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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20260715T090000
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SUMMARY:INSURANCE AND BANKING SECTOR CONFERENCE (virtual option)
DESCRIPTION:INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA\n(Established under Accountants Act\, Laws of Kenya) \nINSURANCE & BANKING SECTOR CONFERENCE\nTheme: Driving Financial Resilience\, Market Adaptation and Reporting Excellence in Kenya’s Financial Services Sector\nDate: 15th -17 July 2026\nTime: 09.00am-03.30pm\nVenue: Virtual Delivery \nOVERVIEW \nThe banking and insurance sectors remain key pillars of Kenya’s economic growth and financial stability. However\, the operating environment continues to evolve rapidly due to changing regulatory requirements\, economic uncertainties\, technological disruption\, increasing customer expectations\, and emerging risks. Financial institutions are therefore required to strengthen their financial reporting frameworks\, enhance risk management practices\, maintain adequate capital levels\, and leverage innovation to remain competitive and resilient. \nThe implementation of major reporting standards such as IFRS 17 Insurance Contracts and IFRS 9 Financial Instruments continues to reshape financial reporting across the sector. While significant progress has been made\, institutions continue to face challenges relating to data quality\, systems integration\, actuarial modelling\, expected credit loss calculations\, and evolving regulatory expectations. At the same time\, boards and management are under increasing pressure to improve governance structures\, strengthen internal controls\, and provide transparent and decision-useful information to stakeholders. \nTechnological innovation is also transforming the financial services landscape. The growth of digital banking\, mobile financial services\, fintech and Insurtech solutions\, artificial intelligence\, and advanced data analytics is creating new opportunities for operational efficiency\, customer engagement\, and financial inclusion. However\, these developments also introduce emerging risks relating to cybersecurity\, data governance\, operational resilience\, and regulatory compliance. \nFurther\, the sector continues to play a critical role in advancing financial inclusion and supporting economic development. Despite the significant progress achieved in expanding access to financial services\, institutions must continue developing innovative products and delivery channels that meet the needs of underserved populations while maintaining sound risk management practices. \nAgainst this backdrop\, the Institute has organized the Insurance & Banking Sector Conference 2026 to provide a platform for regulators\, practitioners\, accountants\, auditors\, actuaries\, risk professionals\, policy makers\, and industry leaders to discuss emerging developments\, share practical experiences\, and explore strategies for enhancing financial reporting\, institutional resilience\, governance\, innovation\, and sustainable growth within the financial services sector. \n The conference will explore the following thematic areas: \n\nEconomic Outlook\, Regulatory Developments and Sector Resilience\n\n\nEmerging economic and regulatory developments affecting banks and insurers\nPrudential supervision and compliance expectations\nBuilding resilience in an increasingly uncertain environment\n\n\n IFRS 17: Implementation Progress and Emerging Challenges\n\n\nLessons learned from implementation\nContractual Service Margin (CSM)\, actuarial and systems considerations\nFinancial reporting implications and regulatory expectations\n\n\n IFRS 9 and Credit Risk Management\n\n\nExpected Credit Loss (ECL) modelling and impairment challenges\nCredit risk management in a changing economic environment\nEmerging implementation and regulatory developments\n\n\nCapital Adequacy\, Solvency and Reinsurance Strategies\n\n\nCapital adequacy and solvency requirements\nStress testing and capital optimization\nStrategic use of reinsurance for risk mitigation and financial resilience\n\n\nAdvancements in Actuarial Valuation and Risk Modelling\n\n\nEmerging actuarial techniques and innovations\nPredictive modelling and insurance risk assessment\nPractical insights from industry\n\n\nDigital Transformation\, Fintech and Artificial Intelligence\n\n\nAI applications in banking and insurance\nFintech and Insurtech innovations\nData analytics and automation in financial reporting and decision-making\n\n\nCybersecurity\, Data Governance and Operational Resilience\n\n\nEmerging cyber risks and threat management\nData governance and protection requirements\nStrengthening operational resilience and business continuity\n\n\nAnti-Money Laundering Considerations for Banking & Insurance Sectors\n\n\nAnti-Money Laundering and Automatic Exchange of Financial Information updates\nAML Regulatory framework updates\nKenya’s Grey-Listing -Causes and your role in supporting getting Kenya out of Grey Listing\nAML Compliance Challenges-Politically Exposed Persons\, Beneficial Ownership\, Due Diligence\nForeign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) obligations\nCommon Reporting Standards (CRS) Obligation\n\n 9. Digital transformation in insurance and banking in Kenya \n\nThe rise of mobile money and fintech\nDigital banking platforms\nInsurtech: digital insurance distribution models\nPractical use cases of AI\n\n 10. Feedback from 2025 Financial Reporting (FiRe) Award for Banking & Insurance Sectors \n\nAreas of notable improvement\nMajor areas of non-compliance\nWay Forward\n\nTARGET AUDIENCE: \nBanking professionals\, Insurance professionals\, Chief Internal & Risk Managers\, CEOs\, Senior Management\, Aspiring bankers and insurance professionals\, Members of Board of Directors of corporations\, Business Owners and Entrepreneurs\, \nFINANCIAL COMMITMENT: \n\n\n\nCategory\nCharges Physical \nVirtual \n\n\nAssociate Members\nKes 40\,000 per Delegate\nKes. 15\,000\n\n\nFull Members\nKes. 45\,000 per Delegate\nKes. 15\,000\n\n\nNon-Member\nKes. 50\,000 per Delegate\nKes. 15\,000\n\n\n\nCONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT UNITS: \nMembers of ICPAK and other reciprocating professional bodies will earn 20 CPD points upon successfully attending the seminar. \nONLINE BOOKING: \nWe call on all participants to note that booking is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and it will close two hours before the training session.  Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for training sessions is MANDATORY.   This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events \, you can also reach us through marketing@icpak.com \nNATIONAL INDUSTRIAL TRAINING AUTHORITY (NITA) REIMBURSEMENT: \nThe Institute is registered as a trainer with the National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke) \nFurther requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 100\,  or via email to marketing@icpak.com. \nWe encourage members to regularly visit our website https://www.icpak.com for updates.
URL:https://www.icpak.com/event/insurance-and-banking-sector-conference-virtual-option/
LOCATION:Virtual Delivery
CATEGORIES:Local Seminars,Past Virtual Events,Virtual Symposiums
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20260812T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Moscow:20260813T153000
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SUMMARY:Financial Services Sector Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA\n(Established under the Accountants Act\, Laws of Kenya) \nFinancial Services Sector Conference\nDate: 12th – 13th August 2026\nTime: 9.00am-3.30pm\nDelivery Mode: Virtual \nOverview \nThe financial services sector continues to experience rapid transformation driven by regulatory reforms\, technological innovation and evolving market expectations. As financial institutions adapt to new prudential guidelines\, AML/CFT requirements\, and data protection laws\, professionals must remain informed of the latest compliance developments shaping the industry. Strengthening regulatory understanding is essential for ensuring stability\, enhancing transparency and supporting public trust in the financial ecosystem. \nFinancial reporting within the financial services sector has also grown increasingly complex with the expanded application of accounting and sustainability-related reporting standards. These changes require accountants and auditors to navigate advanced measurement models\, disclosure obligations\, and assurance considerations unique to banks\, insurers and capital market entities. The conference will explore practical challenges in technical financial reporting aspects and audit quality for regulated institutions to enhance compliance and consistency in financial reporting. \nAt the same time\, the sector faces heightened expectations around risk management and corporate governance. Emerging risks such as cyber threats\, fraud\, operational weaknesses and market volatility demand robust enterprise risk management frameworks and strengthened governance structures. The conference will highlight governance trends\, board oversight responsibilities\, internal control effectiveness and the evolving risk landscape that institutions must navigate in a digital economy. \nThe role of technology\, fintech\, sustainability and taxation continue to reshape sector priorities. Digital banking\, mobile money\, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity resilience are transforming service delivery and regulatory supervision. Additionally\, institutions are increasingly integrating ESG factors\, climate-related disclosures\, and green financing into strategic decision-making. Important tax considerations\, including VAT\, excise duty\, digital services taxation and transfer pricing\, also continue to influence operations. This conference will equip participants with insights needed to respond to these developments and support sector-wide growth\, innovation and regulatory compliance. \nThe conference will highlight key aspects of the Financial Services Sector relating to the following: \n\nRegulatory Developments in the Financial Services Sector\nEmerging regulatory reforms and compliance expectations\nAML/CFT\, Data Protection\, and Prudential Standards updates\nSustainability reporting\nRegulation of Fintech and Digital Innovations\nImpact of regional and global regulatory convergence on local institutions\nCryptocurrency and Emerging Financial Assets – Accounting\, Risk and Regulatory Implications for Financial Services\nOverview of emerging financial assets\nRegulatory and policy landscape\nAccounting treatment of cryptocurrencies and similar assets\nValuation and fair value measurement\nRisk management considerations\nFuture outlook for financial services\nRisk Management & Corporate Governance\nEnhancing ERM frameworks in banks\, insurers\, and capital markets\nRisk appetite\, strategy and capital allocation\nEvolving expectations of boards and senior management\nGovernance of complex and emerging risks\nRisk culture and behavioural governance\nDigital Transformation & Financial Technology (Fintech)\nAI use cases in the financial services sector\nDigital banking evolution\, automation\, and cloud adoption\nCybersecurity threats\, resilience\, and fraud risk management\nRegulatory sandboxes\, innovation hubs\, and oversight of digital financial services\nTaxation in the Financial Services Sector\nEmerging tax changes affecting financial institutions\nVAT\, excise duty\, transfer pricing\, and compliance considerations\nTax implications of digital financial services and cross-border transactions\nSustainability\, ESG & Climate Finance\nIntegrating ESG in financial reporting and strategy\nClimate-related financial disclosures and green financing opportunities\nSustainable investment products and evolving investor expectations\nNature-related disclosures\n\n Target Audience \nThis workshop will be useful to all professional Accountants and those aspiring to join the profession \nContinuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units): \nMembers of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 10 CPD Units upon successfully attending the session. \nCost: \nCharges for the training will be Kes 10\,000/= which will cover workshop fees\, materials\, and e-certificates of attendance. \nOnline Booking: \nWe call on Seminar participants to note that booking for is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close two hours before the training session.  Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for training sessions is mandatory.   This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events  or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone-based application that is available from google store. \nNational Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement: \nThe Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke). \nFurther requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 100\,  or via email  to marketing@icpak.com. \nWe encourage members to regularly visit our website https://www.icpak.com for updates.
URL:https://www.icpak.com/event/financial-services-sector-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Virtual Delivery
CATEGORIES:Local Seminars,Virtual Symposiums
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