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Arbitration and Mediation in the Context of the National Integrated Maritime Strategy of Ghana: Roles, Applications, and Career Pathways
This article examines the centrality of arbitration and mediation within the framework of a National Integrated Maritime Strategy (NIMS). It explores their strategic importance in fostering maritime security, commercial stability, and cooperative governance, and considers their diverse applications in the maritime domain. The article further outlines career opportunities emerging from the integration of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms into national maritime policy. 1. Introduction Maritime governance is inherently complex, involving a web of domestic regulations, international conventions, commercial contracts, and cross-border interactions. The National Integrated Maritime Strategy (NIMS) seeks to harmonise these elements, balancing security, economic development, and environmental stewardship. Within this architecture, arbitration and mediation occupy a critical space: they are indispensable in resolving disputes efficiently, preserving relationships, and sustaining investor confidence. 2. The Strategic Role of Arbitration and Mediation in NIMS2.1 Dispute Resolution Infrastructure Maritime operations—ranging from shipbuilding to offshore energy exploration—often give rise to disputes that are
CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL MEDIATORS AND ARBITRATORS AND FUSION CENTER SIGN MOU
STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP The Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators (CIMA) in Ghana and the National Fusion Center in Nigeria have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding. The MoU aims to enhance cooperation in neutral facilitation, Islamic mediation, conflict prevention, dialogue, and inter-agency dispute resolution. Both institutions will collaborate on training, research, and publication. The partnership strengthens the region’s security architecture by deepening non-kinetic mechanisms into national and regional response crisis strategies. Officials hailed the agreement as a milestone in peacebuilding and coordinated threat management. The Norwegian Centre for Conflict Resolution (NOREF) and Ghana’s National Fusion Center have held a high-level meeting with senior officials of Ghana’s national security architecture in Accra. The engagement focused on enhancing collaboration in conflict prevention, early warning systems, and regional peacebuilding initiatives. Discussions also centered on integrating non-kinetic mechanisms into security response frameworks and strengthening resilience against emerging threats. The meeting forms part of broader
CIMA Plays Crucial Role in Pre-Electoral Peace Processes in Ghana
Accra, Ghana – November 28, 2024 The Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators (CIMA), a global leader in dispute resolution training and practice, played a crucial role in Ghana’s 2024 pre-election peace process, particularly in Ghana’s politically sensitive Odododiodio constituency. Amid heightened tensions before the general elections, CIMA was called upon to lend its technical expertise in neutral facilitation and structured mediation to foster dialogue between opposing political actors. Working in close collaboration with the National Peace Council, CIMA deployed experienced mediators and trainers to support high-stakes negotiations and community-level engagements that were instrumental in de-escalating tensions and rebuilding public confidence. The intervention at Odododiodio—one of the most historically contested constituencies in Ghana—proved pivotal in preserving public order and promoting a peaceful post-election transition. Through discreet shuttle diplomacy and stakeholder convening, CIMA helped facilitate consensus-building between party representatives, traditional leaders, and local security agencies. Esther Appiah, Former Member of the
CIMA Partners Ghana’s National Peace Council to Strengthen Post-Election Peacebuilding and Mediation
Koforidua, Ghana — July 4, 2025 The Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators (CIMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable peace and democratic stability in Ghana through active participation in the Post-2024 Elections Evaluation Dialogue, held from 2nd to 4th July 2025 at the Capital View Hotel in Koforidua. The high-level event was convened by the National Peace Council, with support from international and national partners, to assess the country’s electoral process and foster strategic dialogue for national cohesion. CIMA, as a leading institution in dispute resolution and mediation training, played a pivotal advisory and facilitative role throughout the post-election phase. Dr. Osei Bonsu Dickson, Fellow of the CIMA, represented the institution at the dialogue and delivered key insights on conflict de-escalation, legal redress mechanisms, and proactive mediation strategies. “Sustainable peace demands more than goodwill—it demands technical expertise, neutrality, and inclusive engagement,” Dr. Dickson stated. “CIMA has continued to support
