Advancing law, policy and African perspectives
The Center for International Law and Policy in Africa is an independent, non-profit think tank advancing international and regional law in Africa through research, policy engagement, legal training, publications, convenings and institutional collaboration.
Research, dialogue, training and practical impact
- Produces legal research, policy analysis, reports, papers and briefs.
- Convenes scholars, practitioners, policymakers, students and institutions.
- Supports African perspectives in international and regional legal discourse.
- Builds partnerships with academic institutions, civil society, governments and international actors.
- Develops training and capacity-building programmes for legal and policy communities.
Connected through live research themes
CILPA’s research themes structure the institution’s projects, publications, events and public commentary. These themes are managed through the website’s CMS and can grow as the institution’s programme agenda expands.
Institutional leadership and governance
CILPA’s institutional work is supported by its management team, Board of Trustees and Advisory Council, bringing together legal scholars and practitioners committed to advancing CILPA’s mission.
Current management profiles include Prof. Charles C. Jalloh, Fatmata Bintu Seisay.