Sanctions, AML, Anti-Corruption and Ethics in Africa Conference, 17 – 18 February 2026, Accra, Ghana
Sanctions, AML, Anti-Corruption and Ethics in Africa Conference, 17 – 18 February 2026, Accra, Ghana
This conference seeks to provide a unique platform for C Level and Board Level Executives, General Counsels, Compliance Officers, Finance Directors and Managers, Human Resources Specialists, and State Officers with an oversight mandate among other critical professionals to hear from their peers, to learn best practices and to openly and freely discuss real life issues and solutions in an informal and relaxed setting.
THE ULTIMATE ANTI-CORRUPTION EXPERIENCE
2026 looks set to be another challenging year for professionals in both the private and public sector with ever increasing pressures from the markets they operate in, combined with an uptick in enforcement and international cooperation on Anti-Corruption matters. Faced with a bewildering array of new laws, regulations and guidance, many professional practitioners want to know what works well and how to introduce the best compliance practices in their respective organisations in the most cost effective and innovative way.
Nielsonsmith & MEACA Compliance, Anti-Corruption & Ethics conference seeks to provide a unique platform for C Level and Board Level Executives, General Counsels, Compliance Officers, Finance Directors and Managers, Human Resources Specialists, and State Officers with an Oversight mandate among other critical professionals to hear from their peers, to learn best practices and to openly and freely discuss real life issues and solutions in an informal and relaxed setting. It promises to deliver timely and important insights for all those involved in compliance and anti-corruption/bribery, irrespective of industry or jurisdiction. This Conference aims to improve transparency and accountability in the public sector and to promote responsible behavior in the private sector.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
- C Level and Board Level Executives of private and public sector Corporations
- General counsel and other in-house legal professionals,
- Chief Compliance officers and other compliance professionals,
- Inhouse attorneys and Private practice attorneys that counsel clients on international and local compliance issues,
- Finance Directors, Finance Managers and Forensic accountants
- Human Resources Specialists
- State Officers with an Oversight mandate over tax payers funded organisations
- Mr. Tomell deSilva Ceasar, Chairman, MEACA
- Ms. Adu Ampofo, Legal Counsel & Company Secretary, Nyaho Medical Centre
- Ms. Abena Asare-MenakoDyrektor ds. zgodności z przepisami, Societe Generale Ghana
- Mr. Godfred Abakah, Sanctions Manager, Fidelity Bank Ghana
- Mr. Kelvin Maclean, Credit Risk and Compliance Manager, Direct Savings and Loans Ltd.
- Ms. Frieda Aniwaah Boateng, Executive, Governance, Risk and Compliance, SanlamAllianz Ghana
- Ms. Sadia Chinery-Hesse, Executive Consultant, The Enterprise Group
- Mr. William Brew, Head of Conduct and Compliance, Access Bank PLC
- Mr. Elvis Angyiembe, Global Head Integrity, Regulatory Affairs & Data Privacy – Electrification Business Area, ABB
- Ms. Judith Haizel, Director Compliance, Absa Bank Ghana
- Mr. Jeffrey J. O. Peprah, CEO, Volkswagen Ghana
- Ms. Akosua Akoma Asiama, Head, Legal & Company Secretary, Fido
Jeśli chcesz dołączyć do naszego cenionego panelu prelegentów na konferencji, skontaktuj się z Alexem Terrym pod adresem alex.terry@nielsonsmith.com.
Porządek obrad dla Sanctions, Anti-Corruption & Ethics Conference jest przygotowywany przez i dla profesjonalistów z branży i zawiera najciekawsze tematy, aktualnie istotne dla tej dziedziny.
Day 1
08:15 - 09:00 Registration opens, early morning refreshments and networking
09:00 - 09:15 Opening Address and Delegate Introductions by the Chairperson
09:15 – 09:30 Keynote: Compliance and Ethics as Catalysts for National Growth
09:30 – 10:30 Global financial sanctions landscape
10:30 – 11:00 Morning Refreshment Break and Networking
11:00 – 12:00 Managing sanctions and geopolitical risk in 2026
12:00 – 12:45 African Anti-Corruption & AML Legislation: Ghana and ECOWAS Updates
12:45 – 14:00 NETWORKING TABLE D’HÔTE LUNCH
14:00 - 15:00 Interactive Panel Discussion: Building Effective AML/CFT/CPF Screening & Due Diligence
15:00 – 15:30 Afternoon Refreshment Break and Networking
15:40 – 16:40 Operational Anti-Corruption & Anti-Bribery
16:40 – 17:40 Transforming Compliance 2026
17:40 – 17:45 Chairperson’s Closing Remarks
17:45 - 18:45 Conference Networking Drinks Reception
Day 2
08:30 - 08:55 Poranny poczęstunek i nawiązywanie kontaktów
08:55 - 09:00 Opening Address by Chairperson
09:00 – 10:00 Operational AML/CTF
10:00 – 10:45 Cybersecurity Compliance in the Financial Sector
10:45 - 11:15 Morning Refreshment break and networking
11:15 – 12:15 Internal Investigations in High-Risk Sectors
12:30 – 13:45 NETWORKING TABLE D’HÔTE LUNCH
13:45 – 14:45 Panel Discussion: Recent Global Anti-Corruption Trends and Lessons for African Companies
14:45 – 15:45 The Importance of Being Earnest: How to Approach Arbitration with Compliance Issues
15:45 – 16:10 Afternoon Refreshment Break and Networking
16:10 – 16:50 Interactive Roundtables on topics brought up by delegates
16:50 - 17:00 Chairman’s Remarks
END OF CONFERENCE
Osoby zainteresowane wystąpieniem na tej konferencji proszone są o kontakt z Alexem Terrym pod adresem alex.terry@nielsonsmith.com.
Prosimy o kontakt z przedstawicielem NielsonSmith w celu dokładniejszego omówienia programu.
In Collaboration with:
The Middle East & Africa Compliance Association (MEACA) is a non-profit, volunteer-driven professional body committed to advancing transparency, accountability, and ethical governance across both public and private sectors in the Middle East and Africa. Established to address the growing need for structured compliance frameworks in the region, MEACA serves as a central hub for compliance professionals, offering resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy to promote integrity in business practices.
Mission and Vision:
Vision: To be the leading professional association in the Middle East and Africa, promoting transparency, accountability, and a culture of integrity in both private and public sectors.
Mission: To empower compliance professionals with the skills, resources, and knowledge to be effective ambassadors of goodwill within their respective companies and communities. MEACA seeks to foster and nurture a business context where good governance, adherence to laws, ethics, and transparency are the international norm, not the exception.
Core Activities:
- Professional Development: MEACA offers training programs, workshops, and seminars aimed at enhancing the competencies of compliance professionals.
- Networking Opportunities: The association organizes events and conferences to facilitate the exchange of ideas and best practices among professionals in the field.
- Advocacy and Thought Leadership: MEACA engages with policymakers and industry leaders to advocate for robust compliance standards and ethical business practices.
- Mentorship Programs: Committed to nurturing the next generation of compliance professionals, MEACA provides mentorship opportunities to guide and support emerging talent in the industry
Through these initiatives, MEACA aims to build a resilient compliance culture that supports sustainable economic growth and enhances the global reputation of the Middle East and Africa as regions committed to ethical business conduct.
Meet our Media Partners:
AGRC to globalna organizacja non-profit zajmująca się profesjonalną akredytacją i certyfikacją, a także platforma networkingowa, która została założona w 2020 roku i rozpoczęła działalność rok później. Opracowaliśmy szereg kwalifikacji zawodowych na poziomie 3 w zakresie takich tematów, jak AML, ESG, KYC/CDD, zgodność, zarządzanie ryzykiem, ład korporacyjny i międzynarodowe sankcje gospodarcze, z których wszystkie zostały akredytowane przez London Institute of Banking and Finance (LIBF) w Wielkiej Brytanii.
Ułatwiamy również wymianę wiedzy i doświadczeń między specjalistami ds. zarządzania, ryzyka i zgodności (GRC). Wspieramy naszą społeczność specjalistów GRC z wielu jurysdykcji w branży usług finansowych i nie tylko, dzieląc się ich wspólnymi wartościami, doświadczeniami, wiedzą i możliwościami rozwoju biznesu.
Więcej informacji na nasz temat można znaleźć na stronie www.agrc.org.
Jeśli chcesz zostać naszym partnerem w tym wydarzeniu, skontaktuj się z Alexem Terrym pod adresem alex.terry@nielsonsmith.com.
2-day physical pass for one person and the company-wide Post-Event Microsite license for 1 year – 350 USD
Uwaga: do tej ceny nie doliczamy podatku VAT. Cena obejmuje wszystkie sesje, lunch, przekąski i dostępną dokumentację. Prosimy o kontakt nam zniżki na rezerwacje grupowe. Uwaga: Firmy będące "sprzedawcami" mogą uczestniczyć tylko jako sponsorzy.
Miejsce konferencji
TBC
Informacje
Bilety dla delegatów są przeznaczone wyłącznie dla uczestników wewnętrznych. Zgodni sprzedawcy mogą wziąć udział w wydarzeniu tylko poprzez zostanie sponsorem, prosimy o przesłanie prospektu za pomocą poniższego przycisku. Sprzedawcy kupujący bilety nie uzyskają dostępu do wydarzenia i otrzymają jedynie zwrot kosztów w wysokości 70%.
