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The API Newsletter : July to September 2024
ONECCA Burkina Faso and API Sign Historic MoU to Professionalize Public Sector Accountants in French-Speaking Africa
On September 23, 2024, a groundbreaking milestone was achieved with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) and ONECCA Burkina Faso (The Professional Accountancy Organisation in Burkina Faso). This pivotal collaboration marks a new era in public sector professionalisation in Francophone Africa, setting the stage for a more…
Read MoreANAN Advances Accounting Excellence at the 29th Annual Conference in Abuja
From September 16 to 19, 2024, the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) hosted its prestigious 29th Annual Conference in the thriving capital city of Abuja, drawing over 6,000 delegates from across Nigeria and the African continent. This monumental event underscored ANAN’s enduring commitment to shaping the future of accountancy through in-depth discourse, professional…
Read MoreAPI’s 2nd Virtual Public Financial Management (PFM) Conference: Driving the Future of Public Accountability and Governance in Africa
On September 10, 2024, the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) made a bold statement of hope to the continental community through its inspiring second virtual Public Financial Management (PFM) Conference. This pivotal event not only solidified API’s mission to enhance the skills and ethical standards of Africa’s public finance professionals but also underscored the continent’s commitment…
Read MoreAFROSAI-E Partners Meeting Highlights Collaborative Progress in Public Sector Professionalisation
On September 5, 2024, AFROSAI-E held its highly anticipated midyear partners reporting meeting, a virtual gathering that drew donors and development partners working with AFROSAI-E from across the world. The meeting provided a platform for AFROSAI-E and its partners to discuss key milestones and chart the future of SAI capacity development and strengthening as well…
Read MoreAPI Transitions to Permanent Governance Structure
The African Professionalisation Initiative (API) has taken a significant step forward in its mission to professionalise the African public sector by transitioning to a permanent governance structure. This follows the conclusion of the Interim Oversight Board’s (IOB) term on July 31, 2024, and the subsequent approval of the new Governing Council representatives.The outgoing IOB Chairman,…
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The API Newsletter : April to June 2024
The State of Eritrea Signs Landmark MoU for Public Sector Professionalisation
On July 11, 2024, the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) marked a significant milestone by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State of Eritrea. This landmark event was graced by numerous dignitaries, including the Minister for Finance and National Development of Eritrea, H.E Dr Ghiorgis Teklemichael; the Auditor General of Eritrea, AG Gherezgiher Ghebremedhin;…
Read MoreAPI and USAID Advance Public Sector Professionalisation in Liberia
In a significant move to bolster the capacity of the public sector across Africa, the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) recently concluded a pivotal visit to Liberia from June 16th to 19th, 2024. In collaboration with USAID and key Liberian public sector stakeholders, this visit marked a major stride forward in advancing the development of a…
Read MoreAPI and ANAN Sign MOU During PAFA Annual General Meeting
On June 27, 2024, a significant milestone was achieved as the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) and the Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) signed a groundbreaking Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This transformative agreement, aimed at elevating the professional standards of public sector accountants and auditors in Nigeria, was celebrated during the prestigious Pan African…
Read MoreAPI-USAID, PAAB and NIPA Namibia Advance Public Sector Professionalisation in Namibia
In a significant move to strengthen the public sector’s capacity across Africa, the African Professionalization Initiative (API), in collaboration with USAID and Namibia regulator the PAAB and NIPA, have made remarkable strides during their recent API visit to Namibia where an MOU was signed to professionalise public sector Accountants and auditor in Namibia. Held from…
Read MoreRequest for Proposal – Support Services for AWS and Moodle LMS
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Read MoreAPI and USAID Advance Public Sector Finance Management Strengthening in Zimbabwe
Introduction The African Professionalisation Initiative (API) has undertaken a mission to transform the public sector in Africa by developing competent, ethical, and influential professionals dedicated to fostering accountability, transparency, and good financial governance. A recent API-USAID stakeholder consultation and engagement event in Zimbabwe, held from May 13 to 15, 2024, underscored this commitment. This report…
Read MoreSIDA Leads in Empowering Africa’s PFM Capacity Through the API
In the realm of international development, strategic partnerships are instrumental in achieving sustainable economic and social advancements. A standout example of such effective collaboration is the support extended by the Swedish International Cooperation and Development Agency (SIDA) to the African Professionalisation Initiative (API). SIDA, Sweden’s government agency dedicated to international development cooperation, has been pivotal…
Read MoreCall for Expressions of Interest to form part of a Panel of Service Providers for the African Professionalisation Initiative (API)
Deadline : 30 June 2024 5:00 PM, South African Standard Time (SAST). About The API The African Professionalisation Initiative (API) is an independent non-profit organisation whose primary objective is to strengthen the capacity and knowledge base of accounting and auditing professionals in the African public sector to enhance accounting and auditing service delivery to the…
Read MoreAPI and USAID’s Initiative in Botswana to Strengthen Accountability in the African Public Sector
API and USAID (IFAC MOU Partner) are committed to supporting greater accountability and transparency in the public sector. Saff from the API and USAID embarked on a critical mission to Botswana, engaging with key stakeholders to foster support and gather insights for the development of a pioneering learning programme on performance audits for health sector…
Read MoreAPI and AFIIA Forge a Groundbreaking Partnership to Strengthen PFM in Africa
In a landmark event on the 8th of May 2024, the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) and the African Federation of Institutes of Internal Auditors (AFIIA) signed a Collaborative Agreement that promises to reshape the landscape of public financial management (PFM) across Africa. This strategic alliance is set to bolster the capabilities of Africa’s public sector…
Read MoreAFROSAI-E Champions Good Governance and Accountability
AFROSAI-E has successfully held the 20th Edition of its Governing Board Meeting and Strategic Review annual forum. The event took place from 6 to 10 May 2024, in Kampala, Uganda and was hosted by the Office of the Auditor General of Uganda. Themed ‘Vision 2029,’ this crucial gathering brought together prominent figures from across the…
Read MoreAPI Nominating Committee Advancing Good Governance
The African Professionalisation Initiative ranks good governance practice highly as a critical factor in its long-term success and endurance. To realise this objective, the API is in the process of establishing its institutional governance arrangements in line with the API constitution. In a significant stride towards fostering good governance within the API; the API Nominating…
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Read MoreCalling for Applications for ICT Internships at The API – API ICT Interns Pool (Database)
Deadline for submission : 15 May 2024 About the African Professionalisation Initiative The API is an independent non-profit organisation whose primary objective is to strengthen the capacity and knowledge base of accounting and auditing professionals in the African public sector to enhance accounting and auditing service delivery to the citizens of Africa. Our Vision:…
Read MoreThe API Newsletter : January to March 2024
Press Release: API Launches The Public Sector Ethics Short Certification Course
Embark on a transformative journey towards ethical excellence in the public sector with the API Public Sector Ethics Certification Programme. Designed as a virtual learning oasis, this certification course is meticulously crafted to arm accountants, auditors, and all those engaged in public service with the indispensable knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to navigate the complex…
Read MoreIFAC MOU Partners – GAVI, Global Fund, USAID & PAFA, Advance Accountability in the Public Sector
In a groundbreaking move, the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) has forged a strategic alliance with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to propel accountability within the public health sector by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on 13 March 2024. This MOU marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts of various stakeholders…
Read MorePAFA, ONECCA Burkina Faso, and API To Increase Public Sector Professionals in Burkina Faso
Representatives from the Pan African Federation of Accountants (PAFA), the National Order of Chartered Accountants and Accounting Experts of Burkina Faso (ONECCA Burkina Faso), and the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) recently convened to discuss the delivery of public sector Professionalisation for accountants, auditors and non-finance managers in French speaking African countries. This initiative, funded by…
Read MoreGood Public Financial Management Will Transform Lives – SIDA
The African Professionalisation Initiative (API) and the Swedish International Cooperation and Development Agency (SIDA) met on 9 February 2024 to evaluate performance against targets for the year 2023 and consider actions for future periods. As a key financier of the API, SIDA maintains a keen interest in supporting initiatives that support good finance governance with…
Read MoreAAAG Promotes Prosperity Through Integrated PFM Governance
However long the night may last, there will be a morning – African proverb A new era has been ushered in on the African continent with the holding of the first annual conference of the African Association of Accountants General (AAAG), that took place in Maseru, Lesotho, from the 19 to 22 February 2024. The…
Read MoreAdvancing Accountancy in Africa: Key Stakeholders Convene to Address Governance, Transparency, and Sustainability
The Pan African Federation of Accountants (PAFA), in collaboration with the African Union (AU) and the World Bank (WB), organised a ground-breaking stakeholders roundtable in Nairobi, Kenya from 22 to 26 January 2024. The event brought together key stakeholders from the African and Global accountancy ecosystem. The forum delved into critical topics, aiming to shape…
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Read MoreThe API Newsletter : October to December 2023
Gambia Takes Steps to Professionalise Government Auditors and Accountants
On the 5 December 2023, the Republic of The Gambia made a significant move towards enhancing accountability and transparency in the use of public resources by signing a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the African Professionalisation Initiative (API). The MoU was signed by the Gambia Institute of Chartered Accountants (GICA); the National Audit Office of…
Read MoreRequest for Expressions of Interest : API Implementation Consultant Liberia
AFROSAI-E has received financing from the African Development Bank towards the cost of the African Financial Integrity and Accountability Support Project (AFIAP). We intend to apply part of the agreed amount for this grant to payments under the contract for a consultant to coordinate and implement the API Learning Programme for Liberia. Click here to visit the AfDB website for more…
Read MoreRequest for Expressions of Interest : API Implementation Consultant Zimbabwe
The AFROSAI-E has received financing from the African Development Bank towards the cost of the African Financial Integrity and Accountability Support Project (AFIAP) and intends to apply part of the agreed amount for this grant to payments under the contract for a consultant to coordinate and implement the API Learning Programme for Zimbabwe. Click here…
Read MoreSIDA and API Meet to Review 2023 Results on Strengthening Public Sector Accountability in Africa
Introduction In a significant step towards enhancing transparency and accountability in the African public sector, the Swedish International Cooperation and Development Agency (SIDA) and the African Public Sector Professionalisation Initiative (API) for government accountants and auditors convened a pivotal meeting on 15 November 2023. The purpose of the meeting was to review the performance and…
Read MoreRequest for Expressions of Interest – Liberia
Contextualisation of Liberia country-specific learning content AFROSAI-E has received financing from the African Development Bank (AfDB) towards the cost of the African Financial Integrity and Accountability Support Project (AFIAP) and intends to apply part of the agreed amount for this grant to payments under the contract for a consultancy/service provider to the author to incorporate…
Read MoreRequest for Expressions of Interest – Zimbabwe
Contextualisation of Zimbabwe country-specific learning content AFROSAI-E has received financing from the African Development Bank (AfDB) towards the cost of the African Financial Integrity and Accountability Support Project (AFIAP) and intends to apply part of the agreed amount for this grant to payments under the contract for a consultancy/service provider to the author to incorporate…
Read MoreAFROSAI-E Successfully Holds the Annual Technical Conference
Introduction The African Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions from English-speaking countries (AFROSAI-E) recently concluded its highly anticipated and successful 18th Technical Conference themed MOVE, which took place from the 7 to 9 November, 2023, in Pretoria, South Africa. The event provided a platform for delegates from Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) across the region to discuss…
Read MoreRequest for Proposals – Digitisation of the ALP into French
Please click below to view the issued Request for Proposals for the digitisation of the Accelerated Programme learning resources into French, on the API online learning platform. Deadline for Proposals extended to: Friday, 8 December 2023 at 5pm (South African Standard Time).
Read MoreRequests for Proposals – Pre-qualification (Students) Learning Resources
Please click below to view the re-issued Request for Proposals for the development of learning resources targeting aspiring professional accountants and auditors. Deadline for Proposals has been extended to: Friday, 8 December 2023 at 5pm (South African Standard Time).
Read MoreZimbabwe Strengthens Public Sector Accountability with Professionalisation Agreement
Introduction In a significant milestone for Zimbabwe’s public sector, a momentous ceremony was held on the 23 October 2023 to mark the signing of the Public Sector Accountants and Auditors Professionalisation Agreement. The agreement, signed between the Management Training Bureau of Zimbabwe (MTB), the Chartered Governance & Accountancy Institute in Zimbabwe (CGAIZ), and the African…
Read MoreAPI Takes part in the Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) Professionalisation Webinar
Introduction On 3 October 2023, an important webinar was held to address the pressing objective of professionalisation within Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) in the AFROSAI community. The event, organised by the Professionalisation Working Group of the Institutional and Technical Capacity Building Committee (ITCBC) of AFROSAI, in partnership with the Regional Forum of the Capacity Building…
Read MoreThe API Holds The First Virtual PFM Conference
Introduction The first African Professionalisation Initiative (API) Virtual Public Finance Management (PFM) Conference took place on 27 September 2023, creating a groundbreaking platform that brought together public sector accountants and auditors from across Africa. This landmark event marked a significant step toward enhancing professionalism and promoting best practices in the field of public finance management…
Read MoreThe API Newsletter : July to September 2023
Liberia Signs the MOU with API to Professionalise Public Sector Accountants and Auditors
Introduction Liberia, a West African nation, has taken a significant step towards strengthening the accountancy profession by professionalising their government accountants and auditors. The Liberian government recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the African Professionalisation Initiative (API). The signing ceremony took place in Monrovia on the 29 September 2023. This collaboration between Liberian…
Read MoreAPI and AAFA Partnership Reinforced at the 2023 AAFA Annual Conference
Introduction The African Professionalisation Initiative attended the 12th Annual African Accounting and Finance hosted by AAFA – the African Accounting and Finance Association between 5-8 September 2023. This was a momentous occasion, as Accra, Ghana, the venue of this year’s conference, represents a significant location in the history of AAFA, as it is where the…
Read MoreAPI Takes Part in the Inaugural Meeting of PAFA Audit Quality Review
Introduction The Pan African Federation of Accountants (PAFA) has successfully held its inaugural meeting of the Forum of Heads of Audit Quality Assurance Departments in Africa. The event took place on the 30 – 31 of August 2023 in Nairobi, Kenya. The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) played host to this important…
Read MoreAPI Meets with its Key Donor – SIDA
Overview In a significant step toward enhancing its professionalisation efforts, the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) Executive Committee members and secretariat staff held productive discussions with the Swedish International Cooperation and Development Agency (SIDA). SIDA is API’s main funder. The meeting took place on 10 August 2023. The API is grateful for the strong partnership and…
Read MoreCalling for Applications for Internships at The API – API Interns Pool (Database)
Deadline for submission: 31 October 2023 About The API The API is an independent non-profit organisation whose primary objective is to strengthen the capacity and knowledge base of accounting and auditing professionals in the African public sector to enhance accounting and auditing service delivery to the citizens of Africa.
Read MoreThe African Association of Accountants General – AAAG – Launched
Introduction “One does not force a pregnant woman to give birth” – African Proverb. The 6th of July 2023 will be remembered for centuries as the birthday of The African Association of Accountants General – AAAG. On this day, a special ceremony was held to welcome a new baby – The AAAG. Accountants General play…
Read MoreThe API Newsletter : April to June 2023
BICA and API Sign the API Professionalisation MOU
Background and Professionalisation Rationale BICA and API have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to professionalise public sector accountants and auditors in Botswana. There exists a severe shortage of public sector accounting and auditing professionals across Africa. The African Union Charter on Values and Principles of Public Service and Administration stresses in article 9 the…
Read MoreAPI Engages at the PAFA Events During the ACOA 2023
Introduction Professionals are continually encouraged to commit to lifelong learning by relentlessly pursuing acquisition of knowledge and ideas that prepare and position them for long-term success. The API took part in the seventh (7th) edition of the PAFA biannual conference – “Africa Congress of Accountants” that took place in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire from 15 to…
Read MoreThe API Takes Part in the AFROSAI-E Strategy Review Meeting
Introduction The African Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions from English speaking countries (AFROSAI-E) held its strategy review and Board meeting in Accra, Ghana from 8th to 12th May 2023. AFROSAI-E is one of the founding API partner organisations and plays a vital role of protection of the public interest. Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) are crucial…
Read MoreL’API participe aux événements du PAFA pendant l’ACAO 2023
Introduction Les professionnels sont continuellement encouragés à s’engager dans l’apprentissage tout au long de la vie en poursuivant sans relâche l’acquisition de connaissances et d’idées qui les préparent et les placent en position de réussite à long terme. L’API a participé à la septième (7ème) édition de la conférence biannuelle du PAFA – “Congrès africain…
Read MoreThe 1st API Virtual Public Sector Finance Management Conference
RESERVE YOUR PLACE – DO NOT MISS THIS CONFERENCE. Knowledge accumulates in drips and gets leveraged in buckets. Grab this chance and position yourself for success. Click and register below!!!!! Register Now | Download PFM Conference Program Joint Organisers Theme: Public Value Creation Through Quality Public Finance Governance Date: 27 September 2023 – 11 AM…
Read MoreRequest For Proposal : To develop a learning program for the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) on Performance Audits of Health Sector Commodities.
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Read MoreThe API Holds its first CPD Event
Introduction Continuous learning is the trademark of human civilisation. What are some of the issues that have kept you busy, engaged and staying up late this year? Do you believe organisations have invested enough to respond to the evolving human, business, and technological challenges? The African Professionalisation Initiative – API – held its first Continuing…
Read MoreLa comptabilité et l’audit du secteur public (CASP) des pays francophones subsahariens : Contexte, pratiques et implications pour l’initiative de professionnalisation en Afrique
Préparé en en collaboration avec l’Association africaine de comptabilité et de finance (AAFA), et réalisé par Dr Philippe Lassou (Université de Guelph) et Professeur Teerooven Soobaroyen (Université d’Essex), le présent rapport examine le cadre institutionnel, les structures/institutions nationales et l’infrastructure éducative relatifs aux pratiques de la comptabilité et de l’audit du secteur public (CASP) en vigueur…
Read MoreThe API Newsletter : January to March 2023
Public Sector Accounting and Auditing (PSAA) in Francophone Sub-Saharan Countries: Context, Practices and Implications for the African Professionalisation Initiative
This report, in collaboration with the African Accounting & Finance Association (AAFA), and authored by Dr Philippe Lassou (University of Guelph) and Professor Teerooven Soobaroyen (University of Essex), examines the institutional framework, national structures/institutions, and educational infrastructure pertaining to public sector accounting and auditing (PSAA) practices in Francophone Sub-Saharan African countries. This directly follows from…
Read MoreNotice of Clarification and Amendment of Instructions to Translators: Translation of the Accelerated Learning Programme of the African Professionalisation Initiative from English to French
With reference to the Request for Proposal (RFP) on the above subject matter issued on 6 March 2023, Service providers are being informed that a Notice of Clarification and Amendment of Instructions was issued on 14 March 2023, see attached. The closing date for receiving proposals remains 27 March 2023.
Read MoreFuture Ready Professionals – A Joint CPD Event between API, PAAB Zimbabwe and CGIAZ
Event: Trends and Opportunities Impacting Professional Accountants and Auditors in 2023 and Beyond Theme: Prosperity through greater accountability and transparency in the public sector Event: Trends and Opportunities Impacting Professional Accountants and Auditors in 2023 and Beyond Theme: Prosperity through greater accountability and transparency in the public sector
Read MoreAPI and PAFA Request Proposals for Translation of the Accelerated Learning Programme (ALP) of the API from English to French
The mission of the African Professionalisation Programme (API) is to grow the capacity of accountancy professionals in the African public sector for enhanced service delivery. The API achieves this mission through developing online learning programmes and facilitating the adoption and implementation of these programmes across the public sector in Africa. One of the learning programs…
Read MoreSIDA Committed to Supporting Public Sector Professionalisation in Africa
SIDA Objectives and Funding for the API The Swedish International Development and Cooperation Agency (SIDA) has offered The African Professionalisation Initiative nothing but the most fervent support. Through a programme funding agreement with AFROSAI-E to support the professionalisation of public sector accountants and auditors in African governments, SIDA is making significant contribution to the realisation…
Read MoreAPI Takes Part in the PAFA Engagement on Sustainability, Reporting and Assurance
Introduction Sustainability standards provide a vital symmetry between ESG commitments and enduring corporate success. The API took part in the PAFA multistakeholder meeting on sustainability, reporting and assurance on the 26th of January 2023. The engagement attracted a wide range of stakeholders from academia, professional accountancy bodies (PAOs), standards setters, supreme audit institutions (SAIs), accountants…
Read MoreThe API Newsletter : October to December 2022
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Read MoreThe African Professionalisation Initiative is hiring – Administrative Coordinator
The African Professionalisation Initiative is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our dynamic team. As the Administrative Coordinator, you will support the effective functioning of our operations by: Communicating with our internal and external stakeholders. Preparing information for and coordinating meetings and events. Preparing high-level reports. Doing basic accounting with a focus on…
Read MoreThe API Meets with Global Partners at the World Congress of Accountants
Introduction – API and the PAFA Accountancy Day The API participated in the World Congress of Accountants (WCOA) that took place in Mumbai India from the 18th to the 21st of November 2022. The API team had an opportunity to take part in the rich and intellectually stimulating knowledge exploration sessions while holding side-line meetings…
Read MoreL’API soutient l’agenda de l’AAAG – Réunion du ISC tenue à Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
L’API a participé à la réunion du Comité directeur intérimaire (ISC) de l’Association africaine des comptables généraux (AAAG) qui s’est tenue récemment en Côte d’Ivoire. Le directeur de l’API, Evans Mulera, a pris part à la réunion en tant que représentant de la Fédération panafricaine des comptables (une organisation partenaire de l’API) – PAFA.
Read MoreAPI présente à la Conférence des Comités des Comptes Parlementaires – AFROPAC
Thème de la conférence AFROPAC La Conférence de l’Organisation Africaine des Comités de Comptes Parlementaires (AFROPAC) a eu lieu du 31 octobre au 4 novembre 2022 à Monrovia, Liberia. GIZ et AFROPAC. La vision de l’API soutient les objectifs de l’AFROPAC L’API est approuvée et soutenue par l’Union africaine par le biais d’un mémorandum de…
Read MoreZimbabwe – Le premier pays à mettre en œuvre le programme API
Le gouvernement du Zimbabwe a marqué une nouvelle première en devenant le premier pays à s’engager dans l’initiative de professionnalisation africaine qui vise à favoriser la réussite de la professionnalisation des comptables et des vérificateurs du secteur public. Cette initiative aboutira à la création d’un secteur public africain doté de professionnels compétents, éthiques et influents…
Read MoreAPI Presents at the Parliamentary Accounts Committees Conference
The Africa Organisation of Parliamentary Accounts Committees (AFROPAC) Conference took place from the 31st of October to the 4th of November 2022 in Monrovia, Liberia. The theme of the conference was “Collect comprehensively, borrow wisely, spend efficiently: Public Finance Oversight in a time of pandemic recovery”. This successful conference was sponsored by GIZ and AFROPAC.…
Read MoreZimbabwe – The First Country to Implement the API Program
The Government of Zimbabwe has scored another first by becoming the first country to sign up for the African Professionalisation Initiative that aims to drive the success of Public Sector Accountants and Auditors Professionalisation. This will result in the achievement of an African public sector capacitated with competent, ethical, and influential professionals who support accountability,…
Read MoreAPI Exhibits at the AFROSAI-E Tech Conference
API staff took part in the AFROSAI-E hybrid (in-person and virtual) Technical conference from 18 to 20 October 2022 in Pretoria, South Africa. Themed “Connect”, the conference brought together Auditors General and their key staff to consider key priorities that will affect the role and impact of Supreme Audit Institutions – SAIs – towards effective…
Read MoreRequest for Proposals – Pre-Qualification (Students) Learning Resources
Please click below to view our Request for Proposals for the development of learning resources targeting aspiring professional accountants and auditors. Deadline for Proposals: Friday, 18 November 2022 at 5pm (South African Standard Time). Download
Read MoreAPI Supports The AAAG Agenda – ISC Meeting Held – Abidjan, Côte d’ Ivoire
The API took part in the African Association of Accountants General – AAAG Interim Steering Committee (ISC) meeting held recently in Côte d’Ivoire. The head of the API, Evans Mulera took part in the meeting as a representative of the Pan African Federation of Accountants (a partner organisation to the API) – PAFA.
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L’ASDI tient une réunion avec les dirigeants de l’API
L’Agence suédoise de coopération internationale au développement (ASDI) a tenu une réunion stratégique avec la direction de l’API le 23 août 2023. L’ASDI est un donateur clé du programme API, et son soutien financier est acheminé par l’AFROSAI-E, qui héberge le secrétariat de l’API. L’ordre du jour de la réunion était de fournir des mises…
Read MoreThe API and AAFA Driving Collaboration
The African Professionalisation Initiative – API – team took part in the African Accounting and Finance Association – AAFA – annual conference in Cairo, Egypt from the 5th to the 9th of September 2022. The Conference was officially opened by the Minister for Finance of Egypt. He was accompanied by the country’s minister for Education…
Read MoreSIDA Holds Meeting with API Leadership
The Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) held a strategic meeting with the API leadership on the 23rd of August 2022. SIDA is a key donor of the API program, and its funding support is channelled through the AFROSAI-E, which hosts the API secretariat. The agenda of the meeting was to provide updates on progress…
Read MoreAPI Hosts Hybrid Board Meeting in Zimbabwe
The African Professionalisation Initiative (API) is an opportunity to grow the capacity of public sector accountancy professionals through partnership with various stakeholders, with the aim of achieving greater accountability and transparency in the African public sector.
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Read MoreEvans Mulera appointed as Head of African Professionalisation Initiative (API) Secretariat
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Evans Mulera as the Head of the African Professionalisation Initiative Secretariat, with effect from 1 June 2022. Following a rigorous selection process, we are pleased that this resulted in the selection of a candidate who has a detailed understanding of the accounting profession in the public sector.…
Read MoreExciting API vacancy: Technical Manager
The African Professionalisation Initiative (API) has reissued the exciting position of Technical Manager. Are you passionate about making a difference in society and the accountancy in Africa? Then this could be your chance to make an impact. API Technical Manager Advertisement If you are interested in applying for this exciting position, complete the application form and send…
Read MoreL’apprentissage en ligne comme catalyseur de la réalisation d’une masse critique de professionnels de la comptabilité du secteur public
L’initiative de professionnalisation africaine (API), dans son objectif de professionnalisation de la comptabilité et de l’audit dans le secteur public, a identifié la facilité d’accès à des programmes d’apprentissage de qualité comme l’un des facteurs qui permettront aux pays d’accélérer la réalisation d’une masse critique de professionnels de la comptabilité dans le secteur public. La…
Read MoreOnline learning as a catalyst for the realisation of a critical mass of public sector accountancy professionals
The African Professionalisation Initiative (API), in its objective of professionalising accounting and auditing in the public sector, has identified ease of access to quality learning programmes as one of the factors that will enable countries to speed up the realisation of a critical mass of public sector accountancy professionals. The API online learning platform- API…
Read MoreCountry perspectives on the need and the challenges experienced in the professionalisation journey
The African public sector has a severe shortage of professional accountants and auditors (both referred to here as “accountants”). Professional accountants working in government are typically only exposed to private sector theory during their initial professional development (IPD).
Read MoreWill you be the new Head of the API Secretariat?
The African Professionalisation Initiative (API) is hiring! The API is on the hunt for a dynamic individual to provide strategic leadership, advice, and support to ensure that the API discharges its mandate and obligations, consistent with serving the public interest and strengthening the accountancy profession in Africa and beyond.
Read MoreDriving competency through a comprehensive framework
The African Professionalisation Initiative (API), in addition to providing professional capacity building support to countries implementing the API, also aims to providing learning resources to countries needing to develop or further enhance public sector accounting and auditing.
Read MoreRequest for Proposals – Post-Qualification (Specialisation) Learning Materials
Please click below to view our Request for Proposals for the development of specialisation learning materials targeting qualified professional accountants and auditors, to be delivered via the API’s online learning platform.
Read MoreThe API extends the submission date for Expressions of Interest
The API is providing countries with an extended opportunity to submit their expression of interest for API implementation support. Expressing such an interest will enable a country to be one of the first implementers of the API’s learning resources and capacity building methodology. See the notification: …
Read MoreThe African Professionalisation Initiative is hiring!
The African Professionalisation Initiative (API) is expanding its team with three exciting new positions. Are you passionate about making a difference in society and the accountancy profession in Africa? Then this could be your chance to make an impact. Technical Director Technical Manager Online Learning Manager The application closing date is 30 September 2021. Technical Director (view…
Read MoreThe API hosts an interactive information session to explain the Call for Expression of Interest
The African Professionalisation Initiative (API) hosted a multi-stakeholder information session on 4 August 2021, to issue out its Call for Expression of Interest. This call enables countries to indicate their interest to be the first implementers of the API’s capacity building approach. This is a crucial step towards the API’s long-term goal, to build and…
Read MoreAppel aux pays pour qu’ils expriment leur intérêt à recevoir une assistance pour la mise en œuvre de l’API
L’API lance un appel aux pays pour qu’ils expriment leur intérêt à recevoir une assistance pour la mise en œuvre de l’API. Recevoir ce soutien permettra aux pays sélectionnés d’être parmi des premiers à adopter les ressources d’apprentissage et la méthodologie de renforcement des capacités de l’API. L’API organisera un webinaire d’information le mercredi 4…
Read MoreCall for countries to express an interest in API implementation support
The API is issuing a call for countries to express an interest in receiving API implementation support. Receiving this support will enable the selected countries to be one of the first adopters of the API’s learning resources and capacity building methodology. The API will be hosting an information session webinar on Wednesday, 4 August 2021,…
Read MoreAPI publishes its first Strategy Plan for the period 2021-2023
The Interim Oversight Board (IOB) approved the African Professionalisation Initiative’s first ever Strategy Plan, covering the period 2021-2023. The Strategy Plan will guide the activities of the API through the collaboration between its partner organisations. This will include the formal establishment of the API as a permanent structure to serve the African continent for decades to…
Read MoreAsking the right questions- An API white paper on the questions government needs to ask for effective professional capacity building
The effective allocation and management of scarce resources is a challenge faced by most countries, with those in Africa not being an exception. Capacity constraints in the number of professional accountants and auditors is often one of the many factors that contributes to this challenge by affecting the management and maximisation of value from public…
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