A SPECIALIZED RESEARCH & TRAINING INSTITUTE OF mount Kigali university
Where global ideas meet local impact.
IIDLAW trains lawyers and legal professionals who are not only knowledgeable, but principled and practice-ready — through rigorous scholarship, strategic partnerships, and a learning environment built to the standard of the profession it prepares them for.
WELCOMING MESSAGE
A message from the Director
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Institute of International and Development Law (IID LAW). We stand at the intersection of rigorous academic inquiry and real-world legal practice, fostering an environment where future leaders are shaped.
Our programs are designed to challenge conventional thinking and encourage deep exploration of how law acts as a catalyst for sustainable global development and social justice.
Through active mentorship, peer collaboration, and engagement with international legal frameworks, we empower our community to drive meaningful reform and create lasting positive change.
Our programs are designed to challenge conventional thinking and encourage deep exploration of how law acts as a catalyst for sustainable global development and social justice.
Through active mentorship, peer collaboration, and engagement with international legal frameworks, we empower our community to drive meaningful reform and create lasting positive change.
“Karibu IIDLAW — where global ideas meet local impact.”
Judy Ngayu
Princiapl, Institute of International and Development Law
Academic Growth
Fostering academic progress through rigorous legal research, interactive seminars, and deep analytical training.
Mentorship
Mentoring students through personalised guidance, connecting academic theory with practical, real-world excellence.
Public Lecture
Regularly hosting public lectures featuring distinguished legal scholars, diplomats, and industry pioneers.
Founded at MKU Parklands Law School
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Law School Alumni Network
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Lecture Halls & Moot Court
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Strategic Partner Institutions
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PROGRAMMES
Choose your path into legal practice
Advocates Training Programme
The bridge between law school and real legal practice — structured coursework, virtual clinics and exam-skills support aligned to the Legal Education (ATP) Regulations, 2025.
Certified Secretary (CS)
Mount Kenya University’s Institute of International and Development Law offers market-competitive courses aimed at graduating well-equipped professionals. A KASNEB-accredited course in corporate governance.
Postgraduate & LLM
We support Masters of Laws study, delivered through blended distance and online learning, alongside Diploma in Law and LLB pathways.
WHY STUDY AT IIDLAW
What you gain as a student or trainee
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Expert Faculty Mentorship
Learn under experienced legal scholars and practitioners dedicated to your professional success.
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Global Perspective, Local Relevance
A deep understanding of global legal issues paired with practical local applications.
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Research and Innovation
Cutting-edge legal research opportunities addressing contemporary global and national challenges.
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Public Lectures and Forums
High-impact lectures, workshops, and seminars featuring leading legal minds.
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Career Opportunities
A strong foundation for careers in academia, international organizations, corporate practice, and public service.
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Collaborative Learning
A vibrant intellectual community that fosters peer-to-peer collaboration and growth.
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Resources and Networks
Access to legal databases, exclusive resources, and a global professional network.
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Student Empowerment
Nurturing critical thinking, advocacy skills, and ethical responsibility.
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Practical Learning
Hands-on experience through moot courts, legal clinics, and simulated arbitrations.
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Academic & Professional Growth
Continuous academic advising, mentorship programs, and career placement support.
OUR AFFILIATE INSTITUTIONS
Part of the Mount Kenya University Group
MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY
MOUNT KIGALI UNIVERSITY
EQUIP
TV47 KENYA
RADIO 47
KIGALI PARAMOUNT HOTEL