Transparency International chapters in several countries have been maliciously attacked following the release of the annual Corruption Perceptions Index two weeks ago. This is a standard tactic of the corrupt, who seek to turn the attention back onto those who expose their activities, thereby deflecting scrutiny away from themselves.
Organised crime is moving up the international agenda, writes Walter Kemp for GI-TOC, with people and governments alike becoming increasingly concerned about violence and instability associated with criminality. The time to act against these threats is now – a strategic and global response is urgently needed.
Traditionally, corruption gets short shrift in the annual State of the Nation address. It is time that President Cyril Ramaphosa moves the topic much higher up the page, writes Corruption Watch executive director Karam Singh, and tells the nation exactly how the government is going to build capable institutions and place the fight against corruption front and centre on its agenda.
The ANC’s renewal project includes strengthening its internal accountability mechanism, writes Moepeng Talane for our CW Voices blog. But will it work?
Corruption Watch and 15 other organisations have written an open letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa ahead of the final State of the Nation address that he will deliver in this administration, on 8 February 2024. “Please give South Africa hope that we can build an economy that prioritises care, tackles the scourge of gender-based violence, promotes equality, and centres the needs of the most vulnerable.”
The parliamentary portfolio committee on Justice and Correctional Services invites organisations and members of the public to nominate suitable candidates for, or apply for, appointment as deputy public protector. The deadline is no later than 16h00 on Friday, 16 February 2024
Public participation in government can take many forms. One of these forms is when members of the public contribute to the development of laws that affect them – this is their right and duty. There are various opportunities for comment at the moment, and we present a few of them here. Make your voice heard!
Making a submission for a piece of legislation may seem daunting, but it is important for members of the public to raise their concerns or make suggestions for improvement while the law is in development, so that the final product provides for everyone’s needs. Here’s how to go about it.
Malawian journalist Gregory Gondwe recently blew the whistle on a questionable government transaction for military vehicles. He was immediately targeted by police and military police and is now in hiding. His perilous situation is sadly typical of the risks faced by journalists around the world who expose corruption, but Gondwe says his commitment remains firm.