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2026 Africa Arbitration Academy Programme

Organisation: Africa Arbitration Academy
Application deadline: 19 December 2025
Format: On-site
Location: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Start Date: 8 June 2026
Duration: 3 weeks

About

Applications for the 2026 Africa Arbitration Academy Programme in London are now open and will close on 19 December 2025. The programme offers a high-level training opportunity for legal and arbitration professionals seeking to strengthen their expertise in international arbitration with a focus on Africa-related disputes. Applicants must hold a valid visa to travel to the United Kingdom or be in a position to apply for the required visa at the time of submitting their application.

Eligibility

Eligibility for participation includes:

  • Being a permanent resident of any country in Africa.
  • Being a member of the Association of Young Arbitrators (AYA). Kindly send resume and cover letter to [email protected] for membership application
  • Being employed by a law firm, arbitration institution, company, or any organization bearing a link with the practice of arbitration.
  •  Excellent academic and professional background.
  • Committed to developing skills in international arbitration in Africa.
  • Fluency in English.
  • Being at least 18 years old and not exceed the age of 45 by the start of the program.

Requirements

  • Updated Resume
  • Motivation Letter
  • How the programme will contribute to your career

Apply by completing the form in the link below:

Target group

Civil societyAcademia

Website

https://africaarbitrationacademy.org/application-guidelines/
Funding

Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency (EISMEA). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.