CIMA and GCTU Sign Landmark MoU

The Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators (CIMA) have signed a landmark MoU with Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) to launch a programme aimed at equipping African faculties specializing in technology with legal and dispute resolution skills. The ceremony was attended by the Vice-Chancellor,GCTU and Vice President of CIMA at GCTU, marking a significant step […]

The Role of In-House Counsel in International Arbitration

This session explores the role of in-house counsel in international arbitration, with a focus on Africa and the Middle East. As cross-border transactions continue to rise in these regions, in-house counsel play a crucial role in managing disputes efficiently through arbitration. The session highlights specific legal issues that counsel must consider before, during, and after […]

Model CIMA Arbitration Clause for inclusion in Contracts

ARBITRAL CLAUSE Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or in connection with this contract, or its breach, termination, or validity thereof, shall be resolved as follows: 1. Mediation: The parties shall first seek to resolve the dispute through mediation under the auspices of the Centre for International Mediators and Arbitrators (CIMA) in accordance with its mediation rules. […]