That’s a wrap on INCOSAI 2025!
After an action-packed week of discussions, knowledge sharing and global collaboration, the INTOSAI Development Initiative (IDI) delegation concluded INCOSAI 2025 with several inspiring highlights for the public auditing world.

Celebrating SAI Auditors Across the SAI Community

INCOSAI 2025 shone a spotlight on individuals driving meaningful transformation within their Supreme Audit Institutions:

• Equal Futures Audit Changemaker Strategy Award
  Arta Kryeziu Qehaja (SAI Kosovo) was recognised for her outstanding leadership in developing an audit strategy that thoughtfully integrates equality and inclusion considerations across SAI audit work.
• SAI Young Leaders Transformative Award
  David Kamanza (SAI Kenya) received the award for successfully implementing his change strategy, “Mentoring a Data Champion.”
• ISAI Young Leaders Innovative Award
  Mohamed Ibrahim Jaleel (SAI Maldives) was honoured for his creative and forward-looking idea, “Enhancing Environmental Auditing of SAI Maldives,” demonstrating bold thinking in climate and environmental oversight.

Strengthening Global Dialogue and Partnerships

Throughout the week, the IDI engaged in rich conversations with partners and SAI delegates. Key moments included:

• Presenting insights and findings from the Global Project for SAI Independence
• Endorsement of the new version of SAI PMF
• Launching the Climate Change Adaptation Actions (CCAA) Global Report in collaboration with INTOSAI WGEA
• Participating in a high-level panel with the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA) highlighting the critical role of SAIs in auditing the SDGs

These exchanges reinforced the global momentum for stronger institutions, better governance, and more accountable public service.

A Milestone for Professionalisation: PESA Recognised

The Congress passed a motion recognising PESA as a valuable qualification for the INTOSAI community. The week also marked a major milestone with the launch of PESA in Arabic, expanding access and strengthening professional education opportunities for public sector auditors across the Arabic-speaking world. PESA is one step closer to being available to every SAI auditor, everywhere!

The IDI Booth: A Hub for Connection

The IDI booth served as a vibrant meeting point throughout the Congress. The team welcomed colleagues, partners, and delegates who stopped by to connect, engage, and explore our latest initiatives.

Looking Ahead

After reconnecting with the INTOSAI community, sharing ideas and meaningful dialogue, IDI is grateful to the INCOSAI organisers for an excellent and productive week. The team has a renewed energy and sense of purpose, and is looking forward to INCOSAI 2028.

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Source: INTOSAI Journal of Government Auditing, INTOSAI WGEA and IDI