Robben Island prisoners’ organisation cries foul
Allegations of corruption and poor governance levelled against management of the Robben Island Museum (RIM) board have been dismissed by its acting chairperson Khensani Maluleke.
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FCPA successes still few and far between in SA
On Where the Bribes Are, a map showing FCPA cases brought and settled around the world, South Africa features one lonely success. The fact that the country only has one successful FCPA case to its name is not a good thing, for it means that companies that violate the FCPA are not being penalised. This signifies a culture of no accountability for acts of corruption.
We owe future generations a corruption-free society
SIU head Advocate Andy Mothibi said fighting corruption, which undermines the rule of law and sustainable development in communities, requires a concerted effort from both the public and private sectors. Mothibi said this during the 2019 anti-corruption event held at Unisa on 9 December.
Anti-corruption, human rights efforts will converge in 2020
For corporations that wish to build more effective, long-term approaches to tackle corruption, aligning them with human rights is a critical next step, writes Alison Taylor. 2020 looks to be the year that marks this meaningful merger.
TI: investigate Zambia’s corrupt mukula cartel
A new report by the Environmental Investigation Agency reveals allegations that Tasila Lungu, daughter of Zambian president Edgar Lungu, and two ministers are involved in the illegal trade of protected mukula timber. Transparency International has called for a thorough investigation into these claims.
IACD 2019: Time to act against corruption, climate crisis
Solving the climate crisis is not impossible, says Transparency International on International Anti-Corruption Day. But it will only happen if we safeguard climate funds from corruption and make sure global climate policy serves the interests of all people and the planet, not just a few private concerns.
Gcaleka one step away from DPP appointment
Advocate Kholeka Gcaleka’s nomination by parliament’s committee on justice and correctional services has been endorsed by the National Assembly recommendation has been endorsed by the National Assembly. President Cyril Ramaphosa will appoint Gcaleka to the post as the current DPP Advocate Kevin Malunga’s term ends on 9 December.
Brave enough to talk about land corruption
Corruption Watch yesterday launched a report titled Unearthing Corruption in the Land Sector, as part of an ongoing Transparency International project, Land Corruption in Africa. In this opinion piece, lad researcher Melusi Ncala expresses concern that the situation in South Africa is not being adequately addressed.
CW report highlights devastating land corruption
The report on the devastating effects of land corruption reviews the historical context of South Africa’s land reform policies and looks into the legislative framework that governs the space. It will also provide some insight into what the public has reported to the organisation over the years relating to corruption in this sector.