2025 Public Financial Management (PFM) Conference in Kampala, Uganda

Key Takeaways from hashtag#AAAG CEO, FCPA Fredrick Riaga’s Insights at the 2025 Public Financial Management (PFM) Conference in Kampala, Uganda

Session Topic: Professional Accounting Organisations (PAO) Engagement with the Public Sector: Upholding the Public Interest

Mr. Riaga’s Key Insights:

1. The PFM Trilemma: Governments must balance rising public demand for services, declining revenue, and borrowing constraints.

2. The Role of PAOs & Accountants: Professional accountants must play a strategic role in advising governments on financial solutions.

3. Qualification & Experience Gaps: PAOs must ensure accountants have both theoretical knowledge and practical experience to address real-world financial challenges.

4.  Strengthening the PFM Value Chain: PAOs and financial professionals must collaborate to create sustainable financial strategies.

Main Message: Accountants and PAOs must take an active role in shaping public financial policies, ensuring sustainable and accountable governance. #Africa #PFM