GAIL Inaugural Africa Impact Journal | Feb 2025

The inaugural edition of the Africa Impact Journal provides a platform to amplify the voices and experiences of impact lawyers across the continent. African legal practitioners have long operated at the intersection of law, social justice, and sustainability, navigating complex commercial decisions within domestic, regional, and international frameworks. From leading independence movements to holding governments accountable, impact law has played a crucial role in shaping Africa’s legal landscape. However, significant challenges persist, including economic instability, human rights violations, corruption, and fragmented legal developments.

Unlike their counterparts in the Global North, African lawyers must balance impact-driven work with commercial practice while leveraging their roles as trusted advisors to drive change. GAIL offers a vital network for African impact lawyers, fostering global collaboration, knowledge exchange, and professional support. This journal invites readers to engage with its insights, contribute to future discussions, and connect with a growing community dedicated to advancing impact law in Africa.