The Spectrum Management Authority is the national regulator for the radio frequency spectrum under the Telecommunications Act (2000). Accordingly, the Authority is responsible for monitoring and inspecting Jamaica’s radio spectrum network, which is essential for various communication and technology applications. SMA’s governance practices and financial operations are subjected to the Public Bodies Management & Accountability (PBMA) Act, Government of Jamaica (GOJ) Corporate Governance and Accountability Frameworks and applicable guidelines issued by the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service (MoFPS). 

In response to stakeholder allegations of mismanagement at the Authority, a preliminary assessment was undertaken to evaluate the credibility of the claims and to determine whether there was sufficient justification to initiate a formal audit. The special audit was subsequently commissioned by the Auditor General to determine whether the procurement and contracts management practices accorded with GOJ Guidelines and good practices, to attain value for money. The audit also sought to ascertain whether management of government resources such as vehicles and government-funded credit cards conferred with the Financial Audit & Administration Act (Instructions), MoFPS circulars and best practices. 

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