The Chadian capital of N'Djamena played host to the 63rd steering committee meeting of the African Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (AFROSAI) on Wednesday. The event, held at the Radisson Blu hotel, was attended by Prime Minister Allah May Haina and several government officials. The meeting coincides with the 50th anniversary of AFROSAI's founding. Chad is hosting the event as chair of the Committee for the Strengthening of Organizational Capacities (CRCO).
The meeting brings together representatives of supreme audit institutions from various African countries, as well as regional and partner organizations. The goal is to discuss ways to develop oversight work and enhance institutional cooperation among member states. Prime Minister Allah May Haina emphasized the importance of adhering to the organization's core principles, including independence, integrity, and excellence. He stressed that supreme audit institutions should serve as models for transparency, accountability, and professionalism.
The prime minister's remarks were echoed by Zahra Ibrahim Mohamed Etno, president of Chad's Court of Accounts. She called for a collective commitment to implementing decisions and respecting organizational obligations. This, she said, would contribute to the development of AFROSAI's performance and enable it to address the challenges facing audit institutions in Africa. The meeting provides an opportunity to review 50 years of joint work and assess achievements.
The event also serves as a platform to chart a new course for enhancing good governance and sound public financial management in Africa. AFROSAI's steering committee meeting is a significant event that underscores the importance of cooperation and coordination among African institutions. The goal is to build a more transparent and equitable continent, with a strong emphasis on oversight in service to citizens.
The 63rd steering committee meeting of AFROSAI will run from November 2 to 6. The event has brought together a diverse group of participants, including representatives from supreme audit institutions, regional organizations, and partner bodies. Discussions will focus on strategies for strengthening organizational capacities, enhancing cooperation, and promoting good governance.
AFROSAI was established 50 years ago, with the aim of promoting cooperation and coordination among supreme audit institutions in Africa. Over the years, the organization has played a critical role in enhancing oversight and promoting good governance on the continent. The 63rd steering committee meeting provides an opportunity to reflect on past achievements and chart a new course for the future.
The meeting in N'Djamena is a significant milestone in AFROSAI's history, marking a major step towards strengthening oversight and promoting good governance in Africa. The event has brought together key stakeholders, including government officials, audit institutions, and regional organizations. The outcome of the meeting is expected to have a positive impact on the continent's governance landscape.
Key points
- The 63rd AFROSAI steering committee meeting was attended by Prime Minister Allah May Haina and several government officials.
- The meeting marked 50 years of AFROSAI's founding and provided an opportunity to review past achievements and chart a new course.
- The event brought together representatives of supreme audit institutions from various African countries, as well as regional and partner organizations.
