Audit
Cour des Comptes du Burkina Faso
Cour des Comptes
69/100
Summary
Burkina Faso's Cour des Comptes was established as a standalone institution under Loi n°007-2009/AN of 14 April 2009, separating it from the Conseil d'État. It audits state finances and public entities and certifies public accounts. As a member of INTOSAI and AFROSAI-E, it follows international audit standards.
Independence Scorecard
69/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 10 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | Yes |
| Compel testimony | Yes |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Loi n°007-2009/AN portant organisation et fonctionnement de la Cour des Comptes
- Citation
- Loi n°007-2009/AN du 14 avril 2009
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Supreme audit institution for Burkina Faso; audits the state budget, public accounts, and all bodies receiving public funds; reports to the National Assembly.