Center for Moots & Research - Africa (CMR-Africa)

🎉 What an incredible day at Chuka University School of Law! 🎓✨ CMR-Africa’s Universities Mentorship Series made a vibrant stop at Chuka last week, and wow, what an experience! 💥⚖️ We had an amazing time connecting with brilliant, curious, and passionate law students who are ready to take on the world. 🌍💼 From thought-provoking conversations to laughter and “aha” moments, this mentorship event was all about growth, inspiration, and creating impact! 🚀 💬 What went down: 👉 Engaging mentorship sessions where we dived into what it really takes to thrive in the legal profession 📝💡 👉 Powerful discussions on turning challenges into opportunities and using the law to drive positive change in communities 🌱⚖️ 👉 A room full of energy, dreams, and determination—you could feel the passion in the air! 🔥🙌 A massive THANK YOU to the amazing students for showing up with so much excitement and curiosity, and to our incredible team for pouring their hearts and wisdom into every session. ❤️✨ Special thanks to Dr. Wycliffe Nyachoti Otiso, the Dean of Chuka University School of Law, for his unwavering support and warm hospitality. 🙏💐 We are also deeply grateful to the dedicated moot coordinators and lecturers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this event a success. Your commitment to nurturing the next generation of legal professionals is truly inspiring! 👏🌟 This is just the beginning, and we can’t wait to see these future legal minds soar! 🦅 Stay tuned for more impactful events as we continue to shape the future of law, one mentorship at a time. 🌟 #MentorshipMagic #CMRAfrica #ChukaUniversity #LawStudents #FutureLeaders #Inspiration #LegalEducation 💼🎓🚀

CMR-Africa is proud to announce our new partnership with Chuka University School of Law! 🎓✨ This collaboration marks another step forward in our commitment to empowering future legal professionals while driving meaningful change within our communities. We are launching this partnership with a mentorship event, part of our Universities Mentorship Series, designed to inspire and equip the next generation of legal minds with the skills, insights, and resilience to excel in their careers and contribute to society. ⚖ 📌 What to Expect: • Mentorship Event: Law students will receive critical insights into the legal profession, emphasizing the importance of leveraging their skills to create a positive impact in their communities. • MoU Signing Ceremony: The formal signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to solidify our partnership and reaffirm our joint commitment to fostering excellence in legal education and promoting justice for the benefit of society. 📅 Date: 20th November 2024 📍 Location: Chuka University School of Law At CMR-Africa, we believe in nurturing future legal professionals who not only excel in the profession but also drive social impact through their work. This partnership reflects our mission to bridge the gap between legal education and community engagement, equipping young lawyers with the tools to advocate for justice and innovation. 💼📚 Join us as we celebrate this significant milestone and continue to shape the future of law, one impactful program at a time. Stay tuned for updates and highlights from this transformative event! 🚀 #Mentorship #Partnership #CMRAfrica #ChukaUniversity #LegalEducation #EmpoweringLawyers #FutureOfLaw #SocialImpact #Collaboration 🤝🌍

🌟 Strategy, Reflection, and Progress! 🌟 This past Saturday, the CMR-Africa team gathered for a full-day strategy meeting that extended well into the night! 🕙 We spent valuable time reflecting on our journey over the past two years, evaluating our impact, and crafting strategic plans for an even more impactful 2025. 💼✨ As we remain committed to our mission of fostering excellence in the next generation of legal professionals through our programs, this meeting was an opportunity to realign our vision and strengthen our efforts to drive social impact and access to justice in Kenya and across Africa. ⚖🌍 The day was filled with deep conversations, energizing brainstorming sessions 💡, and heartfelt reflections on our shared successes and lessons. It was a reminder of the passion, dedication, and collaborative spirit that makes this team so exceptional. 🎯 A huge thank you to our Advisory Board for making this meeting possible and for their unwavering support. 🙏 We’re excited about the future and look forward to reaching even greater heights as we continue to advocate for transformative legal education and justice for all. 🚀 Looking ahead, we are eager to finalize and share our detailed strategic report and work plan to get the wheels turning on our 2025 vision.🤝 Here’s to more growth, collaboration, and impactful work ahead! 🌍📈 #CMRAfrica #StrategicPlanning #NextGenLawyers #2025Vision #AccessToJustice #SocialImpact #Mentorship #LegalEducation #Collaboration

We recently held our Quarter Four external meeting, where we were joined by our Board Chair, Hon. Anne Amadi, and one of our Board members, Dr. Mercy Deche (not pictured). These strategic sessions are key to reflecting on our achievements, aligning on goals, and planning for the road ahead. 📊✨ At CMR-Africa, we are committed to transforming the legal landscape in Kenya and across Africa by addressing crucial gaps in legal education, professional development, and access to justice through our programs. This meeting reinforced our passion for empowering the next generation of legal professionals and amplifying the impact of our work. 🌍⚖ As we approach the final stretch of the year, we are more motivated than ever to drive innovation in legal advocacy, create meaningful opportunities for young legal minds, and tackle critical challenges within our communities. 💡🚀 #CMRAfrica #LegalAdvocacy #EmpoweringYouth #LegalEducation #AccessToJustice #Innovation #Leadership

We are excited to share that our member, Bobby Dhiman , currently serving as our president, received the award for Overall Best Researcher and Presenter at the Natural Justice Moot, organized in partnership with Riara University and Center for Moots & Research - Africa (CMR-Africa) Dhiman’s paper which was pitched against papers from the other universities in Kenya addressed the theme of International Climate Agreements and Negotiations, evaluating their effectiveness and outcomes in global cooperation and climate governance, with his paper making particular emphasis on the Global South. His major argument in the paper was that many African nations leverage climate agreements as financial ‘bargaining tools’, which obscures their genuine intentions and obligations. This work was showcased in the final round of the competition. https://lnkd.in/dbij6b99 Congratulations, Bobby! Riara University | Robert Gateru | DR. VICTOR LANDO, MCIArb | Elizabeth Gitari-Mitaru

Join us in congratulating the UON Moot Court Society 👏🏽👏🏽 for topping the 3rd Edition of the Environmental Justice Moot.🎊

🌍The 3rd Natural Justice Environmental Justice Moot Court Competition, running until Saturday, October 19th, in currently ongoing at Riara University School of Law. This dynamic event brings together 16 universities for an intellectually engaging competition centered on critical topics such as environmental justice, indigenous rights, and climate change advocacy. 🏛️ 🌱👩⚖️Participants are demonstrating their legal skills as they debate and navigate complex legal issues, focusing on how developing nations can hold governments accountable for climate action, food security, and human rights. It’s a powerful opportunity for these aspiring legal professionals to make their mark in social impact and environmental advocacy. 🌎 As co-organizers, CMR-Africa is proud to support the next generation of lawyers dedicated to creating a fairer, greener world. Through this competition, we provide a platform for deep legal discourse and the development of future advocates for the environment. ✊💚 ✨ The competition will also feature 26 of the 90 participants presenting their research on vital subjects, including: state obligations in addressing climate change disasters in the global South, the ethical and legal debate on GMOs for climate change solutions, global climate Agreements, among others. We are excited to see these talented individuals showcase their expertise and passion for climate justice. 🌿 Let’s continue to raise a generation of lawyers committed to impactful advocacy and meaningful change!

Our directors were glad to have a successful deliberation during our quarterly meeting with members of the Advisory Committee in late August. It was a productive session where they had the pleasure of engaging with esteemed board members, Hon. Anne Amadi and Dr. Mercy Deche. Their invaluable insights 💬 continue to guide CMR-Africa as we strive to empower legal professionals ⚖️ in the social impact space and advance our mission of shaping the next generation of leaders. 💼✨🙌 #leadership #legalexcellence #advisorycommittee #CMRAfrica #teamwork #inspiration #socialImpact Elias Ouma Tali Israel Tali Karen Koech Alex Mbaya Dr. Mercy Deche

🌍 Reflecting on a Successful CPD Session on Climate Change and Environmental Litigation!🌍 On Thursday, 5th September 2024, we hosted a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training session titled "Opportunities for Lawyers in Climate Change and Environmental Litigation," held in collaboration with Natural Justice and the Law Society of Kenya. It was an honor to see legal professionals come together to explore critical topics in climate litigation, especially in Africa where the need for robust legal action is increasingly urgent. 🔍 We delved into essential topical issues including: 💡 trends in climate litigation across Africa, 💡 climate change and indigenous rights, 💡 strategies for effective environmental and climate change litigation in Kenya, and 💡 challenges and opportunities in climate litigation. 👥 Our esteemed speakers, including Patricia Kameri-Mbote, Director, Law Division, UN Environment Programme, Dr. Omondi R. Owino of Sabin Center for Climate Change Law, and Lucien Limacher from Natural Justice, shared invaluable insights based on their expertise. The Training provided a platform to equip young lawyers with the skills needed to address climate injustices through impactful public interest litigation. The participation and engagement from all attendees were truly inspiring. A special thank you to all participants for making this event a success and contributing to the global fight against climate change. Together, let's continue empowering ourselves to make a significant difference in advancing climate justice! 🌱💚 #ClimateLitigation #EnvironmentalJustice #CPDTraining #LegalProfession #ClimateAction #PublicInterestLitigation

🌍 Join Our Head of Litigation Lucien Limacher for an In-Depth Discussion on Climate Litigation Trends in Africa! 🌍 Dive into the latest trends in climate litigation and explore the intersection of climate change and Indigenous rights. This is a unique opportunity to gain insights into Africa's evolving landscape of environmental justice. 🗓️ Date: 5 September 2024 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM 📍 Venue: In-person at Ngong Hills 💻 For those joining virtually, scan the QR code to register for just 1500 Ksh (1 CPD point). Don’t miss out on this critical conversation—whether you're attending in person or virtually, let's champion climate justice together! #ClimateLitigation #IndigenousRights #ClimateJustice #CPD #NaturalJustice