Sanctions, AML & Trade Controls for Banking and Finance in North Africa, 20 – 21 May 2025, Casablanca, Morocco
Sanctions, AML & Trade Controls for Banking and Finance in North Africa, 20-21 May 2025, Casablanca, Morocco
The Sanctions, AML & Trade Controls for Banking and Finance in North Africa conference, held on 20-21 May 2025 in Casablanca, Morocco, brings together C-Level Executives, Compliance Officers, Finance Directors, and government officials to discuss best practices and solutions in a relaxed setting. Focused on sanctions, anti-money laundering, and trade controls, this event provides a platform for professionals to share insights and strategies for navigating challenges in North Africa's banking and finance sector.
A Strategic Forum for Compliance Excellence in North Africa
As financial institutions across North Africa and beyond navigate an increasingly complex regulatory environment, the pressure to maintain robust compliance frameworks has never been higher. Global sanctions regimes, evolving Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards, and emerging technologies continue to reshape the financial landscape. In response, professionals must stay ahead with practical knowledge, effective strategies, and a network of peers to draw from.
The Sanctions, AML & Trade Controls for Banking and Finance in North Africa Conference 2025 offers an exclusive and intimate platform designed specifically for banking and finance compliance professionals, government regulators, and legal experts. Co-organised by Nielsonsmith and MEACA, this two-day in-person event in Casablanca promises deep-dive sessions into the most urgent issues—from crypto and AI-enhanced due diligence to navigating the risks of sanctions evasion and proliferation financing.
Featuring keynote speakers such as Ms. Nathalie Goulet, Member of the French Senate, and expert panellists from leading institutions including Citi, Western Union, BNP Paribas, and Bank of Africa, attendees will gain insights directly from those shaping and responding to the region’s most pressing compliance challenges.
This event is conducted under the Chatham House Rule to ensure candid conversations, enriched by real-world case studies and thought-provoking roundtable discussions. With a strict attendee cap of 80, the setting ensures not only high-value learning but also meaningful networking.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
• Chief Compliance Officers and Financial Crime Risk Leaders
• Internal Auditors and Risk Managers
• Legal Advisors and In-House Counsel
• AML Officers and Sanctions Experts
• Heads of Trade Finance and Export Compliance
• Financial Regulators and State Oversight Officers
• Fintech and Virtual Asset Service Providers’
- Mr. Salaheddine Elgbouri, Director AML Compliance, Western Union
- Ms. Nathalie Goulet,Member of the Finance Committee, French Senate
- Mr. Younes Boucherour, Head of Internal Control, Compliance & Risk, Maghreb Titrisation
- Mr. Zohair Sati, Group Process Audit Director – General Group Inspection, Banque Centrale Populaire
- Ms. Sofia Benjilany, ex-Compliance Manager, Orange Money
- Mr. Anouar Lahrim, Compliance Manager, M2T SA
- Mr. Omar Belganche, Co-Founder, Nia-Gen
- Ms. Salma Tadlaoui, Group Head of Compliance, OPTORG
- Mr. Hamid Ait Bella, Group Compliance Projects & Solutions Director and Subsidiary Support, Bank of Africa
- Mr. Tomell deSilva Ceasar, Co-Chairman, MEACA
- Mr. Hamou Hamrouni, Director AML Compliance, Gulf Bank Algérie
- Mr. Mustapha Bouzizoua, ex-Compliance expert, ex-Head of policy Oversight, HSBC Continental Europe
- Mr. Nasser Abdelhafid, Senior Compliance Officer Advisory, BNP Paribas CIB
- Mr. Mahmoud Demmou, Country Chief Compliance Officer, Citi
Should you wish to join our esteemed speaker panel at the conference, please contact Mr. Alex Terry on alex.terry@nielsonsmith.com
The agenda for Sanctions, AML & Trade Controls for Banking and Finance Conference is prepared by and for industry professionals, and includes the most interesting topics, currently pertinent to the field.
Day 1
08:15 – 09:00 Registration opens with early morning refreshments
09:00 – 09:15 Chairman’s welcome and opening address
09:15 – 09:45 Keynote Address: The importance of combating Terrorism, Financial Crime, and ensuring Crypto Compliance in Finance
09:45 – 10:30 Global financial sanctions landscape: focus on local regulations, US, EU & UK
10:30 – 11:30 The latest trends in International Money Transfers
11:30 – 12:00 Morning refreshments and networking
12:00 – 13:00 Global regulatory trends and challenges in Anti Money Laundering
13:00 – 14:15 Networking lunch
14:15 – 15:15 Sanctions evasion
15:15 – 16:00 Other risks for FSIs: Proliferation financing
16:00 – 16:25 Afternoon refreshments and networking
16:25 – 17:25 Panel Discussion: doing business with sanctioned countries and conflict zones
17:25 – 17:30 Chairman’s closing remarks
17:45 – 18:45 Conference Drinks reception
Day 2
08:30 – 08:55 Early morning refreshments and networking
08:55 – 09:00 Chairman’s opening remarks
09:00 – 10:00 Building screening and due diligence in the Risk Based Approach (RBA) while establishing an AML/CFT/CPF framework.
10:00 – 11:00 Latest AI Advancements in Compliance: Transforming KYC and Screening Processes
11:00 – 11:20 Morning refreshments and networking
11:20 – 12:20 Panel Discussion: The Rise of Virtual Assets and Fintech: Compliance Challenges and Opportunities
12:20 – 13:30 Networking lunch
13:30 – 14:30 Impact of export controls compliance and Trade based money laundering
14:30 – 15:30 The Strategic Role of Internal Audit in Managing AML and Sanctions Risks
15:30 – 15:50 Afternoon refreshments and networking
15:50 – 16:50 Interactive Roundtables on topics brought up by the delegates on the day
16:50 – 17:00 Chairman’s remarks and End of Conference.
If you are interested in speaking at this conference, please contact Mr. Alex Terry on alex.terry@nielsonsmith.com
Please contact your NielsonSmith representative to discuss the programme in more depth.
The Middle East & Africa Compliance Association is a not-for-profit organization registered in DIFC that catalyzes and inspires the creation of a more ethical and just world by empowering compliance practitioners. Our focus is to facilitate the professional development of our members!
Our Vision is to be recognized as the go-to professional association in the Middle East & Africa that serves to promote transparency, accountability and a culture of integrity in private and government institutions.
Our Mission is to advocate for proper governance and regulatory compliance in the region and empower compliance practitioners to achieve this objective.
In today’s interconnected world, businesses and regulations cross borders seamlessly, and so must our efforts in compliance. Compliance challenges are no longer confined to local jurisdictions; they are international, multifaceted, and demand collective action.
This is why the French Compliance Society acts as both a think tank and a hub for sharing experiences, expertise, and knowledge. We tackle strategic, complex, and demanding issues such as anti-corruption, international sanctions, export controls, taxation, and geopolitical tensions. These are not just challenges; they are opportunities to elevate compliance as a strategic pillar for organizations.
We regularly organize:
- Conferences and events to foster dialogue and learning.
- Working groups addressing pressing topics in response to current global and local developments. By joining the French Compliance Society, you will: Connect with a global network of compliance professionals and thought leaders.
Stay ahead with insights into regulatory updates and trends, both in France and internationally. Contribute to practical and innovative solutions for today’s compliance challenges. Be part of a community that champions integrity, transparency, and resilience in business practices.
We invite you to follow our activities on LinkedIn to join our working groups, participate in discussions, and stay informed about our events and initiatives. Let’s advance compliance—beyond borders, beyond industries, and beyond expectations. Together.
Should you wish to become our Partner at this event, please contact Mr. Alex Terry on alex.terry@nielsonsmith.com
2-day physical pass for one person and the company-wide Post-Event Microsite license for 1 year – 599 USD
Please note, we will not charge VAT on this price. The price includes all sessions, lunch, refreshments and available documentation. Please contact us for Group Booking Discounts. Please note: “Vendor” companies may attend as sponsors only.
Conference Venue
H8XP+RGP, Boulevard de la Corniche,
Casablanca 20050, Morocco
Accommodation Allotment
TBC
Information
Delegate tickets are for in-house participants only. Compliance vendors may only attend by becoming a sponsor, please request a prospectus via the button below. Vendors purchasing tickets will not gain access to the event and will receive only a 70% refund.
