The USAID Office of Inspector General is statutorily mandated to provide independent oversight of USAID and other agencies performing foreign assistance programs. We do not set policy or award funds, but our independent oversight work is designed to inform those who do. Oversight of aid to Gaza has been top priority since the influx of humanitarian assistance following Hamas’ October 7, 2023, terrorist attacks in Israel.
This memorandum summarizes our recent investigative and audit work related to our oversight of aid to Gaza. USAID OIG will continue to investigate allegations of diversion, fraud, product substitution, smuggling, and other misconduct compromising lifesaving humanitarian assistance intended for civilians in Gaza.