Distinguished Colleague,

INVITATION TO THE PAN AFRICAN LAWYERS UNION (PALU) ANNUAL CONFERENCE, ADDIS ABABA, ETHIOPIA – 16TH TO 19TH OCTOBER 2024

I am Joyce Oduah, FICMC, former General Secretary of the Nigerian Bar Association, Council Member of the Commonwealth Lawyers Association, and the Vice-President (West Africa) of the Pan African Lawyers Union (PALU).

PALU is a leading African Bar organization uniting regional and national lawyers’ associations and individuals across the continent and diaspora, with a mission to advance the legal profession, uphold the rule of law, promote good governance and human rights, and support Africa’s socio-economic development.

On behalf of PALU, I am delighted to invite you to the 2024 PALU Annual Conference, themed “Africa as a Global Powerhouse: Empowering Minds, Enlightening Paths,” scheduled to take place as follows:

Date: 16th to 19th October 2024
Venue: Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

This prestigious event presents a unique opportunity for lawyers to engage with a leading Pan-African legal community, gain Continuing Legal Education (CLE) points, and expand their professional network. You will benefit from insights into various legal and socio-economic issues facing Africa, experience cross-cultural exchanges, and participate in amazing touristic adventures.

Notably, this year’s conference will bring together key leaders from the African Union (AU), the African Development Bank (AfDB), and the African Export-Import Bank (AfreximBank), offering a unique opportunity for lawyers and stakeholders to engage in discussions on opportunities, developments, and business across the continent.

Conference Fee:
Palu Members: $600
Non-Members: $900
Young Lawyers (1-5 years): $300
Law Students: $300
Lawyers who wish to take up membership and register: $800

You can pay via the PALU website https://events.lawyersofafrica.org/ or visit any ECO Bank Branch in Nigeria and pay to
Bank: Ecobank (Kenya)
Acc No: 6580006627 (PAN AFRICAN LAWYERS UNION COMPANY LIMITED)

As an added benefit, we have secured a 15% discount on all flight tickets for participants flying with Ethiopian Airlines. For further details regarding membership opportunities, registration fees, visa application assistance, hotel accommodations, flight arrangements, and available discounts, do not hesitate to contact me directly at 08033067006 or visit our website at events@lawyersofafrica.org.

We look forward to your participation in this impactful conference.

Signed
For: Pan African Lawyers Union (PALU)

Joyce Oduah, FICMC
Vice-President (West Africa), PALU