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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Day 3 of #AFROSAIE’s Technical Conference: Prof. Nara Monkam’s keynote on turning governance intelligence into better policy, a panel on moving from audit findings to impact, and a closing call to connect insight, foresight and oversight. Citizens pay when recommendations aren’t implemented.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Day 2 of the AFROSAI-E Technical Conference 2026 was all about foresight. Participants agreed that foresight is not prediction, but a valuable tool to prepare public governance for future risks. SAIs can use audit reports as a strategic database, connect risks across systems and plan for impact.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Discussions and speeches from the #AFROSAIE Technical Conference emphasized that the value of going beyond individual audits to understand systemic issues, and how to take action to improve governance and service delivery for citizens.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Day 1 of the #AFROSAIE Technical Conference, themed Strategic Intelligence for Stronger Governance, highlighted insights and understanding the interconnectivity of the governance, accountability and public finance environment.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

A letter from the INTOSAI Journal's editor: a thank you to Mr. Pete Knopes, INTOSAI Journal Accountant, for his contributions and a congratulations on his retirement. Read the article here: buff.ly/YmosAk2

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INTOSAI Journal Thanks Pete Knopes for 19 Years of Support and Stewardship - INTOSAI Journal

Mr. Pete Knopes has supported the INTOSAI Journal since 2007, leading the financial oversight of...

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The INTOSAI Donor Cooperation Steering Committee brought together INTOSAI & development partners to chart SAI capacity support beyond 2026. Key themes: peer-to-peer support, public debt sustainability, AI in audit, SIDS, anti-corruption, and SAI independence. #P2P #publicdebt #INTOSAI #AI #audit

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Regional leadership engaged in a practical knowledge sharing session around the challenges faced. The day concluded with participants coming to a consensus on follow up actions and responsibilities, to initiate action from two days of productive regional collaboration. #INTOSAI #regions

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The final day of the INTOSAI Regional Coordination Platform gathered representatives from the INTOSAI regions and bodies to further explore discussions working w/ #PAOs, demonstrating value by measuring and communicating audit impact, & feedback on the INTOSAI Development Initiative's PESA program.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

The INTOSAI Regional Coordination Platform convenes in Washington DC to strengthen collaboration between INTOSAI’s regional & global structures. Discussions from Day 1 focused on strengthening coordination, visibility, & results reporting, quality management, strategic planning, & SAI independence.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The ClimateScanner Summit 2026: From Data to Action, a high-level event bringing together Heads of SAIs, experts and partners, aims to provide a platform for reflecting on the results and impacts of the ClimateScanner initiative. Learn more about how to register in our latest news: buff.ly/iaV6i05

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INTOSAI ClimateScanner Symposium to Take Place on 5 and 6 of November 2026 - INTOSAI Journal

Minister Vital do Rêgo, President of the Federal Court of Accounts of Brazil and President...

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Final Reminder! The INTOSAI Journal is seeking articles for the Q4 2026 issue on how SAIs, regional orgs, goal committees are engaging, mentoring, and supporting the next generation of audit talent. Articles are due on 4 September 2026. Learn more & submit your article here: buff.ly/23nXMrP

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

What makes audit technology actually stick with public sector auditors? This study examines audit technology success among Malaysian public sector auditors, offering key insights & future directions for any SAI navigating the shift toward digital, technology-driven audit practices: buff.ly/UfQWyIB

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The INTOSAI Development Initiative (IDI) wraps up the Global Summit 2026: Building Sustainable Ecosystems for Future-Ready Supreme Audit Institutions in Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Learn about the discussions to reflect on the unique context & challenges facing SIDS: buff.ly/Rjr9ZmT

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Supreme Audit Institutions in Small Island Developing States Come Together to Enhance Impact and Strengthen Accountability Ecosystems - INTOSAI Journal

This article was originally published on the INTOSAI Development Initiative website on August 12, 2026....

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Auditing money laundering and digital currencies takes serious specialist skills. Saudi Arabia's Financial Review Center is closing that gap through knowledge sharing. Learn more in our spotlight on #capacitybuilding: buff.ly/A9SD3VF

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

In celebrating the INTOSAI Development Initiative's 40th anniversary, Deputy Director General Archana Shirsat reflects upon IDI's story of growing generations of training and learning specialists within the SAI community: buff.ly/yvtkOTI

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

On the last day of the INTOSAI Development Initiative (IDI)'s Global Summit, heads of small island developing states (#SIDS) #SAIs, development partners, and stakeholders explored sustainable pathways for working together to enhance the capacity, relevance, and impact of SAIs in SIDS.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

An article from #SAI #Pakistan in our Q2 2026 issue explores good governance specifically with respect to public funds, discussing the principles and practices that ensure resources are managed appropriately, transparently, and in the best interest of the public. Read more: buff.ly/1V2dsvQ

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Signed by Auditor General Monthien Charoenpol of SAI Thailand and Einar Gørrissen, Director General of the INTOSAI Development Initiative, the MoU sets forth an agreement where SAI Thailand will serve as a resource hub for other SAIs, to further facilitate peer to peer learning and engagement.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

During the IDI Global Summit 2026 highlighting "Building Sustainable Ecosystems for Future Ready #SAIs in #SIDS", the INTOSAI Development Initiative and the State Audit Office of the Kingdom of Thailand (SAO) signed a MoU to establish a hub for IDI Centre for SAI Audit professionals.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Day 1 of the IDI's Global Summit engaged SAI leaders from across Small Island Developing States with discussions on independence, resilience, and value — from leadership challenges in small audit offices to #SDG audits driving impact, and the capacity constraints shaping the path ahead.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Closing day of the #SAIs #SIDS Symposium: President Dr Mohamed Muizzu urged continued investment in integrity, transparency & partnership. Participants discussed capacity gaps and developed key messages & agreed on the need for greater SAI collaboration in SIDS.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Have you signed up for the International Competition on the #INTOSAI Framework of Professional Pronouncements yet? Test your knowledge & practical application of the #IFPP. Join the challenge: learn more and register by August 10 2026 (extended!) here: buff.ly/g02lXWu

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

During the second day of the UNDESA Conference on #SIDS & #SupremeAuditInstitutions, sessions on climate adaptation and digital transformation in #SIDS surfaced a consistent message: good plans on paper mean little without accountability in implementation.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

This week, SAIs from Small Island Developing States (SIDS) gather in the Maldives w/ #UNDESA & the Auditor General’s Office of the Maldives to tackle how they can strengthen their capacities to audit #SDG implementation. Day 1 addressed achieving the SDGs & advancing fiscal sustainability in SIDS.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Good governance depends on the efficient and transparent management of public funds. Financial audits and oversight mechanisms have become increasingly important as public trust is closely tied to financial accountability. Read the full article from #SAI #Kuwait: buff.ly/RVawlKg

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

A five-year roadmap for stronger audits: Azerbaijan's Chamber of Accounts is building strategic management into public oversight, aiming to strengthen institutional capacity and enhance the role of high-quality auditing in public financial management. Learn more in the full article: buff.ly/YcoHhVh

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

New administration, new agencies, new programs. How does an SAI keep its independence intact through change? An article from our Q2 2026 issue explains how #SAI #Indonesia's strategic-based audit model helps it navigate that dynamic landscape while staying true to its independence: buff.ly/mllrFbH

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

An article from #SAI #Albania shares key findings from its audit activities, assesses their impact on public sector governance, and identifies best practices that are applicable across INTOSAI member SAIs more broadly. Read the valuable case study: buff.ly/syxKvlR #GoodGovernance #PublicTrust

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

From 6-7 Aug 2026, IDI will host a Global Summit focusing on building sustainable ecosystems for future-ready #SAIs in Small Island Developing States. Join online: buff.ly/ztA28IR The event will take place the same week as a UNDESA workshop in the Maldives, both co-hosted by SAI Maldives.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Reform brings rising public expectations. Learn more about how Myanmar's Auditor General adapts its role during a period of significant transition, and what that means for accountability going forward: buff.ly/vSPEwEw #PublicFinancialManagement #Accountability #InstitutionalReform #ASOSAI

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

The INTOSAI Working Group on Financial & Economic Stability (WGFES) held its 13th annual meeting on May 6–7, 2026 at the U.S. GAO in Washington, D.C. Read about the event themed "Beyond the Bank: Auditing Nontraditional Financial Infrastructure" in the latest Inside INTOSAI article: buff.ly/RpkOIrt

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Vision 2030 means a new accounting era for Saudi Arabia. The General Court of Audit is turning financial audits into proactive risk tools, not just year-end checklists. Read more in an article from our Q2 2026 issue: buff.ly/LDuc8LX #Vision2030 #PublicFinance #FiscalOversight #AccrualAccounting

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Numbers don't lie, but do they follow the rules? Testing Benford's Law on Greek municipal spending data could be an early-warning tool for auditors. Read more in an article from our Q2 2026 issue: buff.ly/XZHGJKI #DataAnalytics #BenfordsLaw #AuditInnovation #MunicipalFinance #EUROSAI

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

In an age where information is expected to be instantaneous, an article in our Q2 2026 issue argues that #SAIs must reimagine how they present their work — moving beyond dense technical reports toward communication that is genuinely engaging and relevant to the public they serve: buff.ly/NN8ocpK

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

An article from our Q2 2026 issue examines the Manitoba experience with gov't use of trusts & funds, exploring the impact these arrangements can have on financial accountability, and what auditors need to watch for when governments manage money outside the ordinary budget process: buff.ly/F6oZm5I

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Accepting applications for GAO’s 2027 International Auditor Fellowship Program! Designed for mid- to-senior-level officials from SAIs to build capacity, strengthen transparency & safeguard public funds. The application deadline is Aug 15, 2026. Learn more and apply: buff.ly/0WSQNpf

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Egypt's Accountability State Authority (ASA) tackles the disclosure audit of segment reports in the public sector, using a real case study to show how scrutinizing segment-level reporting strengthens transparency across government entities. Read the article: buff.ly/oNp8mMa

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

The Summer 2026 issue of the #EUROSAI Innovations is published! Focused on the innovation ecosystem, learn about innovative audit approaches and new ways of engaging with stakeholders and new management concepts. Read more: buff.ly/hpvj6OT

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Tax breaks aren't "free money." SAI Brazil's spending review of the National Housing Initiative (PMCMV) reveals the hidden governance risks in tax expenditures. Read the full article from the Journal's Q2 2026 issue: buff.ly/Wu7kZTu #TaxExpenditure #FiscalSustainability #PublicAudit #OLACEFS

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

#SAI #Philippines is leading globally on public debt oversight while pioneering Citizen Participatory Audits. Learn about how COA is redefining fiscal accountability in the editorial from Chairperson Gamaliel A. Cordoba in our Q2 2026 issue. buff.ly/AMavqWT #INTOSAI #PublicFinance #ASOSAI

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

The #Q22026 issue of the INTOSAI Journal is now available! #Financialaudits play a vital role in promoting accountability. In this issue, you'll find perspectives from #SAIs on how audit approaches are helping safeguard public resources & respond to today's challenges: buff.ly/6tdUxtN

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

In today's #INTOSAI #news, the Accountability State Authority (ASA) of Egypt and INTOSAI Chair announces the new appointment of Ms. Manal Mohamed Khairy as Vice President of the SAI of Egypt. Learn more in our latest #newsinbrief: buff.ly/PSuKkqh

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

On 8 July 2026, the #INTOSAI side event at the #UN High-Level Political Forum brought together Supreme Audit Institutions, UN agencies, key stakeholders and international partners to explore how partnerships and collaboration across the accountability ecosystem can contribute to progress on #SDGs.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

The Network of INTOSAI Communication Officers will hold a webinar on the IDI/OECD report "Strengthening the Independence of Supreme Audit Institutions: Looking at Informal Factors Beyond Legal Safeguards" on June 30. Learn about the factors that shape SAI independence. Register: buff.ly/fiSSseJ

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

On May 29, 2026, SAI Brazil and SAI Portugal jointly hosted the International Meeting on Consensual Approaches and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Public Administration. Read more in the latest INTOSAI news: buff.ly/9Mgb6MB

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Innovation, particularly artificial intelligence, is one theme set to dominate discussion at IMPACT 2026 – a conference for performance auditors in Melbourne from 4-5 November 2026. Learn more about the upcoming discussions on AI and innovation in our latest news article: buff.ly/O5qolXe

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

The INTOSAI Development Initiative (IDI) and the OECD have published the Global Project report, "Strengthening the Independence of Supreme Audit Institutions", which calls for a comprehensive and system-wide approach to #SAIindependence. Learn more and read the full report: buff.ly/n2brPgM

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

From June 9-10, we will be sharing highlights from the VII Young #EUROSAI Conference! Follow us on our social media accounts (Twitter/X, LinkedIn and Instagram) over the next couple of days as young auditors discuss digital transformation, #AI, and #sustainability #auditing.

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

After an INTOSAI Working Group on Environmental Auditing tenure defined by innovation, SAI Finland has handed the chairmanship to SAI Thailand. This article also shares key takeaways in organising meetings, communicating effectively, and investing in stakeholder relations. buff.ly/MjMxOh2

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INTOSAI Journal @intosaijournal.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

54 SAIs. 287 Auditors. One Global Climate Audit. Under the Cooperative Audit of Climate Change Adaptation Actions (CCAA), SAIs from seven INTOSAI regions came together to audit their governments' responses to climate change, and build their own capacity at the same time. Learn more: buff.ly/gLlXEWs

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