Advance Your Investment Arbitration Expertise: ICSID Arbitration Training 2026
CIArb Kenya is delighted to invite practitioners to the Advanced ICSID Arbitration Training (Hybrid Format), scheduled from 16th to 20th March 2026. This immersive training is designed for experienced arbitration professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of ICSID procedures, jurisdictional issues, and treaty-based investor–state disputes.
The course is delivered in a hybrid format, allowing participants to attend in-person at the prestigious Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club, or virtually from anywhere in the world. (Please note: organizers reserve the right to change the venue if required.)
Why Attend?
Investment arbitration is evolving rapidly, with complex international treaties, state-investor disputes, and emerging jurisprudence shaping the field. This advanced training equips participants to:
- Navigate ICSID procedural and jurisdictional frameworks with confidence
- Enhance strategic advocacy in state–investor disputes
- Strengthen competence as counsel, arbitrator, or advisor in complex arbitrations
- Stay up-to-date with international trends, reforms, and case law
This course goes beyond theory, offering practical, hands-on learning through case studies, drafting exercises, and interactive sessions led by renowned international and local experts.
Meet the Trainers
International Experts:
- Ella Rosenberg – Leading ICSID practitioner with extensive experience in complex investor-state arbitration
- Prof. Borzu Sabahi – Internationally recognized scholar and arbitrator specializing in investment law
- Kamau Karori, C.Arb – Experienced counsel and arbitrator with expertise in regional and international ICSID cases
Local Experts: Details to be shared soon.
Training Partners
This programme is delivered in collaboration with ICSID, International Law Institute (ILI), SACE, and IIDLAW, reflecting a global-local partnership to ensure the highest quality of instruction and practical relevance.
Course Fees & Registration
| Participation Type | Local (KES) | International (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| In-Person | 150,000 | 1,250 |
| Virtual | 120,000 | 1,000 |
Payment Details:
- Local (KES): Account No. 6435390017 or M-Pesa Paybill 975743 (Account: INTERLARB)
- International (USD): Account No. 6435390067
Group Discount: A 10% discount is available for groups of 5 or more participants.
Who Should Attend?
- Experienced arbitration counsel
- In-house counsel handling cross-border disputes
- Arbitrators and aspiring ICSID arbitrators
- Legal professionals seeking advanced knowledge of investment treaty arbitration
Why This Training Matters
ICSID arbitration is increasingly at the forefront of global dispute resolution, affecting foreign investment, national policy, and corporate strategy. Mastering the nuances of ICSID procedure, strategic advocacy, and award enforcement is essential for professionals looking to excel in investment arbitration and international dispute resolution.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from world-class experts and engage with peers in a highly interactive and professionally enriching programme.
Register now to secure your place and gain the tools to confidently navigate complex ICSID disputes in 2026 and beyond.
