The Auditor General’s Office has unveiled a new strategic plan that will guide the institution’s work over the next four years, outlining key priorities aimed at strengthening public sector auditing and enhancing accountability across government institutions.
The Strategic Plan 2026–2029 was officially launched by President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu during the closing ceremony of the Small Island Developing States (SIDS) Supreme Audit Institutions Symposium held in AA. Ukulhas.
According to the Auditor General’s Office, the strategy has been developed to modernise the institution while improving its ability to deliver high-quality, independent audits that support transparency and responsible management of public resources.
Speaking at the launch, Auditor General Hussain Niyazy described the plan as a forward-looking framework designed with the country’s long-term interests in mind.
He said the strategy seeks to deliver greater value to the public by strengthening the office’s oversight role and adapting to emerging challenges facing public institutions.
Among the key priorities outlined in the four-year roadmap are improving the assessment of public debt management, expanding audits related to environmental and climate issues, and evaluating the effectiveness of public policies and government programmes.
The strategy also introduces a stronger emphasis on specialised audits, including forensic investigations and information systems audits, reflecting the increasing complexity of public financial management and digital governance.
In addition, the Auditor General’s Office plans to enhance staff capacity, increase the use of technology in audit processes and adopt more advanced auditing methodologies aligned with international standards.
Niyazy said collaboration with government agencies, international partners and other stakeholders will also be strengthened as the institution works to improve public sector accountability and governance.
As the country’s independent external audit institution, the Auditor General’s Office plays a central role in reviewing the use of public funds by government ministries, state-owned enterprises and other public bodies. Its findings are intended to promote transparency, strengthen financial discipline and improve confidence in public institutions.
The launch of the new strategic plan comes as public audit institutions worldwide continue to broaden their focus beyond traditional financial audits, placing greater emphasis on areas such as sustainability, digital transformation, governance and value for money in the delivery of public services.