About ALED
From a vision in Zimbabwe to a Pan-African movement transforming the continent through law, policy, and economic innovation.
Our Founding Story
ALED was born from the vision of Lawyers for Economic Development (LED), a pioneering organization established in Zimbabwe in 2019. What began as a national initiative to bridge the gap between legal expertise and economic transformation has evolved into a continental movement.
Under the leadership of Adv. Mellisa T. Dinha and with the patronage ofH.E. Dr. Emmerson D. Mnangagwa, President of Zimbabwe, we recognized that Africa's economic future required a unified approach to legal and policy reform.
Today, ALED stands as a testament to the power of Pan-African collaboration, uniting legal minds across the continent to drive sustainable economic transformation through innovative policy solutions and strategic partnerships.
Our Journey
2019
LED founded in Zimbabwe with a vision for legal-economic integration
2021
Expansion across Africa, establishing regional partnerships and networks
2023
Launch of AGIC and establishment as premier Pan-African legal organization
Our Purpose
Driving Africa's transformation through the power of law, policy innovation, and strategic collaboration
Our Mission
To unite Africa's legal minds in driving sustainable economic transformation through innovative policy solutions, strategic partnerships, and capacity building initiatives that unlock the continent's full potential.
- Facilitate cross-border legal and economic collaboration
- Develop innovative policy frameworks for African development
- Build capacity among African legal professionals
Our Vision
A prosperous, integrated Africa where legal excellence drives economic transformation, creating opportunities for all Africans to thrive in a globally competitive and sustainable continental economy.
- Integrated African legal and economic systems
- Sustainable and inclusive economic growth
- Global competitiveness and innovation leadership
Our Core Values
The principles that guide our mission and shape our approach to African transformation
Ubuntu
We believe in the interconnectedness of all Africans and the power of collective action for continental prosperity.
Excellence
We maintain the highest standards of legal and professional practice in all our endeavors.
Innovation
We embrace creative solutions and cutting-edge approaches to address Africa's unique challenges.
Collaboration
We foster partnerships across sectors, borders, and disciplines to maximize our collective impact.
Integrity
We uphold the highest ethical standards and transparency in all our operations and relationships.
Sustainability
We promote environmentally conscious and socially responsible development across the continent.
Our Leadership
Visionary leaders driving Africa's transformation through legal excellence and strategic innovation
Adv. Mellisa T. Dinha
President & Founder
Visionary leader and founder of ALED, with extensive experience in international law, economic policy, and African development. Leading the transformation of legal practice across the continent.
H.E. Dr. Emmerson D. Mnangagwa
Founding Patron
President of Zimbabwe and Founding Patron of ALED, providing strategic guidance and continental leadership to advance Africa's economic transformation agenda.
Message from Our President
"Africa's future lies not just in our natural resources, but in the power of our legal minds working together to create frameworks that unlock our continent's true potential. ALED represents the bridge between legal excellence and economic transformation that Africa needs."
President & Founder, ALED