Technology impedes govt’s fight against corruption

The increasing use of technology in corruption schemes has become a major challenge in government’s fight against corruption, Prime Minister Saara Kuugongelwa-Amadhila says.She made the remarks yesterday in France, where she is attending the Anti-Corruption and Integrity Forum organised by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)."Cybercrime and other digital threats are becoming more sophisticated and complex to detect. We should, therefore, remain vigilant and work together to harmonise our laws, share information and coordinate enforcement efforts,” she said.“Furthermore, increased transparency, robust regulatory frameworks and enhanced monitoring mechanisms are crucial to prevent and detect illicit financial activities through which large amounts of resources are syphoned out of mainly natural resources-endowed countries," the prime minister said.Vulnerable targetsIn addition to this, Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said many countries that fall victim to these crimes are developing countries with poor populations and are thus forced into high and unsustainable debt."Sharing capacity for strengthening anti-corruption measures, including in the areas of strengthening the governance framework, enhancing financial intelligence capabilities, promoting information sharing and holding perpetrators accountable, are vital steps in curbing illicit financial flows," Kuugongelwa-Amadhila said.She said Namibia remains steadfast in its commitment to combatting corruption and promoting integrity in all spheres of society.The forum is bringing together leaders from around the world to share new thinking and insights and to explore how anti-corruption policies and integrity frameworks can enhance responses to global corruption challenges.

Technology impedes govt’s fight against corruption

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