Summary

SAI Mauritius conducted a performance audit to assess the adequacy of the preparedness of the Ministry of Environment, Solid Waste Management and Climate Change for the implementation of climate change actions. The audit covered the period from 2020 to June 2024. Auditors noted lapses in governance arrangements, poor stakeholders’ response due to the absence of appropriate guidelines, unsustainable implementation of developed strategies and action plans, and limited climate finance. Furthermore, climate change vulnerability and risk assessments as well as planning for adaptation remain at an early stage. SAI Mauritius made a number of recommendations, primarily related to improving sectoral strategies, guidelines and related policies and ensuring close follow-up in their development and implementation, as well as improving stakeholders’ engagement and responsibility and providing the required resources.