Regional Workshop on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT)

Renel Ghana Foundation recently participated in a significant Regional Sensitization Workshop for Civil Society Organizations on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter Financing of Terrorism (CFT). Organized by the Inter-Governmental Action Group Against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA), the event, held from June 4–6, 2024, brought together stakeholders to address pressing issues of money laundering and terrorist financing in the region.

The workshop, inaugurated by Mr. Tim Melaye of GIABA, featured key speakers such as Mr. Edwin W. Harris Jr., Director General of GIABA, and Ghana’s Deputy Attorney General, Diana Asonaba Dapaah. Critical discussions centred on the role of civil society in combating financial crimes, ethical advocacy, and strategies for policy influence and stakeholder engagement.

The event underscored the importance of collaboration among civil society organizations, governments, and regional bodies in promoting transparency and preventing the misuse of financial systems.

Call to Action
Participants were encouraged to strengthen partnerships, advocate for robust AML/CFT policies, and foster transparency and accountability to effectively combat economic and financial crimes.