Formed in 1990, ICAN is the leading Namibian Professional Accounting body in Namibia. It’s mission is to develop & uphold professional competency, standards, ethics and integrity. The objectives and responsibilities of ICAN are to promote the common interest of persons carrying on the accountancy profession throughout Namibia, adopt and promulgate accounting standards in the jurisdiction, implement initial professional development requirements for its members, conduct professional examinations and establish continuing professional development and ethical requirements for its members.

ICAN is a member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) and Pan African Federation of Accountants (PAFA)