Strategic Public Procurement & Auditing Masterclass
Phase 1: August 18-21, 2025
Location: London, United Kingdom
Phase 2: December 7-13, 2025
Location: Atlanta, United States
Rationale & Overview
Across Africa, persistent challenges such as fragmented, manual procurement systems, inadequate contract management processes, weak internal controls, and limited visibility into spending continue to undermine national development priorities, inflate lifecycle project costs, and erode public trust. Recent analyses by the African Development Bank and World Bank
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Why Attend?
By attending this Masterclass, you will:
- Strengthen Procurement Governance: Build robust controls and compliance systems that meet global standards, enhancing transparency and trust.
- Advance Digital Procurement: Master AI, blockchain, and automation tools to drive faster, smarter, and more secure procurement processes.
- Maximise Savings and Supplier Value: Use data analytics and category strategies to cut waste, reduce off-contract spend, and secure better outcomes from suppliers.
- Integrate ESG and Sustainability: Embed green and social criteria in procurement decisions to meet ESG targets and unlock international funding opportunities.
- Lead Strategic Projects: Equip yourself and your team to manage complex contracts, mitigate risks, and deliver lasting reforms.
Course Objectives
Phase 1: United Kingdom, London (August 18 – 24, 2025)
London, home to one of the most respected parliamentary systems, offers African legislators an unparalleled opportunity to engage directly with members of the UK House of Lords and House of Commons. Participants will gain insights into parliamentary scrutiny, budget accountability, and policy evaluation through exclusive sessions with UK legislators. This phase will also feature case studies on committee effectiveness, legislative investigations, and oversight mechanisms, equipping attendees with practical tools for legislative impact. Additionally, discussions on ethical governance and democratic principles will provide a deeper understanding of the institutional frameworks that uphold one of the world’s most established democracies.
Phase 2: Georgia State Capitol, Atlanta (December 7 – 13, 2025)
Atlanta’s Georgia State Capitol presents a dynamic platform for exploring legislative efficiency at the state level, where governance is closely tied to citizen engagement and fiscal responsibility. In this phase, participants will engage directly with Georgia State legislators to examine budget planning, policy implementation, and governance oversight. The program will also offer real-world lessons on executive-legislative relations, legislative research, and transparent financial management. A key focus will be on fiscal responsibility models that drive sustainable development and accountability, providing participants with actionable strategies to enhance governance effectiveness in their home countries.
This Masterclass is a must-attend for forward-thinking legislative leaders aiming to refine their oversight capabilities, strengthen policymaking expertise, and drive impactful governance reforms in their respective countries.
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Who Should Attend?
This programme is tailored for:
- Policymakers, Permanent Secretaries & Heads of MDAs and SOEs
- Directors, Deputy Directors & Department Heads
- Chief Procurement Officers, Heads of Procurement & Tender Committees
- Internal Auditors, Compliance & Risk Officers, Accountants
- Project Managers, Engineers & Contract Managers
- Quality Control Officers, Logistics & Store Managers overseeing major public investments
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Programme Methodology
Delivered by experts, the Masterclass adopts an interactive, executive learning approach, combining:
- Scenario-based workshops & simulations
- Real-world case studies
- Forensic auditing & compliance exercises
- Peer-led strategy sessions
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Programme Objectives
This high-impact Masterclass will:
- Strengthen parliamentary oversight by improving committee systems, technical research support, and policy analysis.
- Enhance budget review and monitoring to ensure fiscal discipline and transparency in public spending.
- Improve legislative drafting skills to streamline lawmaking and avoid excessive legal complexities.
- Boost inter-parliamentary collaboration through peer-learning sessions with UK and US lawmakers.
- Develop leadership and governance competencies for more effective legislative engagement with the executive and the public.
- Explore best practices for constituency development and responsive representation.
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Programme Curriculum
- Effective Lawmaking & Legislative Procedures – Streamlining lawmaking for efficiency.
- Budget Oversight & Fiscal Accountability – Strengthening financial scrutiny mechanisms.
- Parliamentary Research & Policy Analysis – Enhancing evidence-based policymaking.
- Constituency Development & Public Engagement – Bridging governance and citizen expectations.
- Ethics, Transparency & Anti-Corruption Strategies – Promoting legislative integrity.
- Executive-Legislative Relations & Governance Stability – Balancing checks and collaboration.
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Key Highlights & Benefits
- Knowledge Exchange & Peer Learning – Engage with UK House of Lords and US legislators on best practices in parliamentary governance.
- Legislative Study Tour – Visit the UK House of Lords & Georgia State Capitol, gaining firsthand insights into legislative operations.
- High-Level Networking – Connect with policymakers, governance experts, and legislative peers for long-term collaboration.
- Exclusive Engagement with Georgia State Governor – A rare opportunity to understand state-level governance and executive-legislative relations in the US.
- Exposure to Constituency Development Strategies – Study impactful models of constituency engagement and social impact projects.
This transformative Masterclass presents a rare opportunity for African legislators to acquire cutting-edge knowledge, enhance governance effectiveness, and elevate Africa’s legislative landscape.
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Registration fees:
US$2,850 (Two Thousand Eight Hundred and Fifty US Dollars), per person
This fee covers:
- Access to the Masterclass led by experienced facilitators and industry experts
- Certificate of Participation, comprehensive training materials, and souvenirs
- Lunch and refreshments throughout the event
- Exclusive city tour and sightseeing experiences
- Special gift bag, including a Samsung Tablet
Exclusive Corporate Discount Offer:
- Early Confirmation Bonus: Confirm your participation by 8 June 2025 to receive a 5% discount on registration fees.
- Group Advantage: Register a delegation of 5 or more participants from your organization and enjoy a 10% discount on the registration fees. A one-page feature in the September 2025 edition of African Leadership Magazine, with an option for either an exclusive interview, which will be conducted during the programme, or an organizational profile.
- Maximized Savings: Register a delegation of 10 or more participants and unlock a 15% discount for your team.
To inquire about availability, rates, and additional services, please contact our dedicated events team at events.@africanleadership.co.uk or visit our website for more details.
Pricing
Select an individual ticket or reserve a table of ten and bring your colleagues to maximize your time at the event.
Sponsors & Partners
About the African Leadership Magazine:
The African Leadership Organisation, publishers of the African Leadership Magazine, is a diversified company committed to building inclusive futures for Africans, by developing an ecosystem of bespoke solutions, platforms, and opportunities for connections that creates sustainable value for all stakeholders. The Organisation also facilitates training and workshops for high-level employees of various public and private sector organizations across Africa.
For confirmation and registration, additional information or assistance with accommodation, please email elaikwu@africanleadership.co.uk or call +44 23 9265 8276.
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