We are delighted to invite you to the 3rd African Association of Accountants General (AAAG) Annual Conference, a landmark event that brings together financial leaders, government officials, and experts in the field of public finance.
The event will be held in Accra, Ghana from 24th – 27th Novemeber 2025
Ghana’s dedication to enhancing its public financial systems has been evident over the past two decades. The nation’s efforts have focused on improving budget credibility, financial control, and reporting mechanisms. These reforms aim to establish efficient, transparent, and accountable resource mobilization and allocation, aligning with Ghana’s development priorities.
A cornerstone of these reforms is the implementation of the Ghana Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS). GIFMIS serves as a comprehensive platform that integrates budget preparation, execution, and financial reporting processes. By automating and streamlining these functions, GIFMIS enhances fiscal discipline and reduces opportunities for financial mismanagement.
Furthermore, Ghana has prioritized strengthening the capacity of its legislature to exercise appropriate oversight over both upstream and downstream PFM processes. This includes initiatives to improve the effectiveness of parliamentary committees responsible for financial scrutiny, ensuring that public funds are utilized efficiently and transparently.
These concerted efforts have positioned Ghana as a leader in PFM reforms within the region. The country’s experiences offer valuable lessons on the importance of political will, institutional capacity building, and stakeholder engagement in achieving sustainable financial management improvements.
For delegates attending the AAAG Conference, Ghana’s PFM reform journey offers a rich case study on implementing comprehensive financial management systems in a developing country context. Engaging with Ghanaian counterparts will provide firsthand insights into the challenges and successes of such reforms, fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration across the continent.
