Abstract

This paper examines the scope of application of the SADC Protocol on Finance and Investment, its substantive protection and the dispute resolution mechanisms made available to investors. It focuses specifically on the protection afforded to foreign investors and nationals of both member and non-member States of the SADC Community. The discussion explores the reasons that have contributed to the recent amendments to the jurisdictional scope of the SADC Tribunal and identifies its implications as well as the options still available to foreign investors wishing to enforce their rights under ...