The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Rwanda (ICPAR), in partnership with the UK-based ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants), on March 5, 2026, unveiled a report detailing how Rwandan organizations are adopting sustainable environmental management practices in the financial sector.
The report was prepared by the Sustainability Working Group Africa (SWGA).
It highlights how companies are implementing International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) guidelines, identifies challenges and opportunities, and shares lessons from early adopters to encourage wider adoption.
ICPAR CEO Amin Miramago said the report will help accountants produce accurate and meaningful sustainability reports, emphasizing the need for collaboration across professions. “Measuring environmental impact requires engineers and other experts. Accountants cannot do it alone. It is a complex but necessary process to protect our planet for future generations,” he said.
Christine Uwamahoro, a member of ICPAR’s sustainability committee, added that the report will guide accountants in preparing sustainability-focused financial reports in line with ISSB and ESG standards.
The report cites contributions from institutions such as BRD, I&M Bank Rwanda, and East Africa Power Rwanda, demonstrating Rwanda’s growing commitment to sustainable finance.
ICPAR plays a key role in strengthening professional capacity for sustainable financial reporting, supporting Rwanda’s goal of promoting transparent and accountable business practices.
The SWGA initiative was created through a partnership between ACCA and the Pan African Federation of Accountants (PAFA) to enhance sustainability reporting across Africa.
