CSCS to host annual conference for Africa, Middle East
The Central Securities Clearing System PLC is set to host the annual conference of the Africa and Middle East Depositories Association in Lagos.
CSCS, in a statement on Tuesday, said that the event will be held under the theme ‘Shaping the Future: Financial Markets & Infrastructures as Catalysts for Transforming Economies.’
The CSCS serves as the central depository for equities, commercial papers, corporate bonds, sub-national bonds, certain sovereign bonds (such as the FGN Sukuk and the FGN Savings Bond), equity-traded funds, real estate investment trusts, mutual funds and commodities.
The AMEDA Conference has long been recognised as a premier platform for fostering collaboration among Central Securities Depositories and Clearing Houses in the region.
President of AMEDA, Abdulla Jaffar Abdin, noted, “The AMEDA Conference has always been a cornerstone for industry knowledge-sharing and fostering cooperation among market infrastructure providers. As we gather in Lagos, we look forward to engaging in productive discussions that will not only shape the future of our industry but also strengthen the financial ecosystems in our respective regions.”
As one of the leading capital market infrastructure providers in Africa, CSCS remains committed to enhancing market efficiency, security, and innovation. Since joining AMEDA, CSCS has played a crucial role in advocating for best practices and driving collaboration across financial markets in Africa and the Middle East.
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of CSCS, who also serves as the Vice President of AMEDA, Haruna Jalo-Waziri, emphasised the importance of the conference in fostering innovation and market resilience.
“It is a great honour for CSCS to host the AMEDA Conference 2025 in Lagos. The financial markets in Africa and the Middle East are undergoing rapid transformation, and this event provides a critical platform for stakeholders to exchange ideas, explore opportunities, and chart a course for the future. At CSCS, we believe in the power of collaboration to drive sustainable growth, and we are excited to welcome industry leaders from across the region to Nigeria for this landmark event,” he said.
Key focus areas will include regulatory developments, advancements in financial market infrastructure, and the role of emerging technologies in enhancing efficiency and security within the sector.
