Arbitration in Africa

Arbitration in Mauritius

Arbitration in Mauritius—an introduction

This Practice Note provides an introduction to the domestic and international arbitration legislation as it applies in Mauritius (under Mauritian law). The Practice Note discusses: arbitration clauses and arbitration agreements (including the compromise); the arbitral tribunal; arbitration proceedings; the award; and remedies against awards. For further information, see Practice Note: Arbitration in Mauritius—an introduction.

International arbitration in Mauritius

This Practice Note covers the international arbitration legislation in Mauritius under the international Arbitration Act 2008 and gives guidance on starting proceedings, appointment of the tribunal, conduct of the arbitration, the award, recognition and enforcement. For further information, see Practice Note: International arbitration in Mauritius.

Enforcing arbitral awards in Mauritius

This Practice Note discusses the recognition and enforcement of domestic and foreign arbitral awards in Mauritius. For further information, see Practice Note: Enforcing arbitral awards in Mauritius.

Arbitration in Morocco

Enforcing arbitral awards in Morocco

This Practice Note sets out the procedure for enforcement of both domestic and international arbitral awards in Morocco. The note also covers interim remedies available in support of enforcement proceedings. For further

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