Announcing Our New Management Committee
On Wednesday 30 July, SAALI held its AGM and we are delighted to introduce the newly appointed committee members for 2025 / 2026. We look forward to the year ahead under their leadership, as we continue to grow our community, create opportunities, and provide meaningful impact.
Kaday Conteh (President)
Ebenezer Assibey-Bonsu (Deputy President)
Georgina Yiannakis (Secretary)
Elias Mulenga (Treasurer)
Carmen Maughan (Social Media and Engagement)
Muneira Jibril (Social Media and Engagement)
Dalitso Banda
Nana Kwakwaa Akuoko-Tawiah
Katherine Baim (Community Engagement)
Philip Njoroge (Community Engagement)
Taona Maforimbo
Panashe Cynthia Mudimu (Student Engagement)
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the outgoing Committee for their service and contributions. Your efforts have laid a strong foundation for the future.
To learn more about our vision and objectives, go to our About page and stay tuned for upcoming initiatives and events.
Click here for our LinkedIn wrap up.
Click here to view the photo gallery for the AGM
Curtin Law Student Society Careers Guide Launch Event
Last Tuesday, SAALI members had the pleasure of attending the launch of the 2025 Curtin Student Law Society (CSLS) Careers Guide, an event that brought together law students, educators and industry professionals. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect with future talent and celebrate the dedication of the CSLS team.
Thank you to Katherine Baim for making a contribution to the guide, on behalf of SAALI. If you’d like to read Katherine’s article or access the other extremely useful infomation contained in the guide, check out the link below.
Congratulations to everyone involved in this year’s publication and thank you to the Curtin Student Law Society for hosting such a memorable event!
Click here for our LinkedIn wrap up.
Click here to view the 2025 Curtin Student Law Society Careers Guide.SAALI 2025 Annual General Meeting
Dear SAALI Members
The Society of African Australian Lawyers Inc. gives notice of and invites you to our 2025 Annual General Meeting.
All members have been notified via email containing relevant documentation. If you did not receive an email, please get in touch via saaliinc@gmail.com.
Applications for the SAALI 2025 African Law Student Award are Open!
To mark the occasion, we caught up with Mako Murazvu, our inaugural Award winner, to reflect on his journey since receiving the Award.
Mako shared powerful insights about his experience—from applying for the Award to interning at Perseus Mining Limited—and what this opportunity has meant for his personal and professional growth.
If you’re a passionate law student of African heritage enrolled in a law school in Western Australia and are ready to take your next big step, this could be your moment. Hear directly from Mako why you should apply.
📝 Applications are now open!
🖇️ https://lnkd.in/gcR9Tr6f
📆 Deadline: 13 June 2025
For further information, please contact us at saaliinc@gmail.com.
Law Week | Law Access: Walk for Justice 2025
On the brisk morning of Tuesday 20 March, members of SAALI proudly participated in the annual Law Access Walk for Justice.
It was an honour to join the broader legal community in supporting access to justice for those most in need.
A meaningful event and a powerful reminder of our shared commitment to equity and service.
Click here for our LinkedIn wrap up.
Click here for our Instagram wrap up.Law Week | Membership Associations Community Gathering 2025
Law Week is all about justice, connection and community, and there was no better way to kick it off than by bringing together leaders of legal associations to talk about joint solutions to common challenges.
Held at Lawson Flats on Monday, 19 May and chaired by President Gary Mack and CEO Kate Wellington, the gathering was the perfect forum to discuss shared areas of purpose and how we can best support each other.
Thanks to the Law Society of Western Australia for inviting to this inaugural event. We look forward to joining you at many more of these events, aligning our interests and form a united front for the benefit of the legal profession.
Click here for the Law Society of Western Australia LinkedIn post.
Building Bridges: SAALI attends WA Police Commissioners Morning Tea for African Community Leaders
On 15 May, representatives from SAALI had the privilege of attending the annual WA Police Commissioners Morning Tea for African Community Leaders. The gathering brought together key voices from across the African diaspora and the Western Australian Police Force, offering a valuable platform for open dialogue, mutual learning and community connection.
Held each year, the event underscores the importance of cultural understanding in enhancing community safety. This year’s discussions were especially meaningful, as community representatives presented on critical topics such as cultural sensitivities, barriers to communication, and ways to overcome common misunderstandings.
We also had the chance to engage directly with cadets and serving officers, learning more about their career journeys. It was both inspiring and encouraging to see a growing number of individuals from African backgrounds choosing to serve in the WA Police. Their stories reflected not only a deep sense of purpose but also a clear message: diversity strengthens our institutions and enriches our shared future.
A morning well spent — filled with conversation, connection, and a shared commitment to building safer, more inclusive communities.
