International Webinar – Islamic Banking in the WAEMU Zone: State of Play, Regulatory Challenges and Growth Prospects
July 18 @ 9:00 am - 11:00 am

International Webinar: Islamic Banking in the WAEMU Zone – State of Play, Regulatory Challenges and Growth Prospects
The Malian Association for the Emergence of Islamic Finance (AMEFI) invites Islamic finance professionals, academics, regulators, and students to an international webinar examining the current state of Islamic banking across the WAEMU region. The session will explore regulatory developments, governance issues, and future growth opportunities for the industry.
Why This Event Matters
As Islamic finance continues to expand across West Africa, understanding the regulatory landscape and the challenges facing Islamic banking institutions has become increasingly important. This webinar offers practical insights into governance, compliance, and the future development of Islamic finance within the WAEMU region.
Who Should Attend
- Islamic banking professionals
- Regulators and policymakers
- Shariah governance practitioners
- Compliance and risk management professionals
- Academics and researchers
- Students of Islamic finance
- Anyone interested in Islamic finance development in West Africa
Event Details
- Event: International Webinar – Islamic Banking in the WAEMU Zone: State of Play, Regulatory Challenges and Growth Prospects
- Date: Saturday, 18 July 2026
- Time: 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM GMT
- Platform: Zoom
- Format: Online Webinar
- Registration Fee: Free
Speaker
- Moderator & Presenter: Mr. Ahmed Sidi Ibrahim Mazou, Director of Compliance and Permanent Control, Islamic Bank of Niger (BIN), Islamic finance consultant and trainer, and member of several Shariah Compliance Boards.
Key Highlights
- Current landscape of Islamic banking in the WAEMU region
- Regulatory and compliance challenges
- Governance and risk management considerations
- Growth prospects for Islamic finance in West Africa
- Expert perspectives from an experienced Islamic finance practitioner

