Audit

National Audit Chamber of South Sudan

NAC

66/100

Summary

The National Audit Chamber of South Sudan was established under the Audit Chamber Act 2011, one of the first institutions created after independence. The Auditor General is appointed by the President with approval of Parliament. Note: South Sudan has experienced serious political instability and civil conflict since 2013.

Independence Scorecard

Independence Score: 66/100 (good)
66/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
AppointmentExecutive appointment
Term length7 years
Removal standardFor cause only
Budget independenceLegislative line item
Subpoena powerYes
Compel testimonyYes
Records accessFull access
Public reports requiredYes
Pre-publication reviewNone — reports published directly

Statute

Name
Audit Chamber Act 2011
Citation
Audit Chamber Act 2011 (Republic of South Sudan)
Full text
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Jurisdiction scope

Supreme audit institution for South Sudan; audits all public accounts, government ministries, departments, and public enterprises. Reports to the National Legislative Assembly.

Secondary Sources