The African Arbitration Association and Chartered Institute of Arbitrators Kenya Branch are proud to jointly present the highly anticipated TAKUKA 2026 Conference — a landmark gathering set to redefine Africa’s role in the global dispute resolution landscape.

Under the theme:
Africa Decides: Sovereignty, Innovation & the Future of Dispute Resolution
TAKUKA 2026 will convene leading arbitrators, mediators, legal practitioners, policymakers, academics, business leaders, and ADR professionals from across Africa and beyond for five days of transformative conversations and strategic engagement.
Set against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving international legal and commercial environment, the conference will explore how Africa can shape dispute resolution systems that reflect its priorities, values, innovation, and sovereignty.
Why TAKUKA 2026 Matters
As global commerce expands and cross-border disputes become increasingly complex, Africa is emerging as a powerful voice in international arbitration and alternative dispute resolution. TAKUKA 2026 creates a platform for African professionals and institutions to lead conversations on:
- The future of international arbitration in Africa
- Sovereignty and regional dispute resolution frameworks
- Innovation and technology in ADR
- Cross-border commercial disputes
- Investment arbitration and infrastructure disputes
- The role of African institutions in shaping global standards
- Diversity, inclusion, and youth participation in ADR
The conference aims to foster collaboration, knowledge exchange, and policy dialogue while strengthening Africa’s influence within the international dispute resolution ecosystem.
Event Details
Venue
The Argyle Grand Hotel
Date
5th – 9th October 2026
Time
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EAT
A Continental Conversation with Global Impact
TAKUKA 2026 is more than a conference — it is a movement toward positioning Africa at the forefront of shaping equitable, modern, and effective dispute resolution systems for the future.
Participants can expect high-level panel discussions, thought leadership sessions, networking opportunities, and meaningful engagement with some of the continent’s most influential voices in arbitration and ADR.
As Africa continues to redefine its place in global commerce and governance, TAKUKA 2026 stands as a bold declaration that the future of dispute resolution will increasingly be written on African terms.
Save the Date
Mark your calendars and prepare to be part of one of Africa’s most important ADR gatherings of 2026.
For inquiries and participation information, contact: info@ciarbkenya.org



