Morocco: A Leading Hub for Mediation and Arbitration in Africa

This document provides an overview of Morocco’s evolving legal framework for arbitration and mediation, highlighting the enactment of Law 95-17, which came into force on June 14, 2022. The law introduces an independent and modernized approach to alternative dispute resolution (ADR), offering flexibility, efficiency, and technological integration, including electronic procedural exchanges and remote hearings. The document analyzes key features such as the role of arbitrators, remuneration rules, and international arbitration criteria, while also identifying areas for improvement, including clearer expertise requirements and enhanced cybersecurity measures for digital arbitration processes. This makes Morocco a competitive and strategic ADR hub for investors and businesses operating in Africa and beyond.