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2026 International Civil Service Conference: From Reform to Results
2026 International Civil Service Conference: From Reform to Results
We returned as Diamond Partners at the second edition of the International Civil Service Conference (ICSC) in Abuja, joining public sector leaders and global partners to examine what it takes to move from reform ambition to real results.
From Conversation to Action: Inside Our 2026 Alumni Convening
From Conversation to Action: Inside Our 2026 Alumni Convening
Beyond the main stage at the 2026 International Civil Service Conference, we convened members of our alumni community, private sector stakeholders, and heads of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) for a roundtable discussion on strategies for implementing successful reforms.
Africa CEO Forum: Powering Africa’s Digital Future
Africa CEO Forum: Powering Africa’s Digital Future
Can Africa build a truly scalable digital future? At this year's Africa CEO Forum, our Executive Vice Chair, Mrs Ofovwe Aig-Imoukhuede, examined what it will take for Africa to build a digital future that delivers value for citizens.
2026 AIG PLP Call for Applications
2026 AIG PLP Call for Applications
Thousands of applications. Multiple countries. One shared goal: stronger public service. See what this year’s response to the AIG Public Leaders Programme reveals about the future of public sector leadership in Africa.
The Future of Public Sector Training: An In-Conversation Session With 2025 AIG Visiting Fellow
The Future of Public Sector Training: An In-Conversation Session With 2025 AIG Visiting Fellow
How can public sector training move from theory to real impact? In an in-conversation session with Professor Emily Jones of the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, our 2025 AIG Visiting Fellow, Mrs Funke Adepoju, presented findings from her research project on how training institutions can evolve into engines of reform and drive measurable improvements in governance.
AIG Fellowship: Enhancing Policy Implementation across Africa
AIG Fellowship: Enhancing Policy Implementation across Africa
Delivered in partnership with the Blavatnik School of Government at the University of Oxford, the fellowship creates space to step back, rethink what is possible, and turn complex policy challenges into practical solutions. Discover what the experience offers, and why it could be the next step in your leadership journey.
2025 AIG PLP Closing Ceremony
2025 AIG PLP Closing Ceremony
This month, government officials, public sector leaders and private sector bodies joined us for the Closing Ceremony of the 2025 AIG PLP, honouring the 69 participants in this programme cohort.
King’s Trust International: Expanding Opportunities for Young Africans
King’s Trust International: Expanding Opportunities for Young Africans
A new partnership is set to open doors for thousands of young Africans. Find out how this collaboration is combining global expertise and local reach to create real pathways to employment and entrepreneurship.
Celebrating Excellence: Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation Alumni Awards
Celebrating Excellence: Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation Alumni Awards
From recognising outstanding reform efforts to welcoming a new cohort into a growing network of changemakers, this year’s Closing Ceremony went beyond graduation. Discover how excellence was honoured and how the journey continues for AIG PLP alumni.
Lagos International Financial Centre: Building a Global Financial Hub
Lagos International Financial Centre: Building a Global Financial Hub
Nigeria wants to bring in more international investments, but what could this mean for the future of the nation? Our Chairman discusses the vision behind the Lagos International Financial Centre (LIFC) and how the initiative aims to position Lagos State as a gateway for global investment into Africa.
Africa’s Moment or Africa’s Test? Leadership Lessons from Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede at the AFC Retreat
Africa’s Moment or Africa’s Test? Leadership Lessons from Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede at the AFC Retreat
At the Africa Finance Corporation's 2026 Staff Retreat, our Chairman, Mr Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, CFR, shared a pragmatic perspective on Africa’s place in a shifting global order and the kind of leadership the continent needs right now.
Raising the Next Generation of Effective Public Sector Leaders: Lateef Jakande Fireside Chat
Raising the Next Generation of Effective Public Sector Leaders: Lateef Jakande Fireside Chat
Public trust is the most valuable currency for any public sector leader. Our Chairman sat with fellows of the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy to dissect this question in a candid conversation on leadership, legacy, and governance.
Strengthening Frontline Response to SGBV
Strengthening Frontline Response to SGBV
Through the Adopt-A-Healthcare Facility Programme, we partnered with Women at Risk International Foundation (WARIF) to strengthen how frontline healthcare workers in Edo State respond to cases of sexual and gender-based violence.
Apply Now: 2026 AIG Public Leaders Programme
Apply Now: 2026 AIG Public Leaders Programme
The AIG Public Leaders Programme is designed for public sector leaders committed to driving meaningful reform within their institutions. Applications for Cohort 6 are now open.
Reflections on Reform: What Our Work Reveals About 2026
Reflections on Reform: What Our Work Reveals About 2026
As we close our 2020–2025 strategic chapter, we turn our attention to what lies ahead. The lessons of the past five years are informing our thinking as we shape the next phase of our work.
The 2026 Landscape: Trends in Public Service Across Africa
The 2026 Landscape: Trends in Public Service Across Africa
2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for public service reform across the continent, influenced by digitalisation, leadership capacity, and institutional adaptability.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Public Sector Leaders
Inspiring the Next Generation of Public Sector Leaders
From equipping civil servants with digital capabilities to enrolling new cohorts of reform-minded leaders, we strengthened public sector capacity at scale, equipping over 1,000 public servants across Africa in leadership, digital skills, policy development, and reform implementation.
Supporting Civil Service Reform
Supporting Civil Service Reform
In 2025, we deepened our support for civil service reform by strengthening systems, building practical skills, and expanding public service professionalism in partnership with public sector reform champions.
Improving Access to Quality Primary Healthcare
Improving Access to Quality Primary Healthcare
Our work in primary healthcare helped drive real, measurable improvements in health outcomes, brought quality health services to tens of thousands of underserved Nigerians, and boosted immunisation, maternal care, and disease treatment in rural communities.
Activating Our Alumni for Public Sector Impact
Activating Our Alumni for Public Sector Impact
We deepened our investment in the public servants who make up our growing alumni community, supporting them to turn knowledge, networks, and leadership skills into measurable impact within their organisations and sectors.