The model law as a basis for e-commerce is not a law and therefore not binding on member states, but rather an important international instrument that provide the basis for electronic transaction. Therefore, arties are expected to enact their ecommerce legislation by adopting a unified standard in line with model law. However, there are conventions and treaties on e-commerce convention that parties are expected to ratify and domesticate. The focal point of this paper is on the major international instruments on e-commerce, the paper will further address some of the challenges face and proffer solutions on how to improve e commerce.