2023-08-24
The Regional Council for Public Savings and Financial Markets (CREPMF) of the West African Monetary Union issued Instruction No. 061/2020 to establish comprehensive internal control system (ICS) requirements for approved regional financial market actors. The regulation mandates that entities implement a risk-based ICS framework encompassing defined governance roles, clear separation of duties, robust audit trails, and a three-line defense model. It further stipulates the designation, independence, and reporting obligations of the Head of Internal Control to ensure ongoing compliance, effective risk management, and transparent financial operations.