Burkina Faso: Public management control, an important issue for President Ibrahim TRAORE
Since assuming power, Captain Ibrahim Traoré, the President of Burkina Faso, has consistently demonstrated a keen focus on public management affairs, with a particular emphasis on promoting good governance and fighting corruption, especially within public administration. The reception of the 2023 Annual Public Report from the Court of Auditors presents the Head of State with a critical opportunity to assess the public management of the past year and provide directives for improvement.
The 2023 report, based on activities carried out by the Court in 2022, includes an in-depth review of financial management from 2017 to 2020. According to the President of the institution, Latin Poda, the audit has uncovered several cases of mismanagement and irregularities, which have been transferred to the relevant chambers for further investigation. Additionally, the report scrutinizes the execution of the 2022 budget law and the management of revenues from extractive industries, particularly gold mining.
Notably, audits conducted in local government entities, specifically concerning the mining development fund, have revealed significant irregularities in fund management. As a result, recommendations have been made to improve transparency and accountability in the handling of these resources. The report also examined the management of various public projects and programs, offering further recommendations to ensure better oversight of public assets.
This annual exercise, mandated by law, plays a crucial role in maintaining continuous oversight over public management. It ensures that public affairs are aligned with the needs and aspirations of the people, in the best interest of the nation. Since his accession to the presidency, Captain Ibrahim Traoré has worked tirelessly to promote good governance free from corruption. The diligent work of the Court of Auditors provides essential support to the government’s ongoing efforts to ensure accountability and transparency in public administration.
