AAPAM's contribution to public sector development and reform in Africa

Abstract

The African Association of Public Administration and Management (AAPAM) plays a pivotal role in enhancing public sector management across Africa. Established in 1971, AAPAM aims to promote excellence in public management, which is crucial for the socio-economic development of African nations. The association fosters professionalization in public administration, facilitates the exchange of ideas, and encourages research and publications in the field. AAPAM's origins trace back to a 1962 seminar in Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, where top officials from various African countries convened to discuss the transition from colonial to national service. This initiative led to a series of annual seminars that focused on practical challenges faced by civil services in newly independent states.