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August 2026
MEFMI Heads of Debt Management Forum
The MEFMI Heads of Debt Management Forum is an annual event organised by MEFMI as part of its efforts ensure that the heads of debt management departments in client institutions are abreast with topical, pertinent and emerging developments on public debt management front. This Forum is also critical in fostering adoption frameworks, tools and policy
RETREAT FOR HEADS OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Background The 2026 Heads of HR Retreat is a 3-day strategic gathering designed to equip senior HR leaders with the tools, insights, and collaboration needed to lead the next era of workforce transformation. As AI and automation reshape the world of work, HR’s role as a strategic enabler is more vital than ever. This workshop
Governors’ Forum
Overview: The Governors Forum is traditionally held between July and August each year and is attended by the 15 central bank Governors from the MEFMI region.
Corporate Governance for Boards and Management
Background Corporate governance has over the years become a critical element of success in most progressive organisations across the world. Since the 1970s, organisations have adopted corporate governance, which is a system of rules and practices that guide a company’s operations to achieve its strategic objectives. Some of the benefits of good corporate governance include,
September 2026
Climate and Nature Risks Workshop
Background Climate change and nature loss are accelerating drivers of economic and financial risk. For economies where natural capital underpins livelihoods, GDP, and critical sectors, these risks can quickly become systemic. While central banks and financial supervisors have a key role in identifying and managing these risks, they cannot act in isolation. Collaboration with other
Machine Learning Approaches to Nowcasting
Background Machine learning (ML) techniques are increasingly being explored for macroeconomic forecasting and nowcasting, offering enhanced predictive accuracy, flexibility in model design, and the ability to handle large datasets. Algorithms such as Random Forests, Artificial Neural Networks (ANNs), and Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) networks have demonstrated superior performance in capturing complex nonlinear patterns in high-frequency
Virtual Regional Workshop on Seasonally Adjusted Data and Trend-cycle Estimates
Background During the Phase VI period (2022–2026), MEFMI prioritised compilation of high frequency data to assist in economic modelling and forecasting, especially in crisis periods. High-frequency data paints a more detailed picture of the economic impact of the pandemic and breadth of the recovery. Seasonal adjustment serves to facilitate an understanding of the development of
Regional Workshop on Liability Management Operations in Managing Domestic Debt Portfolios
Background Domestic debt in developing countries has been increasing partly due to the need for funding during the COVID-19 pandemic, the reduction in new foreign loans and grants amidst tight external financing conditions and limited access to international markets. The IMF estimates this increase to be about 6.5 percentage points of GDP after the pandemic.
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