Entries by Corruption Watch

African land corruption and its impact explored in webinar

24th April 2024 in , , /by

Transparency International’s new research report, This Beautiful Land: Corruption, Discrimination and Land Rights in Sub-Saharan Africa features research and case studies from Ghana, Madagascar, Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. A webinar held a few days after gave participants in the study – including Corruption Watch – the chance to share their thoughts and insights on the project, and discuss what strategies can be implemented to counter the situation.

Corruption accused Edwin Sodi’s company still not blacklisted

23rd April 2024 in , /by

National Treasury has failed to accede to the City of Tshwane’s request, made more than two months ago, that Blackhead Consulting be put on the list of restricted suppliers. The company is implicated in corruption relating to the unfinished upgrade and refurbishment to Tshwane’s Rooiwal Waste Water Treatment Plant, which may have contributed to a deadly cholera outbreak in May 2023.

Corruption, discrimination and land rights in Sub-Saharan Africa

22nd April 2024 in , , , , /by

Corruption in sub-Saharan Africa is exposed in a new report released on Friday by Transparency International. This Beautiful Land: Corruption, Discrimination and Land Rights in Sub-Saharan Africa explores the links between discrimination and corruption in the land sector through research into the experiences of people in Ghana, Madagascar, Kenya, South Africa, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.

Ramaphosa’s blinkered Tintswalo story omits the challenges facing SA

18th April 2024 in , , , /by

If leaders were truly invested in continuing with the service delivery goals of the country’s democratic dispensation, writes Corruption Watch’s Moepeng Talane, they would publicly acknowledge the systemic flaws that make it difficult to deliver those services and they would come up with tangible solutions. The recent State of the Nation address exemplifies this convenient overlooking of the reality for millions.

When you vote, remember the lip service MPs have paid to the Constitution

16th April 2024 in , , /by

Why is the sixth administration so intent on steamrolling its way to politically desired outcomes while disdaining its constitutional obligation to allow public involvement, asks Corruption Watch’s Melusi Ncala. By deliberately not allowing the public to engage meaningfully with appointments and other processes, the legislature is acting undemocratically and unconstitutionally.

In a true democracy, citizens hold the power

15th April 2024 in , , /by

With elections around the corner, it is time for citizens to stop enabling government corruption and realise that as voters in a democratic society, they hold the power, writes CW chairperson Themba Maseko. By demanding accountability and condemning mediocrity, citizens will put pressure on elected leaders and public servants to institute lasting changes.