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SUMMARY:ACOA 2025 Conference\, Kigali – Rwanda
DESCRIPTION:Joining Forces at ACOA 2025: AAAG and Partners advance PFM Strategy for Africa’s Shared Vision \nFrom 6th to 9th May 2025\, Kigali\, Rwanda played host to the 8th Africa Congress of Accountants (ACOA 2025)\, a landmark event that brought together more than 2\,000 professional accountants from across the continent and the globe to shape the future of the accountancy profession. The Association Chairperson and Accountant General of the Kingdom of Lesotho\, Ms Malehlohonolo Mahase\, led a delegation of her counterparts: Mr Jean Baptista Sande (Rwanda)\, Ms Taina Nankela (Namibia)\, Mr Jona Wala (Kenya)\, and Mr Edwin Zvandasara\, (Zimbabwe). Others included Mr Steven Ojambo and Mr. Adddow Abbas who stood in for Uganda’s and Somalia’s Accountants General respectively. \n \nAAAG’s presence was marked by engagements in uniting voices for stronger and integrated Public Financial Management. Ms. Mahase presented AAAG’s prioirties for strengthening public financial management\, highlighting the pivotal role of Accountants General in addressing systemic weaknesses. In her address\, she emphasized that adopting accrual-based IPSAS is a fundamental step for countries seeking to strengthen financial governance\, manage public resources more efficiently\, and achieve sustainable development. She also emphasised that sustainability initiatives in the public sector is no longer a peripheral concept in public-finance management but a practice that has fundamentally reshaped the lens of fiscal stewardship to encompass environmental\, social\, and governance dimensions. \n\n \nRwanda’s Accountant General\, Mr Jean Baptista Sande\, shared a remarkable success story of transformation in public financial management. In fiscal year 2024\, his office achieved a 92% rate of unqualified (clean) audit opinions across more than 200 public-sector entities; a milestone that underscores the country’s unwavering commitment to transparency and accountability. Central to this success is Rwanda’s nationwide rollout of an in-house Integrated Financial Management Information System\, which now underpins every stage of the government’s accounting and PFM operations. At the same time\, Rwanda has become one of the few countries to fully adopt International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS)\, further elevating the credibility of its financial reporting. \n\n \nAlso speaking at high-level panel\, AAAG’s Chief Executive Officer\, Mr. Fredrick Riaga\, called for a fundamental shift in how governments view their Accountants General. He reminded delegates that\, as Chief Financial Officers of their respective governments\, Accountants General are entrusted with managing public funds\, safeguarding economic governance\, and driving sustainable development. Yet all too often\, their expertise is relegated to the back office where they merely are perceived as “paymasters.” \nMr. Riaga called on governments to elevate Accountants General to the status of strategic advisors on financial and fiscal matters\, partners at the table when policies are conceived\, not just executors after the fact. After all\, every policy decision carries a financial implication\, and early involvement of the Accountant General is the surest way to guarantee its fiscal viability and reinforce sound governance. \nBuilding Bridges Through Stakeholder Engagement \nSeparate from the formal sessions\, ACOA 2025 also served as fertile ground for stakeholder engagement behind the scenes. AAAG held a series of collaborative discussions with the African Development Bank\, the Global Fund\, the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)\, Academics and Accountants Generals from non member countries to align mutual objectives for strengthening financial governance across African countries. These engagements also culminated in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CIPFA. \n \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n____________________________________________________________________ \n#ACOA2025 #AAAG #PublicFinance #PFM #Leadership #AfricaAccountants #ContinentalUnity #MoU #FinancialGovernance
URL:https://aaag.africa/event/acoa-2025-conference-kigali-rwanda/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Building Resilient Economies through Sustainable Financial Stewardship: How Can Sustainability Initiatives transform Public Financial Management?
DESCRIPTION:As governments confront growing economic pressures\, climate risks\, and the urgent need for inclusive growth\, sustainable financial stewardship is emerging as a critical driver of public sector transformation. This webinar will explore the growing nexus between sustainability and public financial management\, with a special focus on the pivotal role played by the Offices of Accountants General. Participants will gain insights into how sustainability-driven policies and environmental accountability are reshaping budgeting\, procurement\, and financial reporting practices in the public sector. From green budgeting to climate risk assessments\, this session will highlight practical strategies and success stories that demonstrate how sustainability is no longer a peripheral concern- but a core pillar of modern public financial governance. \nRegister Now here\nKey Focus Areas: \n\n\nSustainability in Public Financial Management\n\nExploring sustainable budgeting practices\, environmentally responsive financial policies\, and the integration of sustainability criteria in public expenditure management.\nHow integrating environmental\, social\, and governance (ESG) principles into budget planning and execution strengthens fiscal resilience and national development priorities.\n\nTechnological Innovations:\nLeveraging technology for enhanced transparency and accountability\, including real-time expenditure tracking\, automated sustainability assessments\, and predictive analytics for resource allocation.\n\nChallenges and Opportunities:\nIdentifying hurdles such as institutional resistance\, capacity gaps\, and integration complexities\, while also highlighting opportunities for significant improvements in fiscal resilience and environmental outcomes.\n\nThe webinar will feature country experiences from South Africa and Tanzania\, providing insights into their journey to effectively integrating sustainability into their public financial management frameworks. \nThe webinar will also feature practical strategies\, implementation processes\, and key outcomes of sustainability initiatives as well as challenges faced\, strategies for overcoming obstacles\, and key lessons learned. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nAccountants General and Senior Public Finance Officials\nPolicy Makers and Government Officials\nPublic Sector Finance Managers and Auditors\n\nJoin us for this engaging session to learn from pioneering experiences and discuss the future of sustainable public finance management. \nDate: 2nd May 2025 \nTime: 14:30 – 16:30 CAT \nPlatform: Teams \nREGISTRATION: \nWe look forward to your participation \n \nScan to Register \n  \nWEBINAR PROGRAM \n  \n\n\n\nTIME\nACTIVITY\nRESPONSIBLE\n\n\n14:30-14:33\nIntroductions\nMr. Bruce Mwewa  \nTechnical Director\, AAAG\n\n\n14:33-14:45\nOpening Remarks\nMr. Fredrick Riaga  \nCEO\, AAAG\n\n\n14:45-15:15\nPresentation\nTBC\n\n\n15:15-15:35  \n \nCountry Experience: Tanzania\nRepresentative for Accountant General Tanzania – TBC\n\n\n15:35-15:55\nCountry Experience: South Africa  \n \nRepresentative for Accountant General South Africa – TBC\n\n\n15:55-16:30\nQuestions and Answers\nTechnical Committee TBC\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://aaag.africa/event/building-resilient-economies-through-sustainable-financial-stewardship-how-can-sustainability-initiatives-transform-public-financial-management/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:AAAG Training: Comprehensive Accrual Accounting & IPSAS Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview \nAccrual-based Accounting Practices and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) play a crucial role in creating sound public financial management. By requiring governments and public sector organisations to record transactions and events when they occur\, regardless of cash flow\, it ensures accurate and transparent financial reporting\, providing a comprehensive view of an entity’s financial position\, performance\, and cash flows. Accrual-based IPSAS also enhances internal controls by providing guidelines for accurately measuring and recognizing assets\, liabilities\, revenues\, and expenses based on their economic substance and financial impact. \nOur Accrual IPSAS Accounting Treatment Training is designed to enable participants to understand\, implement\, and comply with accrual-based accounting practices and IPSAS\, thereby enhancing the quality of financial reporting\, financial management practices\, and accountability in the public sector. \nThe is also designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to effectively apply accrual accounting principles and practices necessary to contribute to accurate financial reporting\, informed decision-making\, and improved financial management within their organizations. \nREGISTER NOW HERE\nLearning Objectives \nWith AAAG Comprehensive Accrual Accounting Practices and IPSAS Accounting Treatment Training\, participants will be able to: \n\nApply the principles of financial reporting under the Cash Basis of Accounting\, focusing on accurately recording and presenting cash transactions within financial statements\nEquip participants with best implementation practices and strategies for successful implementation of accrual accounting.\nGain insights into the specific requirements and guidelines for recording and reporting financial transactions in accordance with accrual accounting principles.\nLearn practical considerations for smooth transition to accrual accounting.\nApply accrual accounting principles and practices in public financial management.\nApply concepts such as revenue recognition and measurement\, classification\, measurement of assets\, liabilities and provisions within of IPSAS requirements.\n\nTarget Audience \nThis training is ideal for all Public Sector Accountants\, Auditors and IPSAS project Managers. \nTraining Methodology \nThis training course will utilize a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding\, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes many examples\, interactive activities\, exercises\, Q&A sessions and learning from other participants. The aim is practical application of proven approaches\, based on a sound good practice base. \nProgramme or Course outline \nDownload here Training & Course Outline
URL:https://aaag.africa/event/aaag-training-comprehensive-accrual-accounting-ipsas-workshop/
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SUMMARY:AAAG Webinar Series | Topic: Strengthening Domestic Arrears Management – Best Practices and Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Effective domestic arrears management is critical for maintaining fiscal discipline\, building trust with stakeholders\, and promoting sound public financial management. As countries across Africa strive for sustainable development amidst tightening fiscal space\, unresolved arrears continue to pose serious risks to national budgets\, service delivery\, and private sector liquidity. \nRecognizing these challenges\, AAAG presents a comprehensive webinar designed to disseminate best practices\, enhance compliance frameworks\, and empower participants with the knowledge and tools needed to manage domestic arrears effectively. \nDownload Presentations here\nKey Focus Areas: \nTo discuss current challenges and implications of domestic arrears on economic performance and public financial management\, with a focus on three practical key areas relevant to African countries: \n\nStrengthening expenditure control systems to prevent arrears accumulation.\nEnhancing transparency and accountability in public procurement and payment processes.\nBuilding institutional capacity for arrears tracking\, verification\, and timely clearance.\n\nThe webinar will feature country experiences from Kenya and Lesotho\, providing insights into their journey to effectively manage domestic arrears and enhance financial compliance. The webinaR will also feature challenges faced\, strategies for overcoming obstacles\, and key lessons learned. Participants will gain a practical understanding of best practices for effective arrears management to foster sustainable economic health and public trust. \nDate: 4th April 2025 \nTime: 14:30 – 16:30 CAT \nPlatform: Teams \nREGISTRATION: Register here \nWEBINAR PROGRAM \n \nDownload AAAG Webinar Series Information Pack \nEND.
URL:https://aaag.africa/event/aaag-webinar-series-topic-strengthening-domestic-arrears-management-best-practices-and-compliance/
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SUMMARY:AAAG Webinar Series | Topic: IFMIS – The Enabler for Accrual-Based IPSAS Implementation and Other Critical PFM Reforms
DESCRIPTION:Integrated Financial Management Information Systems (IFMIS) play a pivotal role in strengthening public financial management (PFM) by facilitating the implementation of accrual-based International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) and driving broader PFM reforms. This webinar will explore how IFMIS serves as a foundation for transparency\, accountability\, and efficiency in government financial management. \nKey Focus Areas: \n\nFacilitative Features of IFMIS: How modern IFMIS supports real-time financial reporting\, automated processes\, real-time data access\, robust internal controls and data-driven decision-making.\nBuilding Blocks of a Robust IFMIS: Core functionalities\, system architecture\, data standardization\, cybersecurity\, and change management strategies.\nChallenges & Opportunities: Addressing common implementation hurdles\, including system integration\, capacity constraints\, and change management\, while exploring opportunities for enhanced fiscal discipline and data integrity.\n\nThe webinar will feature country experiences from Nigeria and Mauritius\, providing insights into their IFMIS journeys—challenges faced\, strategies for overcoming obstacles\, and key lessons learned. Participants will gain a practical understanding of how governments can leverage IFMIS to transition smoothly to accrual-based IPSAS and enhance overall PFM effectiveness. \nWho Should Attend? \n\nAccountants General and Senior Public Finance Officers\nPublic Sector Accountants and Auditors\nPolicy Makers and Regulators\n\nJoin us for this engaging session to learn from tested country experiences and explore the future of digital-driven public finance transformation. \nDate: 7th March 2025 \nTime: 14:30 – 16:30 CAT \nPlatform: Teams \nREGISTRATION: Click here \nWe look forward to your participation! \nWebinar Programme \n\n\n\n\nTIME\nACTIVITY\nRESPONSIBLE\n\n\n14:30-14:33\nIntroductions\nMr. Bruce Mwewa\n\n\nTechnical Director\, AAAG\n\n\n\nWelcome Remarks\nMr. Fredrick Riaga\n\n\n\n\nCEO\, AAAG\n\n\n14:33-14:45\nOpening Remarks\nMrs. Malehlohonolo   Mahase\n\n\n\n\nChairperson\, AAAG   & AG Kingdom of Lesotho\n\n\n14:45-15:25\nPresentation\nMr. Placide Mukwende\n\n\n\n\nFinancial Systems Development Program Manager   -MINECOFIN Rwanda\n\n\n15:25-15:40\nCountry Experience:   Nigeria\nMr. Danasabe Emmanuel Shangaya\n\n\n\n\nRepresentative of Accountant General of the   Federation – Nigeria\n\n\n15:40-15:55\nCountry Experience:   Mauritius\nMs. Hema Gunesh\n\n\n\n\nRepresentative  of Accountant General Mauritius\n\n\n15:55- 16:30\nQuestion and Answer\nMr. Jona Wala\n\n\n\n\nChairman\, Technical   Committee AAAG & AG Kenya\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://aaag.africa/event/aaag-webinar-series-topic-ifmis-the-enabler-for-accrual-based-ipsas-implementation-and-other-critical-pfm-reforms/
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