Harare to host forensic conference

up-to-date training on financial fraud at the Harare International Conference Centre.
The conference is scheduled to run from June 13-15 under the theme “Fighting Fraud/Corruption and Money Laundering in Africa Using Investigative skills.”
Vice President Joice Mujuru is expected to be the guest of honour at the event, which is designed to equip delegates and organisations with skills and techniques to effectively fight fraud. Proctor and Associates Fraud Advisory senior partner Mr Proctor Nyemba said the conference would help people obtain essential forensic accounting skills.
“This intensive three-day conference will help individuals and organisations obtain the fundamental and specialised forensic accounting skills that are required for the effective fight against fraud and corruption in corporations and governments in today’s world.
“They will get a better understanding of the issues, tools and resources needed for forensic accounting and financial investigations,” said Mr Nyemba.
The international conference will also offer an opportunity to network with some of the most influential authorities and industry experts from various organisations in Zimbabwe as well as outside.
Keynote speakers expected at the conference are Mr Proctor Nyemba, Zaoga co-founder Dr Eunor Guti, Institute of Directors Zimbabwe executive director Mr Edward Siwela and Ernst & Young senior partner Mr Nqaba Mkwananzi. Regional speakers include a representative of Forensic Certified Public Accountants Society in Africa Mr Soothnes Bichanga, Voscon managing director Mr Danny Myburgh, Voscon managing partner Professor Theo Joseph, Investigative Software Solution senior manager Mr Gilchrist Mushwana and Birzeit Consulting founder Mr Mohammed Masoud.
Government officials, chief executives, executive directors and general managers of different organisations are also expected to attend the conference.