The African Association of Accountants General (AAAG)

3RD AAAG CONFERENCE | ACCRA GHANA
2025-11-24 - 2025-11-27
The 3rd AAAG Conference is hosted by the African Association of Accountants General in partnership with the Office of the Controller and Accountant General of the Republic of Ghana. As a regional leader in Public Financial Management reforms, digital transformation, and sustainable development, Ghana offers the perfect environment for progressive dialogue and collaboration among Accountants General and PFM experts from across the continent. THE CONFERENCE: VENUE AND EXPECTED DELEGATES Every year, AAAG hosts strategic Annual Conferences in collaboration with Office of the Accountants General of Member Countries. The AAAG Conference offers a platform for public sector accountants, policymakers, thought leaders, government representatives, development partners and international stakeholders to converge and deliberate on pivotal topics related to Public Financial Management (PFM), governance, and sustainable growth in Africa. The AAAG Conference promises engaging plenaries, in-depth technical sessions, and powerful networking opportunities for those driving PFM reforms in Africa. The 3rd AAAG Conference will be held at Accra International Conference Centre in Accra, Ghana from 24 – 27 November 2025. Over 2,000 public accountants, experts, leaders and innovators will attend this unique conference to shape the future of Public Finance in Africa. An exhibition will run alongside the conference, showcasing innovations in financial technology, AI, public service delivery, digital solutions for governments and many more. THE THEME The conference will be held under the theme: Africa of Tomorrow: Positioning PFM for Economic Prosperity. This theme is both critical and timely: As countries across Africa work to strengthen governance, improve service delivery, and promote economic resilience, the need for robust, agile, and forward-looking Public Financial Management (PFM) systems has never been more urgent. The theme for the 2025 AAAG Annual Conference highlights the need to reform PFM systems to respond to current and future challenges by leveraging innovation, artificial intelligence, digitalization, climate-responsive budgeting, and sound fiscal governance. By embracing these reforms, African governments can build resilience, boost public trust, and unlock the huge economic potential of the countries and the continent. Key topics that will be discussed will include:

Building scalable digital infrastructure for Africa: A shift from manual and legacy systems
Harnessing AI in the Accountants general offices – Cases and risks in Public Finance Management
Building capacity for sustainable finance: The role of public sector accountants
Optimizing sovereign debt management: Balancing growth needs with fiscal resilience
Next-Gen IFMIS: Scaling up open-source integrated systems for greater transparency
Emerging threats of digital fraud in PFM systems: Trends and responses
Citizen-centric services: Designing PFM systems that meets citizens needs
Building the Africa we want through efficient human capital development

KEY NOTE SPEAKERS The Annual Conference will bring together Africa’s brightest public finance experts, senior government officials, development partners, and innovators in the PFM realm. It will feature key addresses from reputable thought leaders, policy makers, tech innovators, accounting experts, and renown investors from across the continent. A FORUM YOU SHOULD ATTEND The 3rd AAAG Conference is a forum for:

Knowledge sharing: Attendees will gain insights from leading experts and practitioners on the latest trends, challenges, and innovations in public finance management (PFM). The conference covers a broad range of topics, from digital transformation in public sector efficiency to combating illicit financial flows, providing valuable learning opportunities that can be applied directly in their roles.
Fostering meaningful connections: The conference provides a platform for networking with high-level government officials, international development partners, and fellow public sector accountants. Participants can build relationships, exchange ideas, and collaborate with peers who are facing similar challenges in PFM
Access to cutting edge technologies & best practices: With sessions focused on topics such as cybersecurity, AI in public value management, and sustainability initiatives, attendees will have the opportunity to explore how cutting-edge technologies, and best practices can be leveraged to improve financial management and governance in their respective countries.
High-level discussions on governance and transparency: The conference offers a unique forum to engage in discussions on governance, public trust, and the role of PFM in sustainable development. By participating, attendees will contribute to shaping the future of governance and transparency in Africa.
Influence policy and decision-making: As a gathering of key policymakers and stakeholders, the conference provides an opportunity to influence policy and decision-making processes in PFM. Attendees can contribute their perspectives and experiences, helping to drive the adoption of policies that enhance public sector accountability and efficiency.
Stand out: Be seen and recognized: Attending the conference positions participants and their organizations as leaders in the field of PFM. It also offers opportunities for recognition through participation in discussions, presentations, and networking events, enhancing their professional profiles and visibility within the industry.

REGISTRATION Registration can be done by visiting www.conference.aaag.africa NEED MORE INFORMATION? Should you need more information , reach out to us at events@aaag.org.zm and copy to jean.bucyensenge@aaag.org.zm We welcome you to Accra, Ghana

Essentials of Accrual IPSAS Adoption
2026-03-11 - 2026-03-13 | Livingstone, David Livingstone Hotel, Livingstone, Livingstone, Zambia
Workshop Overview
Across Africa, governments are transitioning from cash to accrual-based accounting to strengthen fiscal transparency, accountability, and decision-making. This workshop is a practical, hands-on capacity-building workshop designed to support public sector institutions in planning, managing, and implementing the transition from cash-based accounting to accrual IPSAS, in line with IPSAS 33 – First-time Adoption of Accrual Basis IPSASs.
It is designed to build a shared understanding of the technical, institutional, systems, and change-management dimensions of the accrual transition. Through expert-led sessions, case studies, and practical simulations, participants will explore the full IPSAS adoption lifecycle – from readiness assessment and risk management to book-keeping practices and preparation of opening IPSAS-compliant balance sheets.
The Workshop emphasises real-world application, focusing on addressing common implementation challenges governments face in the adoption process.
Dates: 11 – 13 March, 2026
Location: David Livingstone Hotel, Livingstone, Zambia
Participation Fee: $450
To register: https://tinyurl.com/IPSASWorkshop.
Download The Training Concept Paper below:
English:Training Concept Paper – Essentials of Accrual IPSAS Adoption and Accounting
FRENCH: Atelier sur les normes IPSAS_ Note Conceptuelle

AAAG Webinar Series: Rebuilding Trust in Public Finance: Accountability as Africa’s Growth Accelerator
2026-03-27 14:30 - 16:30 (Africa/Lusaka)
As African governments confront rising citizen expectations, fiscal pressures, and governance scrutiny, restoring trust in public finance has become a strategic imperative. With the advent of social media, transparency and accountability are no longer compliance exercises; they are foundational drivers of sustainable growth, service delivery, and social cohesion.
This AAAG webinar will examine how transparency and accountability, when embedded across the public financial management cycle, can serve as powerful accelerators of growth rather than mere compliance obligations. Drawing on country experiences and global best practice, the session will explore how robust value-for-money (VfM) audits, strong internal controls, and open budgeting frameworks can restore confidence in how public resources are raised, managed, and spent.
Participants will gain practical insights into how accountability reforms translate into better service delivery outcomes, reduced wastage, and stronger citizen trust. The webinar will also spotlight the strategic leadership role of the Accountant-General as the custodian of fiscal integrity and the institutional anchor for rebuilding trust in public finance systems across Africa.
Key Focus Areas

The trust deficit in public finance and its economic consequences
Strengthening VfM audits to ensure public spending delivers results
Internal controls as a foundation for transparency and accountability
Open budgeting and citizen-centric financial reporting
The Accountant-General’s leadership role in trust restoration

Who Should Attend

Accountants General and Deputy Accountants General
Senior PFM and Treasury Officials
Public Sector Accountants
Supreme Audit Institutions
Development Partners and Governance Practitioners

Join us to explore actionable strategies to build Trust in Public Finance across Africa.
📅 Date: 27th March 2026
🕘 Time: 14:30 – 16:30 CAT
📍 Platform: Teams
REGISTRATION: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/3fb27dcb-9c13-4bec-b3c1-2e20958ad5bf@80be4b3d-f211-4cd9-9104-68537f6fdfb3
We look forward to your participation
WEBINAR PROGRAM

TIME
ACTIVITY
RESPONSIBLE

14:30-14:33
Welcome remarks
Mr. Fredrick Riaga
CEO, AAAG

14:33-14:40
Opening Remarks
TBC

14:40-15:10
Presentation
TBC

15:10-15:35
Country Experience: TBC
TBC

15:35-16:00
Country Experience: TBC
TBC

16:00-16:30
Questions and Answers
Mr. Bruce Mwewa
Technical Director, AAAG

AAAG Webinar Series: Digital First, Fraud Last: AI-Enabled Public Finance Systems for Africa
2026-04-24 14:30 - 16:30
Digital transformation is reshaping public finance globally, yet many African PFM systems are at a critical crossroads. Fragmented platforms, manual processes, and reactive controls continue to expose governments to fraud, inefficiencies, and data blind spots, at a time when fiscal pressures demand smarter, faster decision-making.
This webinar will explore how end-to-end digital public financial management systems, powered by artificial intelligence and advanced analytics, can fundamentally change how governments prevent fraud, manage risk, and optimise resources. Moving beyond automation, the session will focus on how AI can enable real-time oversight, predictive risk detection, and proactive control environments.
The session will showcase how Africa-owned digital infrastructure, AI-driven analytics, and integrated FMIS platforms can enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce fiscal leakages.
Key Focus Areas

End-to-end digitalisation of the PFM value chain
AI-enabled fraud detection and predictive risk analytics
Integrating FMIS, procurement, payroll, and debt systems
Data governance, sovereignty, and cyber-risk management
Leadership and change management in digital PFM reforms

Who Should Attend

Accountants General and Deputy Accountants General
Senior PFM and Treasury Officials
Public Sector Accountants
Supreme Audit Institutions
Development Partners and Governance Practitioners

Join us to explore actionable strategies for digital transformation of PFM systems across Africa.
📅 Date: 24th April 2026
🕘 Time: 14:30 – 16:30 CAT
📍 Platform: Teams
REGISTRATION: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/9ff3e4ad-5b1e-40f7-8117-654c060f15e1@80be4b3d-f211-4cd9-9104-68537f6fdfb3
We look forward to your participation
WEBINAR PROGRAM

TIME
ACTIVITY
RESPONSIBLE

14:30-14:33
Welcome remarks
Mr. Fredrick Riaga, CEO, AAAG

14:33-14:40
Opening Remarks
TBC

14:40-15:10
Presentation
TBC

15:10-15:35
Country Experience: TBC
TBC

15:35-16:00
Country Experience: TBC
TBC

16:00-16:30
Questions and Answers
Mr. Bruce Mwewa, Technical Director, AAAG
