THE TIS MOOTING CLUB is an exciting After School Activity (ASA), that sharpens critical and analytical thinking skills, boosts students’ communication skills and gives them hands-on experience in law.
Definition of a moot court: A moot court competition simulates a court hearing (usually an appeal against a final decision), in which participants analyse a problem, research the relevant law, prepare written submissions, and present oral argument. There is an ‘acting judge’ who decides which side wins based on the arguments presented by both sides.
Reference: https://www.law.ox.ac.uk/mooting-what-is-it-and-why-take-part/mooting-what-it- and-why-take-part
After taking part in 3 successful annual mooting competitions, this time around, TIS’s Mooting Club members, represented by our 4 mooters Phebe Tweneboah, Peyton Kidd, Farah Agoro Kerim Dikeni, and Bruhan-Deen Hussein have won this year’s 2024 Mooting Competition. Each of them received certificates of excellence 2023-24, for their incredible performance in the competition! They beat 11 others to win the enviable title as “THE AFRICAN SCHOOLS MOOTING COMPETITION CHAMPIONS 2024!”
SPECIAL MENTION: The Club’s President- Phebe Tweneboah was recognised for her sterling performance in the competition. She won the best mooter of the year from Ghana, and the overall Champion Mooter for the year 2024! Also, well done to Bruhan-Deen (Grade 9), our youngest mooter in this year’s competition who performed remarkably well.
Kudos to the Club’s indefatigable main patron- Mr. Louis Welagaamo – for all his relentless efforts in preparing the mooters, co-patrons- Eunice Fianu and Constance Quaye and all members of the TIS Mooting Club for their support in diverse ways, culminating in this success!
Enjoy Reading Reflections by Three of our Mooters!
“This year’s Africa Mooting Competition, hosted by the University of Dundee School of Law, was an unforgettable experience – and not just because it marked my first foray into the world of competitive mooting! Having spent a while honing my research skills within the mooting club, I was incredibly grateful for the chance to put my learning to the test. Starting as a researcher, I diligently absorbed everything I could from the competition process. Witnessing senior members’ and fellow participants’ dedication and expertise was immensely inspiring. Their guidance was invaluable, and I learned much from their experience.
The competition itself solidified my passion for pursuing law as a career. The thrill of argument, the importance of research, and the strategic thinking involved – it all resonated deeply with me. But beyond the intellectual challenge, the entire experience was simply enjoyable.
To my absolute surprise, despite being a first-timer, I received a Certificate of Excellence in Mooting! This unexpected recognition fills me with immense pride and serves as a huge motivator to keep pushing myself further. And let’s not forget the most incredible outcome – being part of Tema International School’s well-deserved victory as the Overall Winners of the competition! This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication poured in by the entire team.
This competition has been a transformative experience. It ignited my passion for law, boosted my confidence, and equipped me with invaluable skills. I can’t wait to carry this momentum forward and strive for excellence in mooting and beyond!” Peyton Kidd (DP1)
“I have been in the mooting society for a year now; however, this was my first time participating in an international competition as a speaker. The process leading to the Moot was intense. I am grateful for the knowledge I gathered in my literature classes because it really aided me in examining and analysing the cases. The process was also time and energy- consuming; having to go over multiple cases trying to find the similarities, and, despite the differences in some supportive cases, I still had to try my best to show that the line of reasoning in those cases does not hinder the validity of my argument. I remember staying for countless hours in Mr. Louis’s office going over my arguments and points, trying my best to end on time and still convey the message fully. Balancing this preparation with my academics was another challenge because as much as mooting needed my full attention, I could not neglect my academics. I am still very happy that I took on this challenge because, looking at the course that I want to pursue in the future, mooting is the club for me. Even after all of the preparation, I quickly realised that all that I worked for came down to a few minutes and 2 questions. This reminded me of something my friend once told me, which is that it is not about how much you speak but rather about the substance of what you. I am honestly grateful for the opportunity to have participated in the 2024 International Mooting competition and even get to the point of winning the competition. It was a rewarding experience and I am looking forward to applying the knowledge I gathered while I was mooting in my future career in law and legal consulting.” Farah Agoro Kerim Dikeni (DP1)
“Being a member of TIS’s Mooting Society for about a year has been a thrilling and rewarding experience. All the cases we’ve had to sift through, dissect, and contend with have honed my legal reasoning and sharpened my advocacy skills. I’ve enjoyed all the time spent with the other members, working together and rebutting each other’s points; and, overall, being a part of this club has improved my debating and public speaking, exposed me to diverse perspectives, and refined my confidence in my intellectual capabilities— all of which I could not be more grateful for. Every internal or international competition I’ve participated in has provided invaluable knowledge, pushed me to think on my feet, and ultimately made me a more adept speaker.
