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🌏 Africa Legal Forum 2026 
📅 29th -30th October 2026 
📍 Rwanda Convention Centre, Kigali

The Commonwealth Lawyers Association (CLA), in partnership with the Rwanda Bar Association (RBA), is pleased to announce the Africa Legal Forum 2026, taking place on 29–30 October 2026 in  Kigali, Rwanda.

Conference Theme

Under the theme “Recent Developments in Corporate, Commercial and Family Law,” this two-day in-person conference will bring together lawyers, judges, academics, regulators and business leaders from across Africa and the wider Commonwealth.

The Forum will explore the rapidly evolving landscape of legal practice, including technological disruption, regulatory change, cross-border investment, corporate governance, and the growing intersection between corporate and family law.

Participants can expect:
✨ International keynote speakers
💬 Interactive breakout discussions across two streams
🤝 Networking with a pan-Commonwealth legal community
🎓 A dedicated Young Lawyers programme

Why Kigali? Rwanda is an emerging regional hub for business, innovation, and legal reform, making it the ideal setting for a forward-looking discussion on the future of legal practice in Africa.

📌 More details, including the call for speakers and registration, will open in May 2026.

📩 Interested in sponsorship or partnership opportunities? Get in touch to learn more

For further information regarding the conference, registration, sponsorship or membership opportunities, please contact the organisers as follows:

-Registration enquiries: secretariat@commonwealthlawyersevents.com
-Speaking enquiries: clare.roe@commonwealthlawyers.com