Kenya is set to implement a new Internal Auditors Act to protect the profession from litigation and interference, thereby strengthening public sector accountability and ensuring independent operations.

• Approximately 79% of audit recommendations are not fully implemented, hindering legislative oversight.
• The Institute of Internal Auditors Kenya (IIA Kenya) and the Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (PSASB) are key stakeholders pushing for this legislation.
• The Act aims to provide a robust disciplinary framework, enforce global auditing standards, and reduce the mismanagement of public resources, as highlighted by IIA Chairperson Lilian Wangechi.