The 2026 Internal Audit Week of the University of Environment and Sustainable Development (UESD), Somanya, Eastern Region, has been launched at a ceremony held at the Auditorium, Multipurpose Building, bringing together staff and faculty members of the University.
The week-long celebration, on the theme “Building Trust and Confidence,” will feature activities including discussions on commitment control authorisation, a presentation to management on the Public Financial Management (PFM) Act, community engagement and corporate social responsibility, and indoor games.
Launching the programme, the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Edward Wiafe Debrah, said, the Internal Audit Unit serves as a strategic partner in institutional development, operational efficiency, and sound decision-making through objective assurance and constructive recommendations. He expressed optimism that the week-long activities would deepen awareness of the value of internal auditing and strengthen collaboration among the various units of the University.
In her remarks, the Registrar, Mrs. Mary Abena Agyepong, noted that UESD remains committed to establishing robust systems to uphold standard practices. She indicated that the theme of the celebration is closely aligned with the University’s core values, emphasizing that building trust and confidence is rooted in honesty. She expressed hope that the planned activities would have a positive impact on the University’s staff and stakeholders.
Addressing participants, the Director of Internal Audit, Ms. Joyce Anastasia Sam, explained that May is globally recognised as Audit Month, dedicated to raising awareness about the role of internal auditors. She reiterated that the vision of the UESD Internal Audit Directorate is to catalyse positive change by providing independent and objective assurance and advisory services to the University. She expressed appreciation to staff members for their participation.
Touching on the theme, “Building Trust and Confidence,” Ms. Sam stated that trust is fundamental to the prosperity of the University and called on management to foster a culture of responsiveness and care for staff, strategic planning to achieve institutional goals, effective and transparent communication, and value creation through efficiency and innovation. She further noted that internal auditors should be regarded as partners rather than antagonists, as is often perceived. She therefore urged management to continue granting the Internal Audit Directorate the independence required to effectively discharge its mandate while promoting accountability, transparency, and compliance.