The African Association of Compliance Professionals in Financial Services (AACPFS), also known as The African Compliance Professionals (ACP) is a pan-African organisation dedicated to the promotion, harmonisation, and advancement of compliance standards across the continent’s financial services sector.
Our mission is to empower compliance professionals, enhance the integrity of financial systems, and contribute to Africa’s sustainable economic development.
Why Join AACPFS?
We empower professionals and institutions across Africa with tailored training, certification, research, and networking to advance compliance excellence.
For Banking Professionals
- Enhanced Compliance Standards: Stay ahead with updates on regulatory changes and best practices.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers across Africa, share insights, and collaborate on common challenges.
- Exclusive Workshops: Participate in specialized training tailored to the banking sector’s compliance needs.
For Government and Regulatory Officials
- Regulatory Engagement: Influence the development of compliance frameworks and regulations.
- Access to Research: Leverage data and reports to inform policy-making and enforcement strategies.
- Professional Recognition: Gain acknowledgment as a leader in advancing compliance standards across Africa.
For Consultants and Financial Service Providers
- Certification Programs: Validate your expertise and enhance your credibility with industry-recognized certifications.
- Business Development: Access a platform to showcase your services to a broad network of financial institutions.
- Continuous Learning: Engage in innovative programs that keep you informed of the latest trends and challenges in compliance.
For Other Sectors (Insurance, Pension Services, etc.)
- Tailored Training Programs: Receive industry-specific training that addresses the unique compliance challenges of your sector.
- Resource Repository: Access a centralized library of guidelines, templates, and tools to support your compliance efforts.
- Thought Leadership: Contribute to and benefit from research initiatives that shape the future of compliance in your industry.
Interim Executive Committee
Meet the professionals guiding AACPFS’s growth and strategic direction.
PRESIDENT
Idrissa Diop
Director of Compliance, Afreximbank
Egypt
VICE PRESIDENT
Marina Finken
GENERAL SECRETARY
Pattison Boleigha
Managing Director, Pattison Consulting Ltd
Nigeria
ASST. GENERAL SECRETARY
Zipporah Gitau
Group Risk & Compliance officer, I&M Group Plc
Kenya
DIRECTOR, COMMUNICATION & BRANDING
Timothy Melaye
Information Manager/Ag. Principal Officer Comm and Advocacy, GIABA
Nigeria
DIRECTOR, PROGRAMMMES & CAPACITY BUILDING
Joseph Chisasa
Professor – Finance, Risk Management & Banking, University of South Africa
South Africa