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The African Professionalisation Initiative (API) has once again demonstrated its commitment to advancing public sector finance management across Africa. From December 16–24, 2024, API, in partnership with the Management Training Bureau of Zimbabwe (MTB), delivered a high-impact training program on International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for the National…

Kampala, Uganda | 18 – 20 February 2025 Kampala became the stage for Africa’s boldest and brightest financial minds as PAFA, the African Union, and ICPAU came together to host the game-changing Public Finance Management (PFM) Conference from February 18–20, 2025— with the noble aim of redefining the future of public finance across the continent.…

Annual Review Meeting – 25 February 2025 In a high-impact strategy session, the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) and the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) came together to review API’s 2024 achievements and map out its 2025 action plan. The meeting, attended by key stakeholders, reaffirmed API’s role in transforming public financial management across Africa.…

A remarkable milestone has been achieved from November 10 to 14, 2024, when the Cour des Comptes of Djibouti (The Court of Accounts of Djibouti) hosted the 10th General Assembly of the Conseil Régional de Formation des Institutions Supérieures de Contrôle des Finances Publiques d’Afrique Francophone Subsaharienne (CREFIAF). The event, held at the iconic Kempinski…

6th November 2024, Pretoria, South Africa In a historic move aimed at transforming public sector accounting and auditing across the African continent, the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) and the Southern African Institute of Government Auditors (SAIGA) have signed a transformative Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that will reshape the future of public financial management. The partnership…

The Road to Public Financial Excellence From October 29 to November 1, 2024, Auditors General; Supreme Audit Institutions (SAI) staff; Public sector financial leaders and experts from across Africa gathered in Pretoria, South Africa, for the 19th AFROSAI-E Technical Conference. The event, hosted by AFROSAI-E, a key pillar in African governance spotlighted the strides and…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…