Audit
National Audit Office of Malawi
NAO Malawi
66/100
Summary
The National Audit Office of Malawi operates under the Public Audit Act No. 7 of 2003. The Auditor General is appointed by the President on advice of the Public Appointments Committee for a single non-renewable 7-year term. NAO Malawi reports to the National Assembly and is an AFROSAI-E member applying ISSAI standards.
Independence Scorecard
66/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Executive appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 7 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
- Public Audit Act No. 7 of 2003
- Citation
- Public Audit Act, No. 7 of 2003 (Malawi)
- Full text
- Agency website →
Jurisdiction scope
Supreme audit institution for Malawi; audits public accounts, government ministries, departments, and state-owned enterprises. Reports to the National Assembly.