PKF limited deepens industry expertise with global coverage in Africa

PKF International Limited as part of it drive to deepen its global coverage has announced the admission of KLSA Associates as a member firm in Tanzania.

KLSA Associates’ that which has expertise in audit and assurance, accounting, tax and business advisory also has significant industry expertise in agriculture, the financial sector, retail, energy, tourism and telecommunication services, engineering, aid donor and government services.

Strong growth in Tanzania’s natural resources and tourism sector (gold, oil, gas and hotels) has led to PKF responding to client demands for sector expertise by expanding its global presence in Tanzania.

Tajudeen Akande, PKF Nigeria Senior Partner, welcomed the new member firm, saying it would further encourage uniformity of standard audit and advisory services for multinationals expanding tentacles across Africa. The new entry will also enhance Africa regional cooperation and integration, especially in areas of financial advisory, IT infrastructure and IFRS.

In joining the PKF International network, KLSA Associates will be able to tap into shared global resources and expertise to better serve client needs.

Mustansir Gulamhussein, Managing Partner of KLSA Associates says: “PKF is a respected and widely recognised brand in global accountancy and this key strategic move reflects the growing importance of supporting our clients as they expand internationally. High quality work and impeccable ethics in all our dealings with clients, colleagues and stakeholders characterise our values and culture. We combine this with a deliberately informal tone and a staff make-up of dynamic rounded individuals with a positive attitude and lifestyle. PKF is a great fit for us.”

PKF International CEO, John Sim, said “We are really pleased to welcome KLSA Associates to the PKF family as we continue to expand and strengthen the PKF brand. KLSA Associates fits well with our culture and value proposition of Quality with Integrity, and also meets our strategic objective of global coverage with quality firms. The admission of KLSA Associates further strengthens our significant African footprint, allowing us to better serve clients in the important Tanzanian commercial center”.

 KELECHI EWUZIE