MGI Africa Region meets in Lagos to discuss the future of the accounting profession
Members of the MGI Worldwide Africa Region gathered in Lagos, Nigeria, on 26–27 February 2026 for a dynamic regional meeting hosted by Haruna Yahaya & Co. Bringing together 25 delegates from across the continent, the meeting focused on the theme “Transforming the accounting profession in Africa: challenges and the way forward.”
Over two days, participants engaged in insightful presentations, lively discussions and collaborative exchanges on the key issues shaping the profession across Africa. The meeting provided an important platform for members to share perspectives, learn from experts and strengthen relationships within the region.
Opening remarks
The meeting opened with welcoming remarks from Felix Kimoli, Chairman of MGI Africa, who encouraged members to continue strengthening collaboration and engagement within the network. He emphasised the importance of members learning from one another and working together to raise the profile and impact of the Africa region within the global MGI community.
Haruna Yahaya, Managing Partner of the host firm Haruna Yahaya & Co, highlighted the opportunities for the profession across the continent.
“With Africa home to the world’s youngest population, growing markets and an increasingly vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, he noted that accounting professionals have an important role to play in supporting business growth, transparency and economic development.”
Key themes shaping the profession
The programme featured speakers addressing major issues facing accounting firms, including digital transformation, sustainable audit practices, brand building, professional wellbeing and the future of audit in Africa.
Experts from Deloitte, PwC and EY shared insights on how technology is transforming audit and accounting practices, highlighting the role of digital tools in improving efficiency, quality and client service. They also emphasised the need to balance innovation with people-focused practices that support professional wellbeing and development.
Interactive discussions and roundtables
Sessions were highly interactive, with strong audience engagement and active discussion throughout the programme.
A highlight of the meeting was the breakout roundtable discussions, where members explored three themes critical to their firms’ future: Talent, Technology and Growth. Members exchanged ideas, shared challenges and discussed strategies for navigating a changing professional landscape.
The discussions generated valuable insights on attracting and retaining talent, embracing digital transformation and identifying opportunities for growth, highlighting the value of peer learning and collaboration within the MGI network.
Dont forget to visit the event's flickr album HERE to see all the photographs!
Welcoming new members
The Lagos meeting also provided an opportunity to welcome new members RKA from Uganda and CE2C from Côte d’Ivoire. Oura Kondro, Managing Partner of CE2C expressed appreciation for the warm welcome extended by fellow members.
Looking ahead
As the meeting concluded, delegates left with fresh insights, practical ideas and renewed motivation to strengthen their firms and contribute to the continued development of the accounting profession across Africa.
Regional Director Audrey Danasamy wrapped up:
"My sincere thanks to Haruna Yahaya & Co for their support and for bringing together an excellent line-up of speakers. It is incredibly fulfilling to support the growth of small and medium-sized practices across the Africa region and to see the collaboration and learning that takes place at gatherings like this.
I look forward to welcoming more delegates at our 2027 Africa Region meeting in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, as we continue strengthening MGI Africa”.
Dont forget tovisit the event's flickr album HERE to see all the photographs!
Meeting presentations
Members of MGI can also access presentation files from the MENA conference on this webpage by logging into the MGI Member Portal.
MGI Worldwide is a leading global accounting network and association with over 8,500 professionals, across audit, accounting, tax, legal and consulting, in some 440 locations in 100 countries around the world.