" A trusted guardian of public resources that strengthens integrity, accoutability and performance across the nation, enabling the sucess of the Diamond Strategy. "

" To provide independent, high-quality audits and constructive oversight, conducted without fear, favour or prejudice, that enhance transparency, ethical governance and performance in public sector. "

The core values of the RAA, depicted in Figure 3, underpin its ethical and professional conduct and guide the institution in achieving its mandate.

Figure 3: Core Values applicable to all staff