Organisers: Ms. Victoria Elangwa Executive Secretary, APS-HRMnet Mr. Fadhili Mitimingi Focal Person - APS-HRMnet Mr. Moses Kamara Ag. Deputy Director, Human Resource Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation APS-HRMnet, Sierra Leone
10th Annual APS-HRMnet Conference (2025)
Introduction & Background
Governments worldwide need skilled and ethical human resources to achieve national, regional, and global development goals. The African Public Sector Human Resource Managers’ Network (APS-HRMnet) was established to professionalize human resource management across Africa’s public services and ensure effective, efficient, and innovative service delivery to citizens. In today’s rapidly changing environment, resilient governance, digital transformation, and inclusive HR practices are critical.
The 2025 Conference theme — “Human Resource Management and Development in Public Service: A Catalyst for Africa Agenda 2063” — underlines HR’s central role in delivering the continent’s aspirations.
APS-HRMnet Structure
Members’ Assembly – highest decision-making body for sharing insights and setting strategy.
Executive Council – implements decisions and strategic plans.
Secretariat – manages daily operations, communications and supports national focal points.
The Network promotes training, knowledge exchange, ICT use, and implementation of the Africa Charter on Values of Public Service to modernize HR across Africa.
Human Resource Management & Agenda 2063
Historically, HRM in African public services was undervalued, focusing on routine administration rather than strategic leadership. Reforms since 2007–2009 (AGF7, AAPAM, Arusha Workshop) recognised HR as key to institutional capacity.
Professional HRM is essential to deliver Agenda 2063. The focus areas include:
Building a Capable Public Service (merit-based recruitment, retention, capacity-building).
Good Governance & Accountability (performance management, ethical leadership, transparency).
Innovation & Digital Transformation (e-governance, readiness for the Fourth Industrial Revolution).
Inclusive, Gender-Responsive Workforce (women in leadership, youth employment, diversity).
Regional Integration (cross-border mobility, mutual learning and knowledge sharing).
History
APS-HRMnet was endorsed at AAPAM’s 30th Roundtable Conference (Accra, 2008) and launched in Arusha (2009).
Sierra Leone’s HRM evolution moved from colonial rules to a modern HRMO-led framework with biometric payroll, HR Hub, performance management, gender equality laws, and a new Public Service Academy. Hosting the 2025 Conference reflects Sierra Leone’s leadership in HR professionalisation and reform.
Conference Justification
The 10th Annual Conference strengthens:
HR capacity, ethics and leadership skills.
ICT and digital HR systems.
Membership expansion and financial sustainability.
It offers workshops, case studies, and networking to empower HR Managers as change agents across Africa and to generate practical recommendations for governments.
Major Themes & Sub-Themes
1. Governance, Resilience & Service Delivery
Crisis-proof institutions and resilient governance.
Performance management systems.
Citizen-centred services.
2. Innovation in Digital & Data-Driven HR
Technology advancements and HR innovation.
Digital transformation and e-HRM.
HR analytics for evidence-based decisions.
3. Inclusive & Future-Ready Workforce
Future-ready strategies and leadership pipelines.
Youth talent development and succession planning.
Diversity, gender equality and green public service competencies.
4. Partnerships & Sustainability
Aligning HR with Agenda 2030 and 2063.
Sustainable development and public-private partnerships.
Expected Outcomes
Advanced HR leadership skills and stronger ethical governance.
Increased ICT integration and digital transformation.
Strengthened strategic positioning of HR Managers.
Expanded APS-HRMnet membership and collaboration.
Improved financial sustainability.
Policy recommendations and best-practice dissemination for resilient governance.
Participants & Partners
Participants include government ministries, training institutions, and development partners such as:
UNDESA, CAFRAD, UCLGA, AAPAM, APRM, ACBF and other continental and international organisations.
Venue & Dates
4–6 November 2025 at Freetown International Conference Centre (FICC), Bintumani, Sierra Leone.
Call for Papers
Submissions aligning with the conference theme:
Abstracts (250–300 words) due 12 Sept 2025.
Full papers due 12 Oct 2025.
Final papers due 26 Oct 2025.
All papers to follow APA style.
Working Languages
English
French
Portuguese
Arabic
Registration & Fees
Register online at www.apshrmnet.org
:
International participants – USD 500
Host Country participants – USD 400
Annual Subscription – USD 100
Payment via Stanbic Bank (proof required at entry).
Logistics
Visa, hotel, and transfer information will be available on the APS-HRMnet website closer to the event.
Conference Secretariat Contacts
Ms. Victoria Elangwa – Executive Secretary (+255 735 312199 / +255 767 312199)
Mr. Fadhili Mitimingi – Focal Person (+255 767 590609)
Mr. Moses Kamara – Ag. Deputy Director HR, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Sierra Leone (+232 77225537 / +232 79334417)
Summing Up
The 2025 APS-HRMnet Annual Conference in Freetown will deepen understanding of HR leadership in driving resilient, innovative governance. By addressing these themes, it aims to prepare public institutions to meet future challenges and deliver effective, citizen-centred services across Africa.
These are our partners: The Africa Public Sector Human Resource Practitioners Network (APS HRP-Net)
