Legal Researcher and Academic Practice Officer
BURUME RUTAKANGWA Sylvain is a legal researcher and member of the Climate and Environmental Justice thematic workgroup at CREDDA's Environmental Law Clinic, based at the Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs (ULPGL/Goma).
Specializing in international and African public law, he is dedicated to legal research, human rights promotion, strengthening the rule of law, and advancing African expertise in international environmental law.
"Developing African expertise in international law is essential to effectively addressing climate justice and rule of law challenges across the continent."
Holding a Master's degree in International and African Public Law from the Université Libre des Pays des Grands Lacs (ULPGL/Goma), BURUME RUTAKANGWA Sylvain has served since November 2025 as the Officer for Professional Legal Practices at ULPGL's Faculty of Law. In this capacity, he guides law students through practical exercises, case studies, and moot court simulations.
BURUME RUTAKANGWA Sylvain's career reflects strong scientific engagement and international recognition:
At CREDDA, he contributes his research expertise to the Climate and Environmental Justice workgroup.