The International Association of Schools and Institutes of Administration (IASIA), the specialized entity of the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS), is pleased to welcome two new members from Africa: the Ministère de la Transition Numérique et de la Réforme de l'Administration from Morocco and the Centre Africain de Management Public (CAMPC) from Cote d'Ivoire.
Their membership is a testament to their commitment to excellence in public administration and their desire to collaborate with international partners to address global challenges.
Ministère de la Transition Numérique et de la Réforme de l'Administration (Morocco):
The Ministère de la Transition Numérique et de la Réforme de l'Administration (MTNRA) is responsible for digital transformation and administrative reform in Morocco.
The ministry plays a vital role in driving innovation and modernization in the country's public administration. Its inclusion in IASIA and IIAS underscores its dedication to leveraging digital technologies for improved service delivery, transparency, and efficiency.
Centre Africain de Management Public (CAMPC) (Cote d'Ivoire):
CAMPC is a leading institution in Cote d'Ivoire, dedicated to promoting excellence in public management.
It offers training, research, and consultancy services to public sector professionals, contributing to the country's capacity-building efforts.
CAMPC's membership in IASIA/IIAS highlights its commitment to fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing in the field of public administration in Africa.
Both institutions bring unique perspectives and experiences to the global community of public governance scholars and practitioners, and their membership will enrich the dialogue on key issues facing the public sector today. As IASIA/IIAS members, they will have access to a wide range of resources, including conferences, publications, and networking opportunities, to support their ongoing efforts to improve public governance research, education, and practice in their respective countries and beyond.
The new members from Morocco and Cote d'Ivoire represent a significant step forward for IASIA and IIAS as they continue to expand their global footprint and promote excellence in public administration worldwide. The organizations look forward to collaborating with the Ministère de la Transition Numérique et de la Réforme de l'Administration and CAMPC to advance the field and address the complex challenges facing public administration in the 21st century.
The International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) actively participated in the 24th session of the United Nations Committee of Experts on Public Administration (CEPA), held in New York from 7 to 11 April 2025. This year’s session was centered on the theme "Governance and institutional perspectives on advancing sustainable, inclusive, science and evidence-based solutions for the SDGs."
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