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UZ Moot Society MISSION: to provide a platform and opportunity in which members develop effective oral and writing skills.

Such skills include comprehensive writing skills such as legal drafting, preparing heads of arguments and strong oral advocacy.

🚨 BREAKING NEWS | CHAMPIONS OF THE GREEN GLOBAL (GLGI) INTERNATIONAL CLIMATE JUSTICE MOOT COURT COMPETITION 2026 🏆🇿🇼The ...
09/09/2026

🚨 BREAKING NEWS | CHAMPIONS OF THE GREEN GLOBAL (GLGI) INTERNATIONAL CLIMATE JUSTICE MOOT COURT COMPETITION 2026 🏆🇿🇼

The University of Zimbabwe has been crowned Champion of the 2026 Green Law Global Institute (GLGI) International Moot Court Competition, securing a unanimous 5–0 decision from the final bench.

Representing the University of Zimbabwe’s (Coalition for Ethical Circular Apparel) CECA Team, Lauren Mkahanana and Kudakwashe Masango emerged victorious after months of demanding legal research, memorial drafting and oral advocacy in one of the continent’s climate justice competitions.

The road to the championship
The journey began in March/April 2026, when 12 universities entered the competition to argue a complex dispute on climate justice and environmental governance.

Over several months, teams progressed through:
Preliminary Rounds
Quarter-Finals
Semi-Finals
The Grand Final
The elimination rounds ultimately produced two finalists: the University of Zimbabwe🇿🇼 and a Catholic University of Kenya🇰🇪, setting the stage for the championship round.

Two weeks before the announcement of the results, on 24 August 2026, the two teams met in the decisive final. Following deliberations, the five-member bench, including Justice Helen Omondi, unanimously ruled in favour of the University of Zimbabwe, officially crowning UZ the 2026 GLGI International Moot Court Champions.

More than a trophy. This victory reflects months of discipline, resilience and belief in the power of advocacy. Every memorial drafted, every late night preparation session and every round argued became part of a journey that ended with Zimbabwe standing on top of an international stage.

We hope this achievement encourages every law student to step into mooting. The courtroom is more than a competition. It is where confidence is built, legal reasoning is sharpened and future advocates discover what they are capable of becoming.
UZ for the win. Dare to Moot.
DareToMoot UZLaw

🏆 THE UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE CLOSES THE 20TH IHL MOOT COURT COMPETITION WITH A HAT-TRICK! 🇿🇼🇿🇼🏆⭐️⚖️Three consecutive tit...
09/08/2026

🏆 THE UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE CLOSES THE 20TH IHL MOOT COURT COMPETITION WITH A HAT-TRICK! 🇿🇼🇿🇼🏆⭐️⚖️

Three consecutive titles. One incredible legacy.

The University of Zimbabwe has once again emerged victorious at the 20th IHL Moot Competition, securing its third consecutive championship and completing a remarkable hat-trick! 🏆🔥

The winning team,
Miss Tafara Mwayera
Miss Abigail Masawi
Miss Kudakwashe Masango
demonstrated exceptional resilience and advocacy throughout the competition.

🌟 Special congratulations to Abigail Masawi, who was named Best Oralist in the Preliminary Rounds, a remarkable achievement and testament to the calibre of advocacy within the UZ team.

Beyond the competition itself, this experience was an invaluable opportunity for our students to engage with International Humanitarian Law through practical role-play, different professional perspectives and meaningful learning. It challenged us to think beyond the courtroom and reminded us of the responsibility we carry as future advocates of IHL.

❤️ A special thank you to Raoul Willenberg The Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights
and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)International Committee of the Red Cross, and Sweden Sverige for making this event such a meaningful success. Your commitment to IHL education and advocacy is helping equip a new generation of students with the knowledge, skills and perspective to become better advocates for tomorrow and contribute meaningfully to the continued development of IHL.

We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to our coaches Melusi Jojo, Munya Musarurwa, Theresa, Kudzai and Miriam, and to our Patron Adv Taz Taz TG Mus, for their guidance, dedication and unwavering support throughout this journey.

🙏 Above all, we thank the Lord Almighty for His grace, mercy and love and for giving us the strength and opportunity to represent the Zimbabwe at the Regionals.

Three in a row. One team. One crown. 🇿🇼🇿🇼🏆

NATIONAL IHL CHAMPIONS 2026🇿🇼🇿🇼🎉

01/06/2026

🎥 ZBC Interview Highlight

One of the most rewarding aspects of mooting is the way it prepares students for opportunities far beyond the courtroom.

In this snippet, Natasha Dhliwayo and Miriam Moyo reflect on how mooting has shaped their personal and professional journeys—from competing on international stages to developing critical skills such as advocacy, time management, teamwork, and resilience under pressure.

Their experiences are a reminder that mooting is not just about winning competitions; it is about building confident, capable, and globally minded legal professionals.

We are proud to share this highlight from our recent feature on ZBC’s Young, Gifted and Talented programme.

🎙️⚖️ Showcasing the Power of Mooting Beyond the Courtroom The University of Zimbabwe Moot Society was honoured to be fea...
01/06/2026

🎙️⚖️ Showcasing the Power of Mooting Beyond the Courtroom

The University of Zimbabwe Moot Society was honoured to be featured on the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation’s Young, Gifted and Talented Programme, a national platform dedicated to highlighting young Zimbabweans who are making a meaningful impact in their respective fields.

We were proudly represented by exceptional mooters Natasha Dhiwayo, Miriam Moyo ,Rudo Marere and Tanaka Gota, who shared insights into the transformative role mooting has played in their personal and professional development.

During the interview, Natasha and Miriam reflected on their mooting journeys, which have afforded them opportunities to compete at national, regional, and international levels, representing Zimbabwe in countries such as Switzerland and Austria. They spoke about how mooting has opened doors, built confidence, and provided experiences that extend far beyond the classroom.

Natasha highlighted how mooting has helped her build a global network and personal brand, creating opportunities for growth, leadership, and international engagement. Miriam emphasized the practical skills mooting develops time management, multitasking, teamwork, critical thinking, and the ability to perform under pressure all of which are essential for success in legal practice.

As a Society, we remain grateful to the coaches, advocates, judges, and mentors who continuously invest their time and expertise into developing the next generation of legal professionals. Their guidance ensures that students leave not only as better advocates, but as individuals equipped for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

We thank the Young, Gifted and Talented team for providing a platform to share our story and celebrate the impact of mooting in shaping future legal leaders.

🌍⚖️ University of Zimbabwe Advances to the GLGI Moot Court Finals in Ethiopia ⚖️🌍The University of Zimbabwe Moot Society...
01/06/2026

🌍⚖️ University of Zimbabwe Advances to the GLGI Moot Court Finals in Ethiopia ⚖️🌍

The University of Zimbabwe Moot Society proudly congratulates Lauren Mkahanana and Kudakwashe Masango for advancing to the final stage of the 2026 Green Law Global Initiative (GLGI) Moot Court Competition.

The GLGI Moot is a prestigious international platform dedicated to advancing climate justice and environmental governance through law. This year, the competition brought together 12 teams from across the globe, with participants from countries including Canada and South Africa.

Demonstrating exceptional advocacy and legal reasoning, the University of Zimbabwe team successfully progressed through the quarterfinals and semifinals. Their impressive 87–82% victory over Herbert Chitepo School of Law secured their place in the Grand Final, which will be hosted in Ethiopia this June.

This achievement is particularly inspiring as Kudakwashe Masango is a first-time mooter, highlighting the Moot Society’s commitment to nurturing talent and developing future legal leaders.

As they prepare for the final round, Lauren and Kudakwashe carry not only the hopes of the University of Zimbabwe but also the opportunity to showcase Zimbabwean excellence on the international stage.

Special appreciation goes to Advocate Tazorora Musarurwa for his invaluable guidance and mentorship as coach.

Congratulations to the team, and we wish them the very best as they pursue the championship title in Ethiopia. 🇿🇼🏆

We are proud to announce that the University of Zimbabwe Faculty of Law will be competing in the Semifinal 2 of the Gree...
29/04/2026

We are proud to announce that the University of Zimbabwe Faculty of Law will be competing in the Semifinal 2 of the Green Law Global Initiative (GLGI) International Moot Court Competition 2026 🌍⚖️

Our team will go head-to-head with the Herbert Chitepo School of Law in a high-stakes round focused on climate justice and environmental governance issues that shape our future as a nation and continent.

🗓 Date: Saturday, 2 May 2026
⏰ Time: 17:30hrs (EAT)
📍 Venue: Virtual Courtroom

This is more than just a moot — it is a platform where legal minds advocate for sustainability, accountability, and justice in the face of climate challenges.

We invite all students, alumni, and supporters to join us and show your support as we take this important step on the international stage.

🔗 Watch live via the public link on the flyer

https://tinyurl.com/2026GLGIPubliclink

Law. Justice. Sustainability. Our Future. Our Responsibility.

🔥 History made. Barriers broken. Africa represented.The University of Zimbabwe of Moot Society is beyond proud to celeb...
02/04/2026

🔥 History made. Barriers broken. Africa represented.

The University of Zimbabwe of Moot Society is beyond proud to celebrate an unforgettable performance at the 33rd Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot hosted in Vienna Austria 🇦🇹.

This was the second time the society took part in this prestigious competition and also being the only law school representing Zimbabwe 🇿🇼

The team consisted of Ms Rudo Marere and Tanaka Gota who competed, conquered, and inspired.

Out of 384+ universities and over a thousand mooters from across the globe:
🌍 They were one of only two African teams to reach the Round of 64
🌍 And the only African team to advance to the Round of 32

This is more than an achievem,ent it’s a statement.

With remarkable intellectual rigor, eloquence, and resilience, they stood shoulder to shoulder with the world’s best, earning admiration and praise from the international arbitration community.

💡 And the impact doesn’t end there their performance has secured for the University the prestigious Gary Born Commentary on International Commercial Arbitration (Triad Copy Series), a globally respected resource that will benefit generations of mooters to come.

Through every challenge, they rose. Through every round, they delivered. This is what excellence looks like.

👏 Guided by exceptional mentorship:
• Blessing Tavonga Mandima
• Advocate Regina Mabwe

Today we celebrate not just a team, but a legacy in the making.

🇿🇼 To UZ to Africa to many more wins ahead.

Excellence and continuous growth are the hallmarks of true leadership 👏⭐️Warmest congratulations to our Patron, Advocate...
25/03/2026

Excellence and continuous growth are the hallmarks of true leadership 👏⭐️

Warmest congratulations to our Patron, Advocate Taz Musarurwa, on graduating with a Master’s in Public Procurement Law, Policy & Regulation from Stellenbosch University 🎓

This outstanding achievement reflects his unwavering dedication to the legal profession and his commitment to continuous learning and excellence. His guidance, mentorship, and support have played a pivotal role in shaping aspiring advocates and strengthening legal minds within the UZ Moot Society.

We are truly grateful for his continued investment in the next generation of legal practitioners. This milestone is not only a personal achievement, but an inspiration to all of us.

Wishing you continued success and impact in the legal field, Advocate. Congratulations once again!

06/03/2026

The University of Zimbabwe Moot Society recently hosted its Internal Moot competition inspired by the prestigious John H. Jackson Moot Court Competition, bringing together aspiring freshman mooters to engage with international trade law and simulate proceedings before a WTO panel.

Participants demonstrated impressive legal research, written advocacy, and oral argument skills while tackling complex issues in international economic law.

A huge thank you to everyone who made this initiative a success and to the future advocates who continue to raise the standard of mooting at UZ.

Silver in Nairobi! 🥈 University of Zimbabwe Shines at EAPM 2026We are thrilled to announce that the University of Zimbab...
22/02/2026

Silver in Nairobi! 🥈 University of Zimbabwe Shines at EAPM 2026

We are thrilled to announce that the University of Zimbabwe Moot Team consisting of Tanaka Gota,Rudo Marere recently returned from Nairobi, Kenya, after a stellar performance at the East African Practice Moot (EAPM) 2026.

Out of 19 universities from across the continent, UZ stood proud as the sole representative from Zimbabwe. After a grueling series of rounds against nearly 45 of Africa’s brightest legal minds, our team secured an outstanding 2nd Place Finish overall!

The Journey to the Finals:
• ✅ Preliminary Rounds: Remained undefeated.
• ✅ Semi-Finals: Prevailed over Cavendish University Zambia.
• ✅ The Grand Final: A hard-fought battle against the University of Cape Town, finishing as Runners-Up.

A special congratulations to Rudo Marere, who was named Second Runner-Up for Best Oralist a testament to the individual talent within our team. 🏆

Beyond the competition, the team engaged in intensive training with global experts like Stefan Kröll and networked with top-tier firms including Karim Anjarwalla,ALN Kenya | Anjarwalla & Khanna.

Thank You to our Mentors:
None of this would be possible without the tireless guidance of Coach Blessing Tavonga Mandima , Edgar Nyanhanda, Theresa Chimusimbe , Nigus Sintayehu Geletu , Bettina Okinyi, and Advocate Regina Mabwe . Our gratitude also goes to the UZ Moot Society and Advocate Taz Musarurwa for the unwavering support.

Special thanks to Africa in the Moot (AITM), Strathmore University , Jones Day , and White & Case LLP for hosting such a transformative event. 🇿🇼🇰🇪

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Harare

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