Omusati commemorates Anti-Corruption Day

As the world celebrated International Anti-Corruption Day on Friday, Namibia’s Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) emphasised the important role of good governance in fighting corruption.ACC director general Paulus Noa stressed that corruption should not be tolerated as it has a devastating impact on economic development."Let’s speak with one voice as far as raising awareness against corruption and fighting corruption is concerned," he said.He was speaking at the commemoration of the global event in Outapi, Omusati Region on 9 December.International Anti-Corruption Day seeks to address the negative impact of corruption on society.In 2021, Namibia scored 49 points out of 100 in the corruption perception index, as reported by Transparency International.Boost fight against corruptionNoa said the ACC hopes that a number of laws that can strengthen the fight against corruption will be operationalised soon.He made specific mention of the Whistleblower Protection and the Access to Information Acts."This could also help Namibia to enhance its systems of transparency and accountability," he said.He also stressed that law enforcement agencies will continue to cooperate.The ACC and the Namibian Police Force have put a lot of effort into holding those accountable who "illicitly stole funds," Noa said."The purpose is to ensure that no one benefits from criminal activities, including corruption," he said.Global effortThe UN General Assembly declared 9 December as International Anti-Corruption Day in 2003.More than 120 nations, including Namibia, are signatories to the UN Convention.Today, Namibia is faced with challenges that threaten peace, prosperity, stability, and development, and corruption is noticeable in these challenges.Every area of society is negatively impacted by corruption, which is intricately linked to conflict and instability, endangering social and economic advancement while undermining democratic institutions and the rule of law.In order to encourage and enable international cooperation, the day also brings nations together to think collectively about corruption.

Omusati commemorates Anti-Corruption Day

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Omusati commemorates Anti-Corruption Day

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