Human Rights Law | Africa | Society Introduction: Law at the Expense of Rights On September 1, 2025, Burkina Faso’s ruling military junta passed a law criminalizing consensual same-sex conduct, marking a dramatic shift in a country that—until now—did not formally outlaw homosexuality. Framed as part of a broader reform of
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Court Clears Path for Shareholder Suit to Proceed Against Lafarge Africa Over Huaxin Cement Sale
Corporate Law | Business Litigation | Africa Introduction: A Deal Under Legal Fire In a high-stakes corporate litigation unfolding in Lagos, Lafarge Africa Plc has failed in its attempt to block a lawsuit that could stall or potentially derail its controversial sale to Chinese multinational Huaxin Cement Ltd. A Federal High Court
Connecticut Safari Tour Operator Sued Over Deadly Hippo Attack in Africa
Travel Risk | Business Litigation | Society A wrongful death lawsuit filed in February 2025 against Connecticut-based African Portfolio Inc. is drawing legal attention across the U.S. travel and liability sectors. The case stems from a fatal hippopotamus attack that occurred during a guided walking safari in Zambia in
Economic Perspective: Top 5 FDI Destinations in Africa and the Legal Factors Driving Investment
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Africa has grown significantly in recent years, as both global and regional investors recognize the continent’s vast economic potential. Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Africa has grown significantly in recent years, as both global and regional investors recognize the continent’s vast economic potential. With its
Orano v. Niger: The New Frontier of Resource Nationalism
Natural Resources Law / Resource Nationalism / FDI The African mining sector remains a cornerstone of foreign direct investment (FDI), attracting major multinational companies due to the continent’s vast mineral wealth. However, recent geopolitical shifts, most notably in Niger, have exposed the growing legal and operational risks foreign companies face amid
How Political Instability leads to Economic Fragility and Its Implication on the Legal Industry
Economic and political fragility around the world can significantly impact the stability of nations and their ability to foster growth and development. In regions marked by fragility, governance systems are often weak, institutions are prone to corruption, and the economy is vulnerable to shocks. These factors create an environment where
Climate Displacement: Why the World Needs a Legal Framework for the Climate-Displaced
International Law & Climate Policy | Published: May 2025 Introduction The effects of climate change are no longer abstract or distant they are displacing people today. From sinking island nations in the Pacific to drought-ravaged communities in Africa, millions are being forced to move not by choice, but by necessity.
Legal Industry Insight: Egypt’s National Property ID Law – A Model for Africa’s Real Estate Reform?
Landmark Legal Reform with Egypt’s newly approved Property ID Law marks a transformative step toward real estate transparency and governance, offering a potential model for land reform across Africa. In August 2023, Egypt approved a groundbreaking National Property ID Law aimed at transforming its real estate sector through the introduction of
Mpox, Global Health Threats, and the Legal Case for Unified Pandemic Law
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and amid a resurgence of mpox (formerly known as monkeypox) cases across parts of the world, the international community is once again being tested on its ability to coordinate an effective and legally coherent public health response. As global pandemics become more frequent
Nigeria’s Ongoing Crisis: The Urgent Call for Continental Action Against Islamic Terrorism
In a tragic series of attacks, approximately 113 people have been killed in recent violence across Nigeria, with many of the victims being Christians. As the holy season of Easter approaches, believers in the country find themselves increasingly vulnerable to terrorist groups, who continue to target religious minorities, particularly Christians, in