ACOA Event Program

Wednesday, 7 May 2025

09:00 - 10:30 CAT +2

Plenary Session 2

Keynote: Driving Sustainable Development and Climate Action for Enhanced Capital Flows in Africa. 

Exploring how bold climate action and sustainable development policies can unlock greater capital inflows and position Africa as a hub for responsible investment.

Panel:
Building a Sustainable Economy: Rwanda's Leadership in Financial and Environmental Transformation 

Showcasing Rwanda’s innovative approach to integrating sustainability into its economic strategy, highlighting policies and practices that are driving both financial inclusion and environmental resilience.

Meeting room: Auditorium

11:00 - 12:30 CAT +2

Plenary Session 3

Keynote: Empowering Workforce Development and Economic Growth 

Exploring insights from the WEF Future of Jobs Report to identify strategies for workforce development, upskilling, and fostering economic growth in Africa amidst evolving job market trends and technological advancements.

Panel:
Bridging the Digital Divide: Technology and Workforce Development in Africa

Discussing how technology can bridge skill gaps and create workforce opportunities across Africa’s diverse regions.

Meeting room: Auditorium

14:00 - 15:30: CAT +2

Expert Forum 1.1
Developments in International Standards International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) 

Exploring the latest developments in IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards (SDS), with a focus on how they impact accounting and business practices globally and continentally.

Meeting room TBC

Expert Forum 2.1:
A Common Core Competency Framework for Future-fit Accountants for Africa 

Addressing the essential competencies required for African accountancy and finance professionals to remain relevant and effective in a dynamic global and continental environment.

Meeting room TBC

Expert Forum 3.1:
Digital Transformation in Accounting: Leveraging Technology to Enhance Accounting Practices and Services

Exploring cutting-edge technological advancements in accountancy and their impact on efficiency, accuracy, and service delivery.

Meeting room TBC

Expert Forum 4.1:
Entrepreneurship in Action: Success Stories of Accountants Driving Change in Africa - Meeting Room TBC

Discussing how technology can bridge skill gaps and create workforce opportunities across Africa’s diverse regions.

Meeting room TBC

16:00 - 17:30 CAT +2

Expert Forum 1.2
Developments in International Standards: International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) 

Exploring the latest developments in IASB standards, with a focus on the connectivity between IFRS Accounting Standards and IFRS SDS to provide a cohesive framework for comprehensive corporate value reporting.

Meeting room TBC

Expert Forum 2.2
Rethinking Accountancy Education: Building Technology-Enabled Professionals 

Discussing the urgent need for education reforms to develop tech-savvy accountancy and finance professionals who are prepared for the future.

Meeting room TBC

Expert Forum 3.2
Introduction to the ISSB Digital Taxonomy 

An overview of the ISSB digital taxonomy and its role in enhancing sustainability reporting and data accessibility.

Meeting room TBC

Expert Forum 4.2
Financial Innovators: How Accountants are Redefining Business Models in Africa 

Exploring innovative financial strategies reshaping business models across Africa, highlighting how accountancy and finance professionals are leveraging financial innovation to enhance business sustainability, drive growth, and create new economic opportunities.

Meeting room TBC

14:00 - 17:30 CAT +2

Expert Forum 5.1-2:
Strengthening Accountability Through Collaboration: Auditors General and Professional Accountants as Partners in Public Sector Excellence 

Highlighting partnerships between auditors general and accountants to enhance public sector accountability and transparency.

Meeting room TBC