Events
5th East Africa Pre-Moot and Arbitration Conference
The 5th East Africa Pre-Moot will take place in Nairobi, Kenya from 17 to 21 February 2026. Interested teams, arbitrators and prospective sponsors of the event are welcome, as we bring the truly global nature of international arbitration, commercial law and the Vis Moot to the African continent. Please express your interest and register by contacting eapm@africainthemoot.com.
This award-winning event is the only event of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa, and comprises two days of workshops and trainings for Africa in the Moot teams, networking opportunities for teams and practitioners alike, and the pre-moot competition. The Pre-Moot Competition will be held over 20-21 February 2025.
Further details will be circulated in due course.
Education and Training Series | Legal Writing for the Respondent with Dr. Benjamin Hayward, Isaiah Bozimo SAN and Lavesh Kirpalani
Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 33rd Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot and the 23rd Vis East Competition.
With the Claimant’s Memorandum soon to be submitted, it’s time to change hats. Join us for a dynamic panel discussion with Dr. Benjamin Hayward, Isaiah Bozimo SAN, and Lavesh Kirpalani as they dive into legal writing as a respondent and what makes a powerful Respondent’s Memorandum. This session will unpack strategy, structure, and the key elements that elevate a respondent brief from good to outstanding. This session will be hosted by our Chair of the Education & Committee Member, MarcAnthony Bonanno and Latoya Masango Member of the Education & Training Committee,
Wednesday, 17 December 2025 @ 12:00PM GMT, 13:00PM CET / WAT, 3:00PM EAT, 8:00PM SGT
Watch on the Arbitration Channel on YouTube Live: Legal Writing for the Respondent with Dr. Benjamin Hayward, Isaiah Bozimo SAN and Lavesh Kirpalani - YouTube
Education and Training Series | Exploring the Intersection of the SIAC Rules and the Vis Moot Problem
Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 33rd Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot and the 23rd Vis East Competition, in collaboration with the Singapore International Arbitration Centre.
Join us to explore the intersection of the Rules of the Singapore International Arbitration Centre and the 33rd Vis Moot Problem. Led by SIAC’s Deputy Registrar, Samuel Leong, and Deputy Counsel, Olusola Odunsi, this session will address how the SIAC Rules operate in practice and how they shape this year’s problem, providing essential insights for every team preparing for the 33rd Vis Moot and 23rd Vis East. This session will be moderated by Director, Pavan Swamy, and Deputy Chair of the Education & Training Committee, Ghada Arfaoui.
Wednesday, 26 November 2025 @ 11:30AM GMT, 12:30PM CET / WAT, 2:30PM EAT, 7:30PM SGT
Watch on the Arbitration Channel on YouTube Live: Exploring the Intersection of the SIAC Rules and the Vis Moot Problem - YouTube
Education and Training Series | Navigating CISG Exemptions: Insights from Prof. Ingeborg Schwenzer
Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 33rd Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot and the 23rd Vis East Competition.
Join us for a critical session on Navigating CISG Exemptions: Insights from Prof. Ingeborg Schwenzer. We are honoured to welcome Prof. Ingeborg Schwenzer, one of the most influential voices in CISG scholarship, for a deep dive into one of the most challenging areas of the CISG. Whether you are preparing for the 33rd Vis Moot or 23rd Vis East, or looking to strengthen your understanding of CISG, this session brings expert guidance right when teams need it. This session will be hosted by Director, Erin Cronjé and Member of the Education & Training Committee, Warren de Waegh.
Wednesday, 26 November 2025 @ 4:00PM GMT, 5:00PM CET / WAT, 7:00PM EAT
Watch on the Arbitration Channel on YouTube Live: Navigating CISG Exemptions: Insights from Prof. Ingeborg Schwenzer - YouTube
Education and Training Series | In Conversation with Prof. Shaughnessy: An Insight into the Work of the Vis Moot Association
Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 33rd Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot and the 23rd Vis East Competition.
Join us for a special conversation with another Vis Moot Master: Prof. Patricia Shaughnessy. A distinguished leader in the international arbitration and President of the Vis Moot Association, Dr. Shaughnessy will share her insights on the Association’s work, its impact on the global moot community, and how it shapes the Vis Moot experience for thousands of students each year. This conversation offers a rare inside look at the engine behind the world’s largest international commercial arbitration moot. Whether you’re participating in the Vis Moot for the first time or returning as a seasoned mooter or coach, this is an opportunity to deepen your understanding of the institution that makes the Vis Moot possible. This session will be moderated by Chair of the Education & Training Committee, MarcAnthony Bonanno.
Monday, 24 November 2025 @ 4:00PM GMT, 5:00PM CET / WAT 7:00PM EAT
Watch on the Arbitration Channel on YouTube Live: In Conversation with Prof. Shaughnessy: An Insight into the Work of the Vis Moot Association - YouTube
Education and Training Series | Prof. Mistelis and Prof. Huber: An Overview of the CISG in Practice
Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 33rd Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot and the 23rd Vis East Competition.
Join us for a special panel discussion led by Prof Loukas Mistelis FCIArb, Partner at Clyde & Co, and Prof. Dr Peter Huber, Professor of Law at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, on the CISG in Practice. From theory to practice, the CISG lies at the core of international trade law and the Vis Moot experience. Whether you’re new to the Moot or looking to sharpen your understanding, this session will unpack how the CISG comes alive in the Moot and beyond. This session will be moderated by our own Director Benjamin Ng'eno and Education Committee member Loredana Johanna Eißner (LL.M).
Monday, 17 November 2025 @ 4:00PM GMT / WAT / 5:00PM CET, 7:00PM EAT
Watch on the Arbitration Channel on YouTube Live: Prof. Mistelis and Prof. Huber: An Overview of the CISG in Practice - YouTube
Education and Training Series | In Conversation with Prof. Stefan Kröll: The Making of the Vis Moot
Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 33rd Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot and the 23rd Vis East Competition.
The Africa in the Moot Education Series is back, and we’re starting strong - new season, new insights, same Vis Moot spirit! To open the 2025/2026 season, we’re joined by one of the pillars of the Vis Moot community, Prof. Dr. Stefan Kröll, LL.M, Professor and Director of the Centre for International Dispute Resolution at Bucerius Law School, Hamburg - a Vis Moot Master whose name is synonymous with the Moot itself. In this special session, “In Conversation with Prof. Stefan Kröll: The Making of the 33rd Vis Moot,” we go behind the scenes of how one of the world’s most celebrated moot problems comes to life. The session will be moderated by our very own Pavan Swamy, Director of Africa in the Moot & Associate Teaching Fellow, Deakin Law School, Melbourne, with opening remarks and season kick-off by Africa in the Moot Director, Erin Cronjé.
Tuesday, 13 October 2025 @ 2:00PM GMT / WAT / 3:00PM CET, 4:00PM EAT
Watch on the Arbitration Channel on YouTube Live: In Conversation with Prof. Kroll: The Making of the Vis Moot - YouTube
Education and Training Series | Use of Confidential and Settlement Communications in International Arbitration
Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 32nd Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot.
We're back with another installment of the EduSeries, with experts in their jurisdictions. Join us to hear Elodie Dulac, FCIArb, Isaiah Bozimo SAN and Dr. Bernd Ehle who will be addressing the use of confidential and settlement communications in international arbitration - a useful discussion for all procedural speakers in this year's Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. The session will be moderated by our Director Erin Cronjé and Dr. Fabricio Fortese, FCIArb, member of our Education and Training Committee.
Wednesday, 5 March 2025 @ 5:00PM GMT, 6:00PM CET / WAT, 8:00PM EAT
Watch on the Arbitration Channel on YouTube Live: Use of Confidential and Settlement Communications in International Arbitration - YouTube
4th East Africa Pre-Moot & Arbitration Conference
The 4th East Africa Pre-Moot will take place in Nairobi, Kenya from 17 to 21 February 2025. This award-winning event is the only event of its kind in Sub-Saharan Africa, and comprises two days of workshops and trainings for Africa in the Moot teams, networking opportunities for teams and practitioners alike, and the pre-moot competition.
The Pre-Moot Competition will be held over 20-21 February 2025.
Interested teams, arbitrators and prospective sponsors of the event are welcome, as we bring the truly global nature of international arbitration, commercial law and the Vis Moot to the African continent. Please express your interest and register by contacting info@africainthemoot.com.
Further details will be circulated in due course.
Alfred Deakin International Commercial Arbitration Moot 2024, Oral Rounds
In partnership with Deakin University and the Deakin Law School, many Africa in the Moot teams are invited to participate in this virtual moot. In 2024 12 teams will be participating. The Alfred Deakin ICA Moot provides law students from Australia and overseas with the opportunity to develop practical skills, and engage with international commercial law and arbitration.
By participating in the moot, students can develop their advocacy skills and engage with experienced legal professionals, allowing them to expand their knowledge and network with potential future colleagues. Good luck to all participants!
Read more about the Deakin Moot: Alfred Deakin ICA Moot | Deakin
31st Willem C. Vis Moot International Commercial Arbitration Moot Competition, Oral Rounds in Vienna
We are excited to continue breaking records for African participation in this prestigious event, with 12 teams participating in-person in Vienna. This is the largest cohort of Sub-Saharan African teams that has participated in the Vis Moot history, and indicates an increase African representation of over 350% since 2021. Best of luck to all teams!
14th Educational Training Session | Amanda J. Lee FCIArb on Building Your Career, Etiquette and Networking at the Vis Moot
14th Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by Erin Cronjé & Annie Adikin
Monday, 11 March 2024 @ 5:00PM GMT, 6:00PM WAT / CET, 7:00PM CAT, 8:00PM EAT, 10:00pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: Building Your Career, Etiquette and Networking at the Vis Moot - YouTube
3rd Annual East Africa Pre-Moot
Third time is the charm! We are proud to present the 3rd Annual East Africa Pre-Moot, with 12 competing teams from 8 African nations. The East Africa Pre-Moot is the largest in-person Pre-Moot in Sub-Saharan Africa for the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot. The East Africa Pre-Moot comprises 2 days of intensive workshops, followed by 2 days of oral arguments, and exciting social events for all participants in between. It is the only event of it’s kind.
For many participating teams, this year is their respective university’s first year competing. For most teams, the East Africa Pre-Moot will be their first opportunity to test their skills against other teams, in person, and to build on their networks. We offer all participating students, coaches and participants four exciting days with great academic opportunities that will offer students valuable skills for their competition in the Willem C. Vis Moot, as well as for their future careers.
13th Educational Training Session | Jennifer Glasser and Efat Elsherif on Approaches to International Commercial Arbitration and Investment Treaty Arbitration
13th Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by Stephen Fleischer & Temitope BadejoTuesday, 6 February 2024 @ 6:00PM GMT, 7:00PM WAT / CET, 8:00PM CAT, 9:00PM EAT, 10:00pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: International Commercial Arbitration and Investment Treaty Arbitration - YouTube
12th Educational Training Session | Prof. Dana McGrath on Do's and Don'ts of Oral Advocacy for the Vis Moot
Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by MarcAnthony Bonanno and Bethel Kassa
Monday, 29 January 2024 @ 6:00PM GMT, 7:00PM WAT / CET, 8:00PM CAT, 9:00PM EAT, 10:00pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: Do's and Don'ts of Oral Advocacy at the Vis Moot - YouTube
11th Educational Training Session | Colleen Parker Bacquet & Benjamin Ng'eno (ICA 4) on ICC Arbitration Rules and the Vis Moot
11th Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by Erin CronjéMonday, 15 January 2024 @ 5:00PM GMT, 6:00PM WAT / CET, 7:00PM CAT, 8:00PM EAT, 10:00pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: ICC Arbitration Rules and the Vis Moot
10th Educational Training Session | Prof. Ron Brand on Advanced Vis Moot Legal Writing
10th Session of the Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by Stephen Fleischer & Ghada ArfaouiWednesday, 10 January 2024 @ 5:00PM GMT, 6:00PM WAT / CET, 7:00PM CAT, 8:00PM EAT, 9:00pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: Advanced Vis Moot Legal Writing - YouTube
9th Educational Training Session | Thomas Snijder on Consolidation of Claims Under the ICC Arbitration Rules
Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by MarcAnthony Bonanno and Bethel Kassa
Tuesday, 9 January 2024 @ 5:00PM GMT, 6:00PM WAT / CET, 6:00PM CAT, 8:00PM EAT, 9:00pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: Consolidation of Claims Under the ICC Arbitration Rules - YouTube
8th Educational Training Session | Duties of information and Art. 77 and Art. 80 of the CISG
8th Session of the Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by Stephen Fleischer & Silke Schusser
Wednesday, 20 December 2023 @ 5:00PM GMT, 6:00PM WAT / CET, 7:00PM CAT, 8:00PM EAT, 9:00pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: Africa in the Moot | Prof. Ingeborg Schwenzer - YouTube
7th Educational Training Session | Roles and Perspectives of Tribunal Secretaries
7th Session of the Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by MarcAnthony Bonanno
Thursday, 14 December 2023 @ 5:00PM GMT, 6:00PM WAT / CET, 7:00PM CAT, 8:00PM EAT, 9:00pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: Role of Tribunal Secretaries - YouTube
Inaugural AFAS Conversation Series with Africa Arbitration Academy's Top 30 and Africa in the Moot
This AFAS Conversation Series is hosted by Arbitration Fund for African Students (AFAS) in collaboration with the Africa Arbitration Academy and Africa in the Moot. African arbitration leaders recognized in Africa's 30 Most Promising Arbitration Practitioners of 2022 will be interviewed by future lawyers in Africa in the Moot. In Part 1, Isaiah Bozimo SAN and Nania Owusu-Ankomah Sackey will be interviewed by Irene Muhoro, Aasim Aslam, Sincere Shem and Tabitha Munyaka from Vis Moot Team Strathmore University, Kenya.
Watch on YouTube Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rt8r7Cy48M
6th Educational Training Session | Matthias Kuscher on Views from the Bench
6th Session of the Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by Erin Cronje and Annie Adikin
Monday, 27 November 2023 @ 5:00PM GMT, 6:00PM WAT / CET, 7:00PM CAT, 8:00PM EAT, 9:00pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: Views from the Bench: An Arbitrator's perspective in practice and the Moot - YouTube
5th Educational Training Session | Prof. Catherine Rogers on Written Advocacy for the Vis Moot
5th Session of the Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by MarcAnthony Bonanno and Radhika Arora
Monday, 20 November 2023 @ 5:00PM GMT, 6:00PM WAT / CET, 7:00PM CAT, 8:00PM EAT, 9:00pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: Written Advocacy with Prof. Catherine Rogers - YouTube
4th Educational Training Session | Cesar Pereira on CISG-related Issues in the 31st Vis Moot Problem
4th Session of the Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by Ghada Arfaoui and Abigail Sami
Monday, 30 October 2023 @ 4:30PM GMT, 5:30PM WAT / CET, 6:30PM CAT, 7:30PM EAT, 8:30pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: CISG-Related Issues in 31st Vis Moot Problem | Africa in The Moot - YouTube
3rd Educational Training Session | John Ohaga SC on Building Your Case: From Foundations to the Finish Line
3rd Session of the Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by Erin Cronjé & Ricardo Mujui
Thursday, 26 October 2023 @ 5PM GMT, 5PM WAT, 6PM CAT, 6PM CEST, 7PM EAT, 8pm MUT
Watch on YouTube Live: Education & Training Series | John Ohaga SC on Preparing your case - YouTube
2nd Educational Training Session | Prof Stefan Kröll on General Principles of Arbitration & the Vis Moot
2nd Session of the Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by Erin Cronjé
Thursday, 19 October 2023 @ 5PM GMT, 5PM WAT, 6PM CAT, 6PM CEST, 7PM EAT, 8pm MUT
Watch on YouTube: Africa in the Moot Education & Training Series | General Principles of Arbitration and the Vis Moot - YouTube
Inaugural Educational Training Session | Efemena Iluezi-Ogbaudu on Governing Laws in International Commercial Arbitration
Inaugural Session of the Africa in the Moot Educational & Training Series, in the context of the 31st Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot
Moderated by Temitope Badejo
Friday, 15 September 2023 @ 4PM GMT, 4PM WAT, 5PM CAT, 5PM CEST, 6PM EAT, 7pm MUT
Alfred Deakin International Commercial Arbitration Moot 2023 | Oral Rounds
The Alfred Deakin ICA Moot provides law students from Australia and overseas with the opportunity to develop practical skills, and engage with international commercial law and arbitration. By participating in the moot, students can develop their advocacy skills and engage with experienced legal professionals, allowing them to expand their knowledge and network with potential future colleagues. In partnership with Deakin University and the Deakin Law School, many Africa in the Moot teams are invited to participate in this virtual moot. In 2023 13 teams will be participating. Good luck to all participants!
Read more about the Deakin Moot: Alfred Deakin ICA Moot | Deakin
13th Educational Training Session | Diamana Diawara on Building your Arbitration Career
Moderated by Assunta Ndami
Thursday, 20 April 2023 @ 5PM GMT, 5PM WAT, 6PM CET, 7PM EAT
YouTube: Diamana Diawara on Building Your Arbitration Career | Africa in the Moot - YouTube
30th Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot Competition
2023 sees the 30th Anniversary of the Willem C. Vis Moot Competition! We are excited to be breaking records for African participation in the event, with 11 teams set to participate in-person in Vienna. This is the largest cohort of Sub-Saharan African teams that has participated in the Vis Moot history, and indicates an increase African representation of over 350%. Best of luck to all teams!
12th Educational Training Session | Luisa H. Cetina on Drafting Arbitration Clauses and Enforcement
Moderated by Stephen Fleischer
Monday, 27 March 2023 @ 5PM GMT, 5PM WAT, 6PM CET, 7PM CAT, 8PM EAT