Annual ohada moot court competition and academic event in Niamey may 2026

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Niger to host 2026 ohada academic conference and moot court competition in Niamey

Join legal scholars and students in Niamey this May for a landmark academic event featuring the 8th edition of the OHADA Moot Court Competition alongside a solemn academic opening ceremony.

Organized by the OHADA Club of Abdou Moumouni University of Niamey, these two days of intellectual exchange and competitive advocacy will take place on 22 and 23 May 2026 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Faculty of Legal and Political Sciences.

academic focus: the past, present and future of ohada law

The inaugural ceremony will center on the theme “OHADA Law: Past, Present and Future!”, offering a reflective examination of the evolution of uniform business law in Africa. This session will bring together practitioners, academics and policymakers to discuss the historical foundations, current relevance and future trajectory of OHADA.

moot court competition: two compelling legal debates

The competition will feature two distinct legal challenges designed to test participants’ mastery of OHADA law and their ability to articulate complex legal arguments.

Elimination round: “Should the scope of OHADA business law be redefined?”
Final round: “Is OHADA Law Business Law or Economic Activity Law?”

These questions reflect ongoing discussions about expanding the material scope of OHADA law and aligning it with Africa’s dynamic economic landscape and global market realities.

prizes and recognition for top advocates

Winning participants in the OHADA Moot Court Competition will be honored with a prestigious award package, including:

A professional internship in a leading legal firm or institution
A high-performance laptop to support their studies and research
A symbolic trophy celebrating their achievement

strong institutional backing

This event is made possible through the collaboration of key partners, including the OHADA National Commission (Niger), UNIDA (www.ohada.com), and other academic and institutional stakeholders. Their support underscores a shared commitment to advancing legal education, fostering legal integration in Africa, and promoting the widespread adoption of OHADA principles among students, legal professionals and researchers.

get involved

Whether you’re a student, educator, legal practitioner or enthusiast of African legal integration, this event offers a unique opportunity to engage with the OHADA framework, sharpen your advocacy skills, and contribute to the development of a unified business law system in Africa.