BUILDING A CULTURE OF ADR: EMPOWERING ENGINEERS TO RESOLVE CONFLICTS EFFECTIVELY
The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Ciarb) recently hosted a timely and insightful webinar on Engineering ADR in Infrastructure Projects, bringing together leading practitioners to explore the growing role of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the construction and infrastructure sector. The session was moderated by Hon. Dr. Arch. Sylvia Kasanga, FCIArb, and featured distinguished panelists Eng. […]
Africa’s ADR Future: Forging Our Path, Leading the Change A Recap of the First Joint YMG Webinar In a powerful display of unity, leadership, and vision, young arbitration professionals from across the African continent came together for the first joint Young Members Group (YMG) webinar organized by branches and chapters of the Chartered Institute of […]
WEBINAR SUMMARY: THE EVOLVING LANDSCAPE OF INVESTMENT ARBITRATION IN AFRICA
Date: Tuesday, 2nd September 2025Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Moderator:Wambui Githu, FCIArb Panelists: Caselaw Referenced Overview The webinar explored the shifts in Africa’s investment arbitration framework, with a focus on the redesign of bilateral investment treaties (BITs), the role of the AfCFTA Investment Protocol, the challenges posed by corruption and jurisdictional disputes, and the […]
STATE OF ADR WEBINAR SERIES: ARBITRATION IN THE AI & DIGITAL AGE – 7TH AUGUST 2025
Speakers:Nelson Nkari – SpeakerMoses Kahoro – SpeakerQuency Otieno – SpeakerKaren Rono – ModeratorKey Resources ReferencedBooksCloud Computing Law – Christopher MillardCases IntroductionThis webinar is part of the State of ADR Webinar Series, focused on the future of the ADR in light of developments in AI and technology. The moderator, Ms. Karen Rono, guided the speakers through […]
Bridging Traditions: Exploring the Role of Traditional Dispute Resolution in Modern ADR – A Member Dialogue
State of ADR Webinar Session 2 Moderators: Vice chair of CIArb Kenya, David Njoroge Panelists: Jemimah Alludah, Dr. Steve Akoth and Justice Francis Gikonyo INTRODUCTION This session under the State of ADR Webinar Series focused on the current implementation of the Alternative Justice System (AJS) in Kenya. Structured as a guided panel discussion, the moderator, […]
Strengthening Ethics and Standards in Arbitration: Key Takeaways and Next Steps from CIArb Kenya’s Panel Discussion
Date: July 18, 2025 Speakers – Justice Joseph Nyamu. C.Arb, Wilson mwihuri, FCIArb, Patterson Kamaara, FCIArb Moderator – Irene Kashindi, FCIArb On the heels of a transformative discussion in Kenya’s ADR space, the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb) Kenya has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening ethical standards, improving professional practice, and driving reforms in arbitration […]
Debunking & Demystifying the Arbitration Amendment and Construction Payments Adjudication Bills
Arbitration (Amendment) Bill 1. Defining Core Terms in Arbitration Participants emphasized the importance of including a clear definition of emergency arbitration within the Bill. While the amendments expanded the meaning of an “award” to include emergency arbitration, the absence of a proper definition could lead to confusion and disputes. Clarifying such terms is essential to […]
Arbitration as a Tool for Achieving Green Growth Sustainability in Kenya’s Energy & Construction Landscape.
Adopt A Webinar: ADR Talk Series Panelists:Eng. Kariuki Muchemi, FCIArb Eng. Daniel Cherono, FCIArb Clare Connellan Prof. Wyne Mutuma, C.Arb, FCIArb – Moderator Prof. Wyne began by giving a background on the need to use arbitration to achieve a green future before inviting panelists to give their opening remarks. Eng. Muchemi introduced arbitration as a […]
Opening Day: Members Education Day
Empowering Members Through Education On 25TH JUNE, CIArb Kenya hosted its Opening Day: Education Day Webinar, bringing together both new and seasoned members for an informative and interactive session designed to deepen understanding of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators’ processes and membership journey. The webinar served as a platform to educate members on key aspects […]
ADR Sensitization Symposium
Adopt A Webinar ADR Talk Series Webinar Spotlight: Arbitration as a Tool for Achieving Green Growth in Kenya’s Energy & Construction Landscape As Kenya fast-tracks its transition toward sustainable development, particularly in the energy and construction sectors, arbitration is taking center stage as a key enabler of green growth. To spotlight this crucial role, CIArb […]