A Leading Research, Advisory and Training Centre

Advancing International Law and Constitutionalism in Africa

The Lex Lata Centre is a premier organization dedicated to the study and advancement of international law, human rights, democracy and constitutionalism across Africa.

With a diverse team of experts from top academic institutions globally, we conduct policy-oriented research, provide technical advice and assistance, and deliver capacity building programs to promote good governance, economic growth and sustainable development in Africa.

  • Multidisciplinary Research and Insights
  • Advising African Nations on Legal Reforms
  • Building Capacity of Key Institutions

About

Learn more about our background, mission, leadership, organizational structure and areas of expertise in advancing constitutionalism and rule of law in Africa.

Articles & Publications

Access our latest academic scholarship including journal articles, policy briefs, working papers published by our experts and students of constitutionalism and international law.

Projects

Review our current and past field projects focused on comparative constitutional research, technical assistance, policy reform initiatives, assessments and capacity building across Africa.

Careers

Explore job openings and internship opportunities to join our team of experts as a researcher, consultant, program manager or coordinator.

Events

Discover upcoming conferences, seminars, workshops, training programs and other engagement opportunities hosted by our Centre.

Special Announcement

The Lex Lata Group wishes to announce the launch of its Centre for Economic Policy and Research. Read More

Articles & Publications

Articles, Articles & Publications

ICC: THE AFRICAN UNION AND THE THEORY OF BIAS

    by Wole Kunuji* (2016) 10(2) Ife Juris Review 68-78 ABSTRACT A major criticism that has persistently dogged the International Criminal...

Articles & Publications, Publications

LEX LATA CENTRE PHASE ONE RESEARCH PRESENTATIONS.

The Lex Lata Centre for International Law and Comparative Constitutionalism in Africa held its first round of research seminars on the...

Publications

FAQS FOR THE LEX LATA CAREER SEMINAR

What is the Lex Lata Centre for International Law and Comparative Constitutionalism in Africa? The Lex Lata Centre is a research,...

Articles

SELF DEFENSE AGAINST IRREGULAR FORCES IN INTERNATIONAL LAW- TURKEY'S ILLEGAL ARMED ACTIVITIES IN SYRIA

    by Dr. Wole Kunuji
There can be no doubt that Turkey's military activities in Northern Syria in the last few weeks...

Publications

The Lex Lata Phase II Report

The Lex Lata Centre held the presentations for the second phase of its projects on the 19th of October, 2019 at Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife. The event was...

Publications

Frequently Asked Questions- The Lex Lata Internship Programme.

What is the Lex Leta Centre for International Law and Comparative Constitutionalism in Africa? Lex Lata is a research, advocacy, and advisory consultancy firm...

Articles, Articles & Publications

Special Report on the 2019 Elections in Nigeria -Lex Lata Democracy Project

One of the most important attributes of a truly democratic political system is its ability to guarantee citizens' right to freely elect leaders of their choice through periodic...

Publications

CALL FOR INTERNSHIP APPLICATIONS

The Lex Lata Centre for International Law and Comparative Constitutionalism in Africa is currently recruiting interns....

Call for Blog Articles

The Lex Lata Centre for International Law and Comparative Constitutionalism in Africa is accepting short articles for publication on its blog.

Requirements

  • Articles should not be more than 1500 words with no footnotes.
  • All references should be hyperlinked.
  • Articles should be original and must not have been published elsewhere.
  • Articles should address topical international and constitutional law issues relating to Africa.
  • Articles should be written in Times New Roman in font size 12.

Articles are accepted on a rolling basis and should be submitted to lexlatacentre@gmail.com.

Call for Abstracts

Public and International Law Conference

The Lex Lata Centre invites paper submissions for its 2024 conference on "Law and Development in Africa: Current Challenges in Theory and Practice" to be held on May 29th 2024.

Scholars and practitioners are encouraged to submit 500-word abstracts analyzing major public/international law issues impacting African development such as governance, human rights, trade, technology, healthcare and sustainability.

Abstract guidelines:

  • Explain your methodological approach
  • Describe the paper's main arguments
  • Relate arguments to the conference theme

Also, attach author CVs. Co-authored submissions should include a CV for each contributor.

Submit abstracts and CVs to lexlataconference@gmail.com by 11:59 pm GMT, October 27, 2023.

Our Goals

  • To be the foremost research conglomerate in Africa by year 2035.
  • To inspire, encourage, and actively promote a knowledge driven economy throughout Africa.
  • To make Africa the hub of research on Africa.
  • To train generations of African Researchers and Policy Makers to be excellent thought leaders with capacity to provide African solutions to African challenges.
  • To produce policy oriented and Africa-driven research that strike at the very heart of African problems.

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