Purpose of this paper – This study investigates compliance with the corporate governance code in an African developing economy (Mauritius). Methodology/approach – We examine the annual reports of 41 listed companies to assess the extent of compliance with the code and to analyze the wording...

Despite significant donor funding, government accounting reforms seeking transparent and effective management of public resources often fail or have limited success, especially in Africa, prompting questions about donors' implementation approach and calls for studies of successful reforms. This...

Such evaluations of the effectiveness and performance of the committee should be disclosed publicly as a matter of good governance and best practice. Recommendation 8: The governance-related activities (inclusive of the audit committee's activities in relation to controls, risk and value for...

Covers -- Editorial advisory board -- Accounting and governance in Africa - contributions and opportunities for further research -- The impact of corporate governance code on earnings management in listed non-financial firms -- The effects of board experience and independence on mitigating...