Building Africa’s Future of Dispute Resolution | 15, 17-18 June 2026
3 Days. 2 Flagship Events. 1 Vision: Peace Through ADR
Next week, the Africa Centre for Collaborative Dispute Resolution – AfCCoDR takes center stage with 2 major virtual events designed to position Africa as a global hub for mediation and arbitration.
Join legal experts, UNCITRAL officers, mediators, arbitrators, and AfCFTA stakeholders as we advance ADR capacity, credibility, and impact across the continent.
About AfCCoDR ADR Week 2026
AfCCoDR ADR Week 2026 is a 3-day virtual convening hosted by AfCCoDR in partnership with UNCITRAL and ACPSEA. It brings together global standards and African expertise to address how Alternative Dispute Resolution can unlock trade, investment, and peace under AfCFTA.
From UNCITRAL frameworks to Africa’s ADR future, this week is your opportunity to learn, network, and lead.
UNCITRAL Day in Africa 2026
Monday, 15th June 2026 | 11:00am GMT | Online via Zoom
Theme: UNCITRAL Mediation and Arbitration Rules: Lessons for AfCFTA for Non-State Actors Dispute Resolution
In partnership with the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law – UNCITRAL, this high-level forum explores how UNCITRAL standards modernize international trade law and resolve disputes for businesses under AfCFTA.
You’ll learn: UNCITRAL frameworks, applying rules to AfCFTA disputes, harmonization across jurisdictions.
Speakers: Benjamin Herisset + Judith Knieper from UNCITRAL Secretariat, Isaac Asare, Dr. Kenfack Gaston, Elom Gold Amaka, Foluke Akinmoladun FCArb
Africa ADR Conference 2026
Wednesday-Thursday, 17-18 June 2026 | 11:00am-4:00pm GMT daily | Online via Zoom
Theme: Positioning Africa as a Hub for ADR
Hosted with ACPSEA, this 2-day conference examines mediation, arbitration, capacity building, and ADR’s role in Africa’s economic growth and social stability.
You’ll gain: Insights from Prof. Emilia Onyema, Foluke Akinmoladun, Isaac Asare + 15+ African ADR leaders. Panels, case studies, and networking.
Tracks: ADR & Economic Growth, Institutional Credibility, Technology in Dispute Resolution, Capacity Building for the Next Generation
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Why Attend Both?
- Complete the Loop: Day 1 = Global standards with UNCITRAL. Days 2-3 = African application + practice.
- Earn 2 E-Certificates: Get a certificate of participation for each event you attend live.
- Network Across Continents: Connect with UNCITRAL officers, judges, practitioners, and AfCFTA stakeholders in one place.
- Free Access: No fees. Just register once for all sessions.
Who Should Attend
Lawyers, arbitrators, mediators, legal officers, judges, academics, AfCFTA stakeholders, government officials, business owners, and anyone committed to ADR in Africa.
Event Details at a Glance
| Event | Date | Time – GMT | Format |
| UNCITRAL Day in Africa 2026 | Mon 15 June 2026 | 11:00am-2:00pm | Zoom Live |
| Africa ADR Conference 2026 | Wed-Thu 17-18 June 2026 | 11:00am-4:00pm daily | Zoom Live |
Register Now
Use Registration Buttons above to Secure Your Free Spot for ADR Week. After registering, save to your calendar invites + Zoom links for both events.
About the Organizers
- AfCCoDR: Pan-African ADR institution with the mission “Bringing Peace to Every Home in Africa”. We train, advocate, and build ADR institutions across Africa.
- UNCITRAL: UN body harmonizing international trade law for 50+ years through arbitration and mediation rules used worldwide.
- ACPSEA: Network of African experts in conflict, peace and security advancing research and policy dialogue.
FAQs
- Can I attend just 1 event? Yes. Select your sessions during registration. But we recommend both for full context.
- Is there a fee? No. Both events are free with registration.
- Will recordings be shared? Yes, to registered participants after the event.
- Certificates? E-certificates issued for each event attended live.
AfCCoDR: Bringing Peace to Every Home in Africa
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