8 May 2026 – The Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA) signed several strategic Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs), on Thursday, 7 May, that will significantly expand its international and regional partnerships....
6 May 2026 – The second day of Johannesburg Arbitration Week (JAW) 2026 delivered a packed programme of high-level discussions, strategic partnerships, and thought-provoking debates on the future of international arbitration.The day opened with an exclusive Women in Arbitration breakfast hosted by the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA), aimed at fostering networking and advancing gender diversity in a field where women remain underrepresented. ...
5 May 2026 – In a historic moment for African-led peace and dispute resolution, four former Heads of State, HE Joaquim Alberto Chissano (Mozambique), HE Uhuru Kenyatta (Kenya), HE Goodluck Jonathan (Nigeria), and HE Ellen Johnson Sirleaf (Liberia), on behalf of the Forum for Former African Heads of State and Government (Africa Forum), have signed a Letter of Understanding (LoU) with the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA)....
19 February 2026 – Johannesburg – Accelerating legislative reform, rising cross-border investment, and a sharp increase in complex commercial disputes across Africa have transformed Africa's dispute resolution landscape, compelling countries to strengthen the enforceability of arbitral awards and align their national frameworks with international best practice. ...
9 December 2025 – On a global scale, dispute resolution has become the go-to solution for resolving commercial disputes speedily, confidentially and more effectively across various industry sectors, including mining, infrastructure, energy and financial services....
2 September 2025, Johannesburg – The Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA) today launched its Justice Through Mediation campaign, an initiative designed to provide free* mediation services to individuals and small businesses across South Africa....
[Johannesburg, January 27, 2025] – The Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa (AFSA) is delighted to announce the appointment of Andile Nikani as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 2025....
11 April 2024: The first session on Day 3 of the conference focused on AFSA’s journey to becoming an international player in arbitration. The creation of the China-Africa Joint Arbitration Centre (CAJAC) played a significant role and the current development of the BRICS initiative with AFSA broadening international horizons places Southern African arbitration firmly on the world stage....
10th April 2024: Speaking at the gala dinner event held on Day 2 of the Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa’s (AFSA’s) inaugural Johannesburg Arbitration Week (JAW), in welcoming Chief Justice Zondo, Michael Kuper SC, Chairman of AFSA stated, “It gives me great honour to introduce the man who the history of our country will regard as an icon of South Africa.”...
9 April 2024: Over 400 local, African and International delegates gathered at the Sandton Convention Centre on Tuesday 9th April 2024 for the inaugural Arbitration Foundation of Southern Africa’s (AFSA’s) Johannesburg Arbitration Week (JAW), to network, debate and hear 95 speakers covering 9 themes over 3 days with 12 co-hosts, 7 sponsors and over 25 supporting organisations. The theme for Day 1 of the conference was ‘From Africa There Is Always Something New’....