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49th ESAAMLG Task Force of Senior Officials Meeting

Uganda To Host the 49th ESAAMLG Task Force of Senior Officials Meeting: Strengthening Regional Collaboration in Combating Financial Crimes

Press Releases March 10, 2025

Uganda To Host the 49th ESAAMLG Task Force of Senior Officials Meeting: Strengthening Regional Collaboration in Combating Financial Crimes

Kampala, Uganda – March 28th - April 4th, 2025

Uganda is proud to be hosting the 49th Eastern and Southern Africa Anti-Money Laundering Group (ESAAMLG) Task Force of Senior Officials Meeting, a key gathering of regional financial intelligence stakeholders aimed at strengthening collaboration in the fight against money laundering (ML), terrorist financing (TF), and other financial crimes.

Taking place from March 28th to April 4th, 2025, at Speke Resort Munyonyo, Kampala, this high-level event will bring together government representatives, financial regulators, law enforcement agencies, financial intelligence units (FIUs), and international partners to assess the progress of anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-financing of terrorism (CFT) frameworks in the region.

Objectives of the 49th ESAAMLG Meeting

The ESAAMLG Task Force of Senior Officials Meeting provides a strategic platform for countries in the region to:

  • Review progress in implementing Financial Action Task Force (FATF) recommendations on AML/CFT.
  • Discuss regional challenges in tackling financial crimes and propose joint solutions.
  • Assess mutual evaluation reports to ensure compliance with international AML/CFT standards.
  • Enhance cooperation between financial intelligence units (FIUs) and law enforcement bodies.
  • Strengthen policy frameworks for financial sector integrity and stability.

Uganda’s Commitment to Financial Integrity

As the host country, Uganda reaffirms its commitment to strengthening financial intelligence and compliance measures to safeguard the economy against illicit financial flows. The Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA Uganda) has been at the forefront of:

  • Enhancing AML/CFT regulations to align with global standards.
  • Collaborating with banks, fintechs, and other reporting entities to ensure compliance.
  • Increasing capacity-building initiatives for law enforcement and regulatory institutions.

Regional Collaboration for a Safer Financial System

With the increasing sophistication of money laundering, terrorist financing, and cyber-related financial crimes, regional and international cooperation is critical. The 49th ESAAMLG Task Force Meeting will provide a platform for knowledge sharing, best practices, and policy alignment among Eastern and Southern African nations.

Key sessions during the event will focus on:

  • Emerging threats in financial crimes and regional countermeasures.
  • Risk-based supervision and compliance for financial institutions.
  • Technology-driven financial crimes and regulatory responses.
  • The role of public-private partnerships in AML/CFT efforts.

Uganda: A Strategic Hub for Regional Financial Security

Uganda’s selection as the host nation for this important event underscores its growing influence in regional financial security and its commitment to upholding financial integrity. With ongoing reforms in the financial sector, Uganda is positioning itself as a leader in AML/CFT compliance and enforcement in Eastern and Southern Africa.

As we welcome delegates from across the region and beyond, Uganda looks forward to fostering stronger partnerships, driving impactful discussions, and reinforcing the fight against financial crime to promote a safe and transparent financial ecosystem.

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