Legal to host a series of events, this time in Nairobi, Kenya, and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, in early March 2024, specifically focussed on fostering collaboration between UK and East African legal practitioners.

How legal expertise is helping the mining sector face the challenges ahead

Ahead of 2024 Mining Indaba, Africa’s leading conference for the mining sector, UK Justice Minister Mike Freer pens his thoughts on the trends that are shaping the sector, the role of in-house legal teams as a driver for positive change, and what the UK government is doing to support them.

Addressing illegal mining

Investing in African Mining Indaba, taking place in Cape Town from 5 to 8 February 2024, is drawing a host of high level attendees, among them renowned legal expert Stephen Thibedi Nthite who will share strategies on combating the pervasive issue of illegal mining.

Resolving Africa’s energy disputes: Collaboration is key

Energy disputes across Africa require a nuanced understanding of both local and international legal landscapes. Robert Wheal, a UK-based practitioner working extensively in Africa, shared his valuable insights on these complexities and the crucial role of collaboration at the Africa Energy Dispute Resolution Roundtable.

Resolving Africa’s energy disputes: Ethiopia

Ethiopia’s vast untapped natural resource potential presents a significant opportunity for the country to develop its energy sector, enhance energy access, and promote sustainable development. Dawit Kidane shared his insight on disputes in this sector at the Africa Energy Dispute Resolution Roundtable.

Resolving Africa’s energy disputes: Nigeria

Nigeria’s legal and regulatory landscape has some unique challenges when it comes to resolving energy sector disputes. Dayo Adu shared his insights on how to manage these disputes and the value of collaborating with international counsel at the Africa Energy Dispute Resolution Roundtable.

Resolving Africa’s energy disputes: South Africa

While energy disputes in South Africa share many of the challenges that affect the conduct of energy disputes in other jurisdictions, the backdrop is of a country desperate for the sustainable provision of energy. Sarah McKenzie, partner at Webber Wentzel, shared some insights into this growing and competitive market at the Africa Energy Dispute Resolution Roundtable.

Mining the value of GCs at Mining Indaba 2024

Leading in-house lawyers, compliance heads and executives will gather en-masse in Cape Town on Thursday 8 February for the annual General Counsel Forum 2024, held as part of the Investing in African Mining Indaba.

Resolving Africa’s energy disputes through international collaboration

Last year Africa Legal attended the International Bar Association Conference, the largest legal event in the world. In addition to hearing updates on the latest trends in the global legal sector, we helped host a productive and insightful African Energy Disputes Roundtable with the UK Ministry of Justice GREAT Legal Services campaign at the British Embassy in Paris.

Understanding the ethics around clinical trials

Nigeria is rapidly gaining popularity as a hub for medical research and clinical trials, but this brings with it a host of legal issues. In an effort to clarify the situation, Famsville Solicitors are hosting a webinar focusing on the legal requirements and participants’ rights in clinical trials.

Law graduates’ guide to success

Embarking on a legal career in today’s competitive landscape requires more than just academic prowess; it demands a strategic approach to personal branding and interview preparedness. Africa Legal has just the tools you need.

Keeping a finger on the North African energy pulse

The North Africa Energy & Hydrogen Exhibition and Conference (NAPEC) takes place in Oran, Algeria, this week. Rodolfo Drudi and Mazilda Kerkouche told Africa Legal how they use the event to prepare in advance for challenges their clients will face.

Expanding securitisation appetite in Africa

After a year that saw several landmark securitisation transactions in West Africa, interest is growing ahead of this week’s Africa Securitisation Forum in Togo.

Hope for policy stability in Nigeria

As part of its contribution towards driving the discourse for a robust economy, Stren & Blan Partners, recently hosted a Business Adaptability Summit in collaboration with the Nigerian-German Chamber of Commerce (NGCC) and AHK.

Introducing investors to their next big opportunity

Africa is literally bursting with investment opportunities, but it’s often challenging for those looking for capital to get access to the right investors. This is where AFSIC enters the room.

The lawyer as rule-of-law activist

This year the Cyrus R Vance Center for International Justice celebrates its twentieth anniversary and is highlighting the organisation with a three-day program in Johannesburg in mid-October.

Are we ready for the leap?

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now part of everyday life in countless ways. A panel discussion at the Nairobi Centre for International Arbitration’s inaugural Arbitration Week looked specifically at AI’s application in arbitration and pondered whether we’re ready for the leap.

Africa’s place in the global energy market

With recent geopolitical events affecting access to resources, Olaniwun Ajayi and the Energy Council hosted a breakfast briefing on 27 September 2023 focusing on Africa’s Energy Transition and analysing to what extent Africa is poised to become a key player in the global energy markets.

Nigeria’s changing immigration landscape

All around the world immigration is fraught with challenges. Famsville Solicitors’ recent roundtable took a closer look at new trends and opportunities in Nigeria’s immigration policies.

Matching business and investment opportunities

AFSIC – Investing in Africa 2023 will welcome over 1200 delegates to two days of high-level meetings, dialogue and networking focused on investment opportunities in Africa.

Uniting for global challenge and opportunity

London International Disputes Week (LIDW) has announced its theme for LIDW24. The 2024 conference will focus on how the international disputes community is “Uniting for global challenge and opportunity”.

Creating connections across Africa

Alliott Global Alliance (AGA), one of the largest and fastest growing global multidisciplinary alliances, recently held its Africa Regional Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, helping foster business relationships.

African Legal Award winners shine bright

The African legal community, dressed in their finest black tie and traditional dress, celebrated another year of fantastic achievements at the 10th annual African Legal Awards ceremony at the Hilton Sandton in Johannesburg on Friday evening.

Grow your cultural competence to prosper

Each day there are more opportunities for law firms to work across jurisdictions and engage a broader range of clients, but a lack of cultural competence can hinder their progress. Join Africa Legal Learn for a webinar to pick up some of the keys to success in this arena.

Plotting Nigeria’s energy transition

Stakeholders agree that the journey to growth and sustainability in the Nigerian energy sector should start with investment in gas infrastructure and renewable sources. Alfred Olufemi reports on discussions at the OABD summit.

Why lawyers need to be data analysts too

It might seem like data analysis wouldn’t normally be part of a lawyer’s remit, but when it comes to negotiations, having access to good quality data and being able to use it to its full potential can swing things in your favour.

Data – your secret weapon in complex negotiations

Negotiating is a large part of what lawyers do, and in order to ensure the best outcomes for you and your clients in each and every negotiation, it is paramount that you are properly prepared. Data analytics is one of the primary mechanisms for achieving exactly that.