The Compliance Officers Forum for GIABA Member States (COFGMS) is pleased to announce that it will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, July 31, 2025, as part of the activities marking the West African Compliance Summit (WACS) 2025.
The WACS 2025 is rescheduled for July 28–31, 2025. The venue is: Hotel Oasis Atlantico Praiamar, Praia, Cabo Verde.
The COFGMS AGM will bring together compliance professionals, regulators, and institutional partners from across GIABA member states to reflect on the Forum’s achievements, hold leadership elections, and set the strategic direction for the coming year.
“Our AGM is a cornerstone of collaboration among compliance professionals in the region. It allows us to assess our progress in strengthening AML/CFT/CPF frameworks, and to renew our shared commitment to protecting the integrity of involved Sectors”
said Vânia Alexandra Coronel da Rosa, President of COFGMS.
In addition to the general session, the meeting will include:
- Elections for vacant Executive Committee positions
- Recognition awards for long-serving compliance professionals, past EXCO members, and financial sponsors
- Presentations and resolutions to guide regional engagement and knowledge sharing
The COFGMS Secretariat will continue to liaise with GIABA and other relevant stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination regarding the meeting.
For inquiries or partnership opportunities, please contact us at:
Email: contact@cofgms.com Website: www.cofgms.com