Stand-Alone Bilateral Projects
Guided by its 2023–2027 Strategic Plan and strengthened by the Audit Law No 14/2023, OAGS operates independently to audit federal entities and report directly to Parliament and the President.
OAGS aims to deliver high-quality audits that enhance public accountability and strengthen governance systems across Somalia. While OAGS has made meaningful progress, it continues to face several challenges, including limited staff capacity, the absence of a systematic mechanism for following up on audit findings and recommendations, constrained budgetary resources, and persistent political instability, civil conflict, and security concerns. To strengthen its institutional capacity and performance, SAI Somalia is partnering with the INTOSAI Development Initiative (IDI) and AFROSAI-E under a Cooperation Agreement for 2025–2027, supported by funding from the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs through the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Nairobi.
INTOSAI REGION: AFROSAI-E
KEY COMPONENTS OF SUPPORT
C1. Improved Audit Quality
SAI Somalia is committed to strengthening audit quality through the adoption of ISSAI-compliant methodologies. Under the 2025–2027 peer support project, the focus will be on developing a robust annual audit plan, providing on-the-job support for financial, compliance, and forensic audits, and enhancing staff professionalism through training, workshops, and certification programmes. Additional support will be provided to strengthen quality assurance and control processes, as well as the follow-up of audit recommendations.
C2. Internal Governance
This component aims to strengthen SAI Somalia’s overall performance and change management processes. Support will include on-the-job guidance in strategic management, the mid-term review process, and the development of a new strategic plan. It will also cover capacity building for the internal audit function and the establishment of a Quality Management System in line with ISSAI 140.
C3. Stakeholder Engagement
SAI Somalia seeks to enhance its engagement with key stakeholders—including Parliament, MDAs, and the media—through regular, structured, and effective communication and collaboration.
C4. SAI Independence and Effective Resourcing
Support under this component will be provided upon request from OAGS, focusing on strengthening institutional independence and ensuring adequate resourcing to fulfil its mandate effectively.
C5. Project Management
This component aims to establish structured project management routines to strengthen coordination and delivery of programme activities. The objective is to ensure broad staff participation, promote gender inclusion, and continuously improve the quality and impact of the support provided.
TESTIMONIALS
We have a unique opportunity to turn this commitment into practical results that will strengthen our institution, enhance accountability, and deliver real value for citizens. I am confident that with the spirit of collaboration and professionalism that has brought us here, we will succeed in making this cooperation both meaningful and impactful.
SAI SOMALIA IN ACTION
FUNDING AND IMPLEMENTATION PARTNERS
KEY DOCUMENTS
IDI MANAGERS
Muhammad Wahyudi
SAI Governance Department
Angelica Ndungu
SAI Governance Department