Category: Auditing

Strengthening the Role of the Auditor General in Fighting Corruption and Ensuring Accountability in Uganda: A Call to Action New Auditor General Vows to Tighten Oversight on Public Resources In a bid to address the rampant misuse of public resources and corruption in Uganda, Mr Edward Akol has assumed the role of Auditor General, taking…

AuditBoard Introduces New Feature for Easy Adoption of Updated IIA Global Internal Audit Standards AuditBoard Unveils Innovative Feature to Align with New Global Internal Audit Standards In a significant development for the internal audit community, AuditBoard, a leading audit and risk platform, has announced the launch of a groundbreaking feature designed to streamline the adoption…

Investors Push LVMH for Transparency on Supplier Treatment of Workers Luxury Giant LVMH Faces Pressure to Improve Supplier Monitoring After Sweatshop Allegations Europe’s top asset manager Amundi and other investors in luxury conglomerate LVMH are calling for more aggressive steps to monitor the treatment of workers in the company’s supply chain following allegations of sweatshop-like…

New Board of Directors Appointed at Financial Planner and Accountancy Firm Old Mill Financial Planner and accountancy firm Old Mill has made significant changes at the top by appointing a new-look board of directors. The new board includes newly-appointed chief executive Mark Neath and managing director Jolyon Stonehouse. Mr. Neath, who has been with Old…

The Risks and Alternatives of Recreational Tanning in Saudi Arabia The Rising Trend of Recreational Tanning in Riyadh: A Dangerous Quest for the Perfect Tan RIYADH – As the scorching sun of summer casts its rays over Riyadh, a growing number of young Saudis are basking in its glow, chasing the allure of a bronzed…

Zitro’s Strategic Move Towards Sustainability: Launch of ESG Committee and New Departments Zitro Launches Comprehensive Sustainability Initiative with New ESG Committee In a groundbreaking move towards sustainability, Zitro has announced the formation of its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Committee, a strategic effort to embed sustainability practices into the heart of its operations. This initiative…

Wilfred Neneh Addico Appointed as New Advisory Partner at Makers and Partners (MAP) Wilfred Neneh Addico Joins Makers and Partners as New Advisory Partner In a significant move to bolster its leadership and service delivery, Makers and Partners (MAP), a renowned audit firm, has officially announced the appointment of Wilfred Neneh Addico as its new…

Red Sea Global Joins Forces with Saudi Climbing and Hiking Federation to Elevate Adventure Tourism Red Sea Global and Saudi Climbing and Hiking Federation Join Forces to Elevate Adventure Tourism In a groundbreaking move set to redefine the adventure tourism sector, Red Sea Global (RSG) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Saudi Climbing…

New Brunswick Health Minister Refuses to Give Vote of Confidence to Vitalité CEO Amid Travel Nurse Controversy New Brunswick’s health minister, Bruce Fitch, has sparked controversy by refusing to give a vote of confidence to Dr. France Desrosiers, the CEO of the Vitalité health authority, following a scathing audit of the health authority’s contracts with…

Top 20 CA Firms in Mumbai for Articleship Training Embarking on a career as a Chartered Accountant (CA) involves not just passing the rigorous exams but also undergoing practical training to gain real-world experience. Articleship training is a crucial phase for every aspiring CA, offering them a glimpse into the corporate and professional world. It…

Hong Kong Regulators Partially Clear PwC in Evergrande Audit Investigation Hong Kong Regulators Partially Clear PwC in Evergrande Audit Investigation In a significant development, Hong Kong’s regulatory authorities announced on Wednesday that they have partially exonerated PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) from allegations of audit deficiencies in their work with the beleaguered Chinese real estate behemoth, Evergrande. This…

“Embracing the Future: How Technological Advancements and Expanding Roles are Shaping Internal Audit’s Path to 2035” Embracing the Future: How Technological Advancements are Reshaping the Internal Audit Profession In an era where technological advancements are rapidly transforming industries, the internal audit profession is not left behind. The latest Vision report from the Institute of Internal…

Navigating the Waters of Corporate Governance and Audit Readiness in Indian Startups India’s Startup Ecosystem Grapples with Corporate Governance Challenges Amidst Global Recognition By Abhishek Gupta India’s startup landscape, currently holding the prestigious third position globally for housing startups valued at over $1 billion, is at a crossroads. The nation’s blend of talent, innovation, and…

ISACA and The IIA to Host 11th Annual Governance, Risk, and Control (GRC) Conference in 2024 Austin Set to Host Premier Governance, Risk, and Control Conference in 2024 Austin, Texas, is gearing up to welcome global leaders in governance, risk, and control (GRC) as ISACA and The Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA) announce the…

The Importance of Audit Independence in Ensuring Good Governance and Accountability in Public Sector Title: Upholding Audit Independence for Effective Governance and Accountability In a world where corruption continues to plague nations and hinder sustainable development, the importance of good governance has never been more crucial. Despite the implementation of governance institutions and policies, corruption…