The Applicability of Mediation as an Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanism under OHADA Law
Keywords:
Applicability, Mediation, Alternative, Dispute, Resolution, Mechanism, OHADA Uniform Act, Arbitration, interventionAbstract
Almost 20 years after it adopted the Uniform Act on Arbitration, OHADA revised its Uniform Act on Arbitration and adopted a new Uniform Act on Mediation along with the fresh set of arbitration rules of the Common Court of Justice and Arbitration in Abidjan. These three texts were revised with the assistance of consultants. Among other changes, with the 2018 Uniform Act on Mediation, a solid platform for the use of mediation in the region is now in place. The ability of mediators to carry out their adjudication function with judicial intervention remains a major challenge by parties under the OHADA zones. In this light, the worry which this article seeks to uncover is how the new mediation law is applicable and facilitates the amicable settlement of investment disputes. The article also highlights the legal basis regulating the mediation process as a whole. In attaining these objectives, we employ doctrinal research methodology. The article concludes with vigorous recommendations which if effectively implemented, will go a long way to enhance business (investment) security.
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