A new research paper released by the African Association of Accountants General (AAAG) reexamines traditional views of public financial management in Africa. Co-authored with researchers from Aston University, the study
These guidelines prescribe the accounting treatment for service concession arrangements by the grantor. This version is based on the original IPSAS 32 as issued by the International Public Sector Accounting
Lusaka, Zambia - The Executive Committee of the African Association of Accountants-General held its 7th Executive Committee Meeting on 23 April 2026 in Lusaka, Republic of Zambia, under the Chairmanship
The African Association of Accountants General (AAAG) took centre stage at the African Professionalisation Initiative (API) PFM Visionary Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, convening continental leaders to shape the future
135 + delegates from 10 African countries attend practical workshop on essentials of transition to accrual- IPSAS accounting The African Association of Accountants General (AAAG) has wrapped up a vibrant
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From Compliance to Strategy: Rethinking the Role of the Accountant General in Africa
A new research paper released by the African Association of Accountants General (AAAG) reexamines traditional
IPSAS 32 APPLICATION GUIDELINES
These guidelines prescribe the accounting treatment for service concession arrangements by the grantor. This version
COMMUNIQUÉ OF THE 7TH AAAG EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING HELD ON 23 APRIL 2026
Lusaka, Zambia - The Executive Committee of the African Association of Accountants-General held its 7th
AAAG Champions action-Driven PFM Reform
The African Association of Accountants General (AAAG) took centre stage at the African Professionalisation Initiative
AAAG Wraps Up practical workshop on accrual IPSAS adoption
135 + delegates from 10 African countries attend practical workshop on essentials of transition to
Repositioning The Office of Accountant General as The Chief Government Financial Advisor: A PEFA-Aligned Framework
The Office of the Accountant General (OAG) plays a critical role in managing public finances
What took centre stage at the 3rd AAAG Conference
At the 3rd AAAG Conference held in Accra Ghana (24-27 November 2025), public finance leaders committed to stronger accountability and transparency, collaboration and strengthened public trust in the management of public finances. This video captures the key moments, debates, and outcomes that defined the Accra Conference and offers a glimpse of the momentum now carrying the community forward. Watch, reflect, and begin looking ahead to the next chapter as preparations build toward the 4th AAAG Conference in Eswatini in December 2026


