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AML Training for Financial Professionals in Malawi

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In a bid to strengthen financial institutions’ compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, Skills For Africa Training Institute has launched an AML training course specifically designed for board members and senior management of financial institutions in Malawi.

Course Objectives


The training program aims to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the AML Risk Control Framework, enabling them to effectively exercise their oversight responsibilities. The five pillars of AML compliance will be covered:

  • Establishing a culture of compliance
  • Written policies and procedures
  • Designated BSA compliance officers
  • Employee training programs
  • Independent testing of BSA/AML programs

Course Content


The course will also cover topics such as:

  • Cooperating with law enforcement
  • Investigations initiated by financial institutions and law enforcement agencies
  • International cooperation
  • The cost of compliance

Participants will learn how to identify vulnerabilities to money laundering, tighten controls, and respond to compliance failures.

Benefits for Board Members


Board members who participate in this course can benefit from:

  • Enhanced personal liability protection
  • Improved governance
  • Better risk management practices

The training is designed to be practical and interactive, with a mix of theory, group works, case studies, and real-life examples.

Course Details


The 10-day course will be conducted at Skills For Africa Training Institute and is open to:

  • Board members
  • Senior management
  • Compliance personnel
  • Legal teams
  • Designated directors/compliance officers of financial institutions in Malawi

The training fee covers tuition fees, training materials, lunch, and training venue.

Registration Information


For more information or to register for the course, please contact:

training@skillsforafrica.org

“We believe that this training program will significantly enhance the AML capabilities of financial institutions in Malawi, ultimately contributing to a safer and more stable financial system,” said a spokesperson for Skills For Africa Training Institute.