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MEFMI celebrates 30 years of supporting macroeconomics

The Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI) is celebrating 30 years of supporting macroeconomic and financial management across its 15 member countries.  Kasekende
The Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI) is celebrating 30 years of supporting macroeconomic and financial management across its 15 member countries. Kasekende

The Macroeconomic and Financial Management Institute of Eastern and Southern Africa (MEFMI) is celebrating 30 years of supporting macroeconomic and financial management across its 15 member countries.

Established by senior officials from central banks and ministries of Finance, MEFMI has evolved into a significant capacity-building institution serving countries such as Botswana, Kenya, Zambia, and South Sudan.

According to officials, the institute has trained over 11,000 professionals in the region through its specialised programmes, which include the Macroeconomic Management Programme, Debt Management Programme, and Financial Sector Management Programme.

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