CIPS GHANA

Ethics is at the heart of professional procurement!

🌟The CIPS Ethics Test is a mandatory assessment designed to ensure members understand and commit to the ethical standards set by the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.

🌟It reinforces the importance of acting with integrity, addressing ethical risks, and making responsible decisions across the supply chain.

🌟The test is required for membership upgrades and is free for CIPS members.

🌟Members can access the test by logging into their MyCIPS account and navigating to My Learning on the dashboard. (New members should allow up to 48 hours for the test to appear.)

🌟Beyond renewing ethical certification, members are encouraged to uphold ethical values in their daily practices.

📘Take the CIPS Ethics Test and strengthen your commitment to ethical procurement.

How are you promoting ethical standards within your organisation?

💡 The future of procurement is digital!
Did you know that procurement is rapidly evolving with digital tools, AI, and data analytics?

CIPS highlights how digital transformation helps procurement professionals make smarter decisions, reduce risk, and increase efficiency across supply chains. 🌐📊

By embracing technology, procurement leaders in West Africa can unlock new opportunities, improve transparency, and make a real impact on business.

🔗 To learn more about modern procurement, visit our intelligence platform: https://www.cips.org/knowledge/procurement-topics/

CIPS West Africa was warmly welcomed by the Ghana Institution of Surveyors for a productive engagement last week, where we met with esteemed executives of the body. Mrs. Stella Addo, General Manager of CIPS West Africa, led insightful discussions focused on strengthening both practices for excellence.

Key opportunities were identified in capacity building, promoting ethical standards, and enhancing value delivery across Ghana’s built environment.

An opportunity to also benefit from rich technical skills transfer, and competence building in Works & Services Procurement for procurement professionals.

We look forward to building a strong partnership that delivers lasting impact.🤝🏿

During his recent visit to Ghana, Mr. Sam Achampong, CIPS Director for the Middle East, Africa & Asia Pacific, engaged senior procurement leaders at a breakfast meeting held at the Kempinski Gold Coast City Hotel, Accra, to drive an important conversation on strengthening procurement leadership influence in Ghana.

Hosted by CIPS West Africa, the session brought together key voices in the profession to reflect on the evolving role of procurement in national development. Mrs. Stella Addo, General Manager of CIPS West Africa, set the context by emphasizing the urgency of building stronger leadership capacity and positioning procurement as a strategic function within organizations.

In his strategic address, Mr. Achampong challenged leaders to elevate their impact, moving beyond operational efficiency to delivering measurable value, influencing executive decision-making, and shaping policy direction. His message reinforced the need for procurement professionals to lead with confidence, capability, and a clear understanding of business outcomes.

The dialogue that followed sparked insightful discussions around leadership challenges,capability gaps, and the future of procurement in Ghana. Participants also explored how CIPS can continue to support both leaders and institutions in building a more resilient and influential procurement community.

The engagement concluded with a shared commitment to sustained collaboration and practical next steps toward strengthening procurement leadership across Ghana.

🌐 Discover CIPS Connect – Our Online Community!

CIPS Connect is the place where procurement and supply professionals from around the world come together to learn, share, support and grow. 🌟

Whether you’re looking to ask questions, share insights, join discussions or find advice from peers and experts, CIPS Connect gives you a friendly, active space to stay engaged and develop your career.

Join the conversation, expand your network and tap into the collective knowledge of the global procurement community! 🤝✨

✅Benefits of CIPS Membership

Joining CIPS equips and supports you from qualification to leadership, helping you gain recognition, grow your skills, and advance your career.

🌟Expertise & Intelligence – Access resources, insights, webinars, and training to stay current and perform at your best.(https://www.cips.org/intelligence-hub)

🌟Support & Guidance – Use tools, networking, and mentoring to assess your skills, plan your next steps, and grow confidently.

🌟Career Progression – Boost your career with CPD, salary insights, job opportunities, and expert advice. (https://www.cips.org/membership/benefits/cpd)

🌟Community & Connection – Network globally, join events, and collaborate with like-minded professionals. (https://community.cips.org/) Stay tuned for more insights next week!

🌟 Credibility & Recognition – Show your commitment to ethics and professional standards, and enhance your career with MCIPS status. (https://www.cips.org/membership/benefits/ethics-test)

Renew your membership every year to ensure your name is in the CIPS Global Register. 🎉

CIPS May 2026 Exam Series📌📌📌

The booking window for the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) May 2026 exams is open!

📝Booking Window: 24th March - 14th April 2026

✅Objective Response (OR) Exams: 11th - 15th May 2026

✅Constructed Response (CR) Exams: 19th - 20th May 2026

Candidates are encouraged to book early through their MyCIPS portal and begin preparing ahead of the exam period.

Good luck to all students sitting the May series!🎉

CIPS Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for its Members.

💡It is a mandatory requirement by CIPS that its members have at least 30 hours of CPD in a rolling 12-month period to keep their skills and knowledge up to date. Activities can be structured (courses, eLearning, workshops) or unstructured (reading, research, on-the-job learning).

💡CPD is required for application for Chartered Status and helps you respond competently to changes in business, organizational needs, or client requirements.

💡Through your MyCIPS Learning platform, you can easily record activities, reflect on your learning, and track your progress.

In light of the recently celebrated International Women’s Day, we celebrate the remarkable women shaping procurement and
supply chain leadership across West Africa.
We are especially proud of our General Manager, Mrs. Stella Addo, whose leadership at CIPS West Africa reflects the impact women are making in advancing professional excellence.
Your expertise, resilience, and innovation continue to strengthen organisations and drive sustainable growth across our region.
This month, we would like to honour all women in procurement: those leading, mentoring, innovating, and transforming the profession.
Tag a woman in procurement who inspires you!💪🏾👏🏾🎊

Happy Independence Day, Ghana!
May this day inspire continued unity, progress and prosperity for the nation.