After the retirement of former Internal Auditor General, Mr. Fixon Akonya Okonye, the influential position at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development has remained vacant.
Mr. Hussein Isingoma has been serving as the Acting Internal Auditor General with distinction.
Sources privy to the recruitment process reveal that when interviews were conducted for the substantive position, Isingoma emerged as the top candidate, beating all other applicants. His name has now been forwarded to H.E. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for confirmation as Director / Internal Auditor General.
Who is Hussein Isingoma?
Those who have worked with him describe him as an effective, excellent, and highly result-oriented leader. For Isingoma, it is always about what should be done — and doing it the right way. He does not compromise when it comes to demanding results and accountability.
A Visionary Leader for a Digital Era
CPA Isingoma has distinguished himself as a thought leader who understands the future of auditing.
In his recent addresses, he emphasized the need for professionals and institutions to develop “fusion skills” — skills that enable people to work effectively _with_ Artificial Intelligence (AI) instead of competing against it.
He has challenged internal auditors to rethink their relevance and reposition themselves as strategic partners in governance and accountability.
“As an internal auditor, your credibility creates value for your time; it advocates for you, and it builds loyalty and trust among the organisations you serve and the people you work with,” — CPA Hussein Isingoma.
He noted that the Public Financial Management (PFM) landscape is being rapidly reshaped by technology, AI, increased access to information, evolving legal frameworks, and emerging risks.
Future-Proofing Internal Audit
According to Isingoma, the internal audit function of the future will look fundamentally different from today. He argues that the profession must move from a fragile environment defined by *VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity)* to a more agile and adaptive approach.
“Digital transformation is no longer optional. Internal auditors must continuously upskill in technology and data analytics to remain relevant in the evolving governance ecosystem,” he stressed.
“Lifelong learning and professional re-skilling are required because auditing is a specialised skill that requires professional competence and certification.”
Beyond technical expertise, he highlights soft skills — communication, collaboration, adaptability, and interpersonal effectiveness — as critical to building trust and productive relationships.
The Verdict
With a proven track record of integrity, a deep understanding of public finance, and a clear vision for a technology-driven future, CPA Hussein Isingoma stands out as the ideal candidate to lead the Internal Audit function at the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development.
He is not just fit for the office — he is built for its future.