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Join us for this impactful discussion. This is a unique opportunity to gain insights into how African countries can balance security needs with sustainable economic growth. Learn from experts on managing public finance amidst security challenges, and discover practical solutions to ensure socio-economic stability across the continent.
20
November
2024
12 PM - 1PM (EAT)
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ALN Academy invites you to a webinar

Navigating Security Challenges: Safeguarding Public Financing and Economic Growth in Africa

We are excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar on November 20, 2024, at 12:00 PM EAT.

This event will bring together leading experts to discuss the critical balance between security spending and sustainable economic growth across Africa. With a focus on how countries are navigating the challenges of public finance and security demands, this conversation will draw on real case studies from Kenya, South Sudan, Mozambique, and beyond.

Why Attend?

- Gain insights on the impact of security spending on economic development.
- Hear from experts about the trade-offs governments face in financing socio-economic needs.
- Engage in practical discussions on frameworks to manage public debt while securing national stability.

Don’t miss this chance to explore solutions for safeguarding Africa’s financial future!

Panel of Industry experts

Get ready to gain insights from:

Moderator: Daniel Ngumy
Managing Partner | ALN Kenya | Anjarwalla & Khanna
Daniel Ngumy, Managing Partner of ALN Kenya | Anjarwalla & Khanna and head of its Tax and Trade practices, brings a wealth of experience in tax law, foreign direct investment, and corporate governance. As a recognized authority in tax and investment matters, Daniel offers critical insights into the complexities of public finance and compliance across Africa, making him a valuable voice in the discussions on balancing security spending with sustainable economic growth at this webinar.
Panellist: Declan Galvin
Managing Director I Exigent Risk
Declan Galvin is the Managing Director of Exigent Risk Advisory a leading Nairobi-based strategic risk advisory firm. Declan is a country risk expert offering advisory services to leading private and multinational companies on strategic, geopolitical, trade, credit, and security risks across emerging markets in Africa. He has extensive experience working with investors, private funds, international development organizations, diplomatic missions, and NGOs.
Panellist: Julians Amboko
Business Editor I Nation Media Group PLC

Julians Amboko is a public finance focused communication professional. He is an International Monetary Fund Journalism Fellow and he has published with the London School of Economics Business Review, the International Growth Centre, World Economic Forum & the Journal for Sustainable Development.
He currently consults for the Nation Media Group & the World Bank.

Panellist: Prof Vaola Sambo (M.Phil Ph.D.)
Professor of Public Finance | UNISA
Professor Vaola Sambo is a renowned specialist in Public Finance with extensive experience in advisory roles and academic contributions. Appointed by the Minister of Higher Education and Training, she serves on multiple advisory committees, including the Project Steering Committee for the Skills Institute for the Development of TVET Lecturing Staff in partnership with the German Development Bank. Prof. Sambo has published numerous papers, including work funded by the European Union Commission, now used by the National School of Government as a key case study. Her expertise extends to the global stage, where she contributed to a series of articles on BRICS for the Russian Tass News Agency in the lead-up to the 2023 BRICS Summit.
Panellist: Wangari Muikia
Managing Director I Expertise Global
Wangari Muikia is a distinguished Africa Fiscal Policy Economist and a leading authority in public finance management, with over 20 years of experience shaping fiscal policies across the continent. As the Founder and Managing Director of Expertise Global, Wangari works closely with governments, international institutions, and development organizations to address complex fiscal policy challenges. Her work emphasizes building robust frameworks to strengthen subnational revenue systems, optimize budget strategies, enhance intergovernmental coordination, and support governance across sectors such as education, health, and climate resilience. Expertise Global has partnered with prominent organizations, including the World Bank Group, UNICEF, IMF, UN Women, USAID, and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), to deliver impactful solutions rooted in data-driven strategies and gender equality.
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