Towards a Transnational Legal Order: The Role of Culture in Commercial Arbitration in Africa

F.K. Shako
Shako, Florence Karimi

Article from: TDM 4 (2016), in Africa

Abstract

International arbitration is gaining traction in Africa as an ideal method of dispute resolution for commercial disputes between parties from different jurisdictions. As cross-border commerce, trade and investment increases in the African continent, so does the potential of international arbitration. Although this is welcome economically, the convergence of culture creates unprecedented complexities when disputes arise. Although sometimes overlooked, culture plays a critical role in international arbitration as cases often involve parties from different countries. The author ...

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Suggested Citation

F.K. Shako; "Towards a Transnational Legal Order: The Role of Culture in Commercial Arbitration in Africa"
TDM 4 (2016), www.transnational-dispute-management.com

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