Mariam N. Iga
Arbitration | Procurement Advisory | PPP | ESG
A dispute and project strategist specialising in ADR, PPPs, and sustainability on high-value, highly complex, multi-stakeholder projects. Based in Uganda.
Professional Experience
A seasoned professional with over a decade of experience in Procurement and Advisory of PPPs, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) frameworks, and the management of high-value, complex projects. Her work spans advisory, strategic, and implementation roles, with a focus on fostering sustainable partnerships between the public and private sectors.
Her career has been defined by a strong commitment to advancing sustainable and equitable development through the integration of sound governance practices, robust dispute resolution mechanisms, and strategic delivery models — particularly within the context of public–private partnerships (PPPs).
She has advised on and supported the design, negotiation, and execution of infrastructure and investment projects across diverse sectors, ensuring alignment with both regulatory requirements and global ESG standards. She is recognized for her analytical depth, strategic clarity, and commitment to advancing equitable, sustainable solutions in complex operational environments.
Key Roles & Contributions
- ✓Vice Chairperson, Education & Training at the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (CIArb), Uganda Chapter
- ✓Supports day-to-day management of the CIArb Uganda calendar
- ✓Moot Director at the International Center for Arbitration and Mediation in Kampala (ICAMEK)
- ✓Works with over 15 universities in the region on arbitration education
- ✓Thought leader on emerging issues in ESG, PPP, and ADR across Africa
- ✓Mentor to young professionals in arbitration and dispute resolution
Areas of Expertise
Regional Impact
Mariam continues to play a vital role in shaping conversations around responsible development and collaborative problem-solving across Africa's emerging markets. Outside of her consulting practice, she continues to offer thought leadership across the region on emerging issues in the ESG, PPP, and ADR space.