Annual OHADA moot court competition and academic session in Niamey 2026

Annual OHADA academic session and moot court competition in Niamey, May 2026

The Club OHADA at Abdou Moumouni University of Niamey is proud to announce a landmark academic event: a solemn opening session paired with the 8th edition of the OHADA Moot Court Competition. Scheduled for May 22–23, 2026, from 09:00 to 12:00, this gathering will take place in Niamey, Niger.

Under the theme «OHADA: Past, Present, and Future!», the session will foster deep reflection on the evolution, relevance, and future trajectory of OHADA law. It will also serve as a vibrant platform for promoting legal eloquence and enriching doctrinal debate on the modernization of African business law.

Competition themes and structure

This year’s moot court competition features two compelling legal questions designed to challenge participants and spark critical discussion:

• Eliminatory phase: «Should the business law framework under OHADA be redefined?»
• Final round: «Is OHADA law a matter of business law or economic activity law?»

These topics reflect ongoing debates about expanding the scope of OHADA’s material field and aligning uniform law with Africa’s rapidly changing economic landscape.

Prizes and recognition

Top performers in the competition will be honored with valuable prizes:

• A professional internship opportunity
• A new laptop
• A ceremonial trophy

Supporting partners

This prestigious event is made possible through the collaboration of key organizations, including:

• The National OHADA Commission of Niger
• UNIDA / www.ohada.com
• Local academic and institutional partners

The initiative reflects Niger’s commitment to advancing legal integration in Africa and increasing awareness of OHADA law among students, legal professionals, and researchers.

Contact information

For more details about the event, please reach out to:

Housseina Yaye
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +227 993 37 73 / +227 89 89 99 46