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Building Stronger Accountability Where It’s Needed Most

In many countries, fragile governance systems, limited resources, and political pressures make it difficult for public institutions to serve citizens effectively. Yet it is in these very contexts that strong oversight matters most. Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) help ensure public funds are used responsibly and deliver real benefits to people, but only when they have the independence and capacity to do so.

The Global SAI Accountability Initiative (GSAI) brings together SAIs and development partners to provide long-term, coordinated support where it’s needed most. By strengthening systems, skills, and collaboration, GSAI helps SAIs build the foundations for transparency, accountability, and trust in public institutions.

See how the Global SAI Accountability Initiative (GSAI) is helping SAIs turn challenges into accountability and impact

See how the Global SAI Accountability Initiative (GSAI) is helping SAIs turn challenges into accountability and impact

Why GSAI Matters

Strong public financial management is the foundation of sustainable development. Yet, many countries facing political, economic, or social instability lack the oversight systems needed to ensure public funds are used effectively.

GSAI focuses on helping SAIs turn commitment into action. Launched in 2022 by the INTOSAI Development Initiative (IDI) and the INTOSAI-Donor Cooperation (IDC), it provides a framework for coordinated, long-term support in complex environments, aligning with the IDI Strategic Plan 2024–2029 and the IDC Strategy 2020–2030.

Through collaboration and peer learning, GSAI helps SAIs strengthen their oversight role and deliver lasting results across three core areas:

  • Transparency: Strengthening audit quality and public reporting
  • Partnership: Connecting SAIs with peers, development partners, and experts
  • Impact: Supporting SAIs to deliver audits that matter

How GSAI Works

GSAI uses a phased, collaborative approach built around country-led partnerships. Each participating SAI works with a group of peers, development partners, and regional organisations to design and implement projects that address their specific priorities.

Phase 1: Planning (2022–2023)

  • Build partnerships and align on priorities
  • Conduct country visits to identify needs and set baselines (including gender, diversity and inclusion)
  • Establish coordination mechanisms and SAI support groups
  • Develop initial 2-year country projects focused on audit support and institutional strengthening

Phase 2: Initial Support (2023–2025)

  • Implement agreed projects and activities
  • Develop long-term plans and secure funding for sustained engagement

Phase 3: Long-Term Support (2025–onwards)

  • Transition to multi-year partnerships for institutional development
  • Focus on sustainable, locally owned impact

GSAI IN ACTION

GSAI IN ACTION
GSAI IN ACTION
GSAI IN ACTION
GSAI IN ACTION
GSAI IN ACTION
GSAI IN ACTION

GSAI FUNDING PARTNERS

GSAI FUNDING PARTNERS
GSAI FUNDING PARTNERS
GSAI FUNDING PARTNERS

KEY DOCUMENTS

GSAI Programme Report 2024

SAI Documents and Reports

GSAI Programme Report 2024

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GSAI Programme Report 2023

SAI Documents and Reports

GSAI Programme Report 2023

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GSAI Programme document 2023

SAI Documents and Reports

GSAI Programme document 2023

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Contact Us

Interested in supporting stronger accountability worldwide?

Collaboration is at the heart of GSAI. We work with Supreme Audit Institutions and development partners to strengthen oversight and build trust in the public sector.


Reach out at gsai@idi.no to explore how we can work together to make accountability count where it matters most.

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