FINANCIAL SECTOR : BEAC at the heart of the 47th annual meetings of the Association of African Central Banks

(LVDE) – From November 23 to 28, 2025, the Bank of Central African States (BEAC) will host the 47th Annual Meetings of the Association of African Central Banks (AACB) at the Hilton Hotel in Yaoundé. The event will bring together financial leaders and experts to discuss key issues such as climate change and economic stability.

The Cameroonian capital, Yaoundé, is set to host a major event in Africa’s financial landscape. From November 23 to 28, 2025, the Hilton Hotel will be the venue for the 47th Annual Meetings of the Association of African Central Banks (AACB)—a gathering expected to be rich in dialogue and insight. Organized by the Bank of Central African States (BEAC), the event will convene central bank governors, financial experts, and international partners to address the pressing economic challenges facing the continent.

In a constantly evolving global economy, this meeting carries great significance. Discussions will focus on critical topics such as climate change, financial stability, economic development, and monetary cooperation across Africa. Participants will have the opportunity to share experiences and best practices to strengthen the continent’s economic resilience.

The event also reflects a shared commitment to promoting sustainable growth and ensuring shared prosperity across Africa. Economic, social, and environmental issues are deeply interconnected, and the discussions will explore how central banks can play a pivotal role in driving the transition toward more sustainable development models.

The AACB, which brings together 41 member central banks, aims to foster cooperation among these institutions in the monetary, banking, and financial sectors. One of its flagship objectives is to support the creation of a single African currency and a common central bank, an ambitious project that could transform the continent’s economic landscape. These annual meetings will thus provide an opportunity to advance well-defined convergence processes toward achieving this goal.

Moreover, the event comes at a time when African economies continue to face mounting challenges, including those stemming from the Covid-19 pandemic and its economic repercussions. The need to strengthen cooperation mechanisms between central banks has become more urgent than ever, and discussions will also emphasize the importance of financial integration in Africa. Experts agree that strengthening institutional capacities and implementing sound monetary policies are essential for ensuring long-term economic stability.

The anticipation surrounding this gathering is high among financial sector stakeholders, who expect concrete outcomes. Initiatives to enhance transparency and improve access to financing for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will also be on the agenda. SMEs play a vital role in the economic development of African states, and supporting them is crucial to stimulating growth and job creation.

In essence, the 47th Annual Meetings of the AACB promise to be a decisive moment for Africa’s economic future. By bringing together key policymakers and experts from diverse backgrounds, the event aims to chart innovative pathways toward deeper economic integration and stronger monetary cooperation. All participants convening in Yaoundé will have the opportunity to contribute to building a more robust and sustainable economic future for the African continent.

Tressy Chouente