Corruption

Kenya finance minister Henry Rotich arrested for corruption  BBC NewsThe accusation comes from a police investigation into the misuse of funds meant for a dam project.

EU elections, Brexit and fighting corruption: Talking Europe highlights (part 1)  FRANCE 24As Europe goes off on its summer holidays, we’re looking back on some of the big events we reported on in the last few months. The main event of early …

Conned of millions: Duterte says PhilHealth ‘dialysis scam’ proves ‘pervasive’ corruption  ABS-CBN NewsPresident Rodrigo Duterte on Monday said he was ‘grossly disappointed’ over the alleged misuse of state health insurance funds on ‘ghost’ d…

Duterte renews vow for zero-tolerance vs corruption  Sun.StarPRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte on Monday, July 22, reiterated that his zero tolerance for corruption remains the key policy of his administration. In his last three …

Duterte: No corruption in entry of third telco led by friend Dennis Uy  INQUIRER.netThere was no corruption in the entry of the country’s third telco player, led by presidential friend and Davao-based businessman Dennis Uy, according to …

Edward Zuma claims Moyane, Jiba were removed to hide corruption  IOLHe alleges that, after studying the PP’s ruling against Ramaphosa, he is convinced that Tom Moyane was removed to ensure …

Anti-Corruption Commission receives 15646 complaints till June, most from Yangon  Eleven MyanmarAnti-Corruption Commission receives 15646 complaints till June, most from Yangon Till June this year, Anti-Corruption Commission received 15646 co…

Assistant Master of the High Court in dock for corruption  IOLAn assistant Master of the High Court, Method Nkonjani Gqetywa, received bail after appearing in the Kimberley Magistrate’s Court on Friday.

ANALYSIS: Zuma’s high-risk cat and mouse with corruption inquiry  EWNThis article first appeared on The Conversation. South Africa’s former President Jacob Zuma threatened on Friday to walk away from a judicial commission of …

ANALYSIS: Zuma’s high-risk cat and mouse with corruption inquiry  EWNThe dilemma for Jacob Zuma and his legal team is this: by putting him on the witness stand, there is a risk that he would be found wanting, especially in terms of …

ANALYSIS: Zuma’s high-risk cat and mouse with corruption inquiry  EWNThe dilemma for Jacob Zuma and his legal team is this: by putting him on the witness stand, there is a risk that he would be found wanting, especially in terms of …

Salman Rushdie on Corruption and the Opioid Crisis  The New YorkerDeborah Treisman interviews Salman Rushdie, about “The Little King,” his short story from the July 29, 2019, issue of The New Yorker.

Satya Pal Malik says remark ‘telling’ militants to kill corrupt made in anger  Economic TimesJammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik on Monday expressed regret over his remark that militants should stop killing innocent people and target t…

How to Stop Corruption – and Save Democracy – in Latin America  AS/COA OnlineCorruption erodes democracy. Strengthening institutions is the only sure way to stop it.

Letter: Corruption is a true enemy to development  Caribbean News NowThe Belize Peace Movement (BPM) is appalled at the prime minister’s response to the latest mega scandal engulfing his government, his law firm and himself.

This technocrat is UP’s ‘face of corruption’  Millennium PostLucknow: He has been the face of corruption in Uttar Pradesh for almost three decades but his proximity to politicians across the political spectrum has insulated …

EACC to partner with FBI as war on graft intensifies  Daily NationThe Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) will now work with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to probe high profile corruption cases and …

Corruption Watch: Public Enterprises ministry under attack  eNCACorruption Watch’s David Lewis says another round of State Capture is in the works.

Zuma plays cat and mouse with corruption inquiry: it may be a high-risk strategy  eNCAThe dilemma for Zuma and his legal team is this: by putting him on the witness stand, there is a risk that he would be found wanting, especially in terms of…

‘Fit of anger’: Satya Pal Malik blames frustration due to corruption for ‘message’ to militants  The Financial ExpressSatya Pal Malik said that his statements were made in a fit of rage.

Corruption  The Express TribuneAvarice and corruption have made life miserable for the common people.

N2 Trillion Wasted On Constituency Projects Since 2000 – Nigeria’s Anti-Corruption Agency  SaharaReporters.comThe chairman said ICPC commenced the Constituency Projects Tracking Group (CPTG) initiative to ensure proper implementation of funde…

SACP backs Ramaphosa’s fight against corruption  EWNThe South African Communist Party (SACP) said it would not allow any individuals, irrespective of their struggle credentials, to reverse the country’s democratic …

‘Beneficial ownership legislation needed to curb corruption’  New Straits TimesKUALA LUMPUR: Companies running for government purchase contact tenders must make full disclosure of their information including beneficial ownerships.

Zondo commission to probe Estina dairy farm corruption  CitizenHigh tech milking equipment during a site visit by the leader of the DA, Mmusi Maimane to the Vrede Dairy farm that was run by Gupta company Estina, 12 July …

SC to implement action plan on anti-corruption measures – Business News  The Star OnlineKUALA LUMPUR: The Securities Commission will be implementing an action plan to support the National Anti-Corruption Plan (2019-2023) and improve …

Corruption Consultants  Center For American ProgressFederalism encourages states to act as “laboratories of democracy,” wherein states experiment with untested ideas and policies to gauge their effectiveness and …

RBI Governor involved in ‘corruption’, alleges Swamy  The Hans IndiaBJP leader Subramanian Swamy on Saturday alleged that Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das was involved in corruption and termed his recent …

Deputy Premier Jackie Trad refers herself to Queensland’s corruption watchdog over house purchase  ABC NewsQueensland Deputy Premier Jackie Trad will ask the state’s corruption watchdog to investigate whether she acted improperly when buying …

Five Bihar cops held on corruption charges  DNA IndiaFive Bihar cops held on corruption charges – These cops have been accused of taking a bribe to release criminals who were recently apprehended in Naubatpur …

Ukraine’s Zelenskiy Promises ‘Victory Over Corruption’ As Party Leads Snap Parliamentary Vote  Radio Free Europe/ Radio LibertyUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy promised “victory over corruption” after his political party was on course …

Africa Live: South Africa’s corruption watchdog ‘lied under oath’  BBC NewsPublic Protector Busisiwe Mkwebane has been ordered to pay around $60000 in legal fees – and more stories.

Opinion: Puerto Rico Protests are a Reaction to Corruption  The AdvertiserProtests have rocked the island of Puerto Rico after leaked messages involving Governor Rosselló were released, which ta… More Videos …

Opinion: Puerto Rico Protests are a Reaction to Corruption  Wall Street JournalProtests have rocked the island of Puerto Rico after leaked messages involving Governor Rosselló were released, which targeted both political adversaries and.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Corruption remains a developmental challenge  ChronicleStephen Mpofu. ZIMBABWEANS are worried about the low levels of water in Kariba Dam which has seriously reduced power generation for countrywide …

EDITORIAL COMMENT: Corruption fight continues to gain impetus  ChronicleTHE Second Republic under President Mnangagwa has identified corruption as one of the major impediments to economic growth and the general well-being of …

Corruption in Puerto Rico—Gasp!  The Wall Street JournalPuerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rosselló is fighting for his political life after private messages he sent as part of a group chat were made public earlier this month.

Corruption a cancer; committed to rooting it out, says NAB chairman  Daily TimesCorruption is just like cancer. NAB is committed to root out corruption by using all its resources with iron hands. This was stated by Javed Iqbal, Chairman NAB.

Former Unaoil Iraq partner pleads guilty to UK Gov corruption charges  Construction Week OnlineBasil Al Jarah, former partner in Iraq for Monaco-based firm Unaoil, has pleaded guilty to five offences of conspiracy to give corrupt payments in …

Former Agrani Bank manager arrested by Anti-Corruption Commission  The Daily StarAnti-Corruption Commission (ACC) yesterday arrested a former manager of Agrani Bank’s Bandarban Bazar Branch on charge of swindling Tk 27,70000 in …

Ramaphosa seeks judicial review of corruption watchdog’s charges  Al Jazeera EnglishSouth African President Cyril Ramaphosa has said he would seek an urgent judicial review of the report – which he says is “flawed” – in which the country’s …

Raila: Corrupt politicians using churches to buy popularity  Daily NationIn veiled attack on DP Ruto, ODM leader accuses politicians of using churches to buy popularity.

In Secret Chats, Brazil’s Chief Corruption Prosecutor Worried That Bolsonaro’s Justice Minister Would Protect Bolsonaro’s Senator-Son Flávio From Scandals  The InterceptFederal prosecutors privately agreed there is “no doubt” that President B…

Ukraine votes in snap election amid concerns over corruption  Vatican NewsBy Stefan J. Bos. Zelenskiy cast his ballot amid ongoing political and social turmoil. Sunday’s parliamentary election was overshadowed by mounting concerns …

How global anti-corruption efforts are being corrupted | TheHill  The HillAnti-corruption campaigns, such as Brazil’s Lava Jato, seldom are immune to politics — even in the strongest democracies.

Guilty plea in London exposes Australian company for alleged corruption  Sydney Morning HeraldBasil Al Jarah, a former senior employee of Unaoil, has pleaded guilty in London to bribery in Iraq in a case that also implicates Australian compan…

Guilty plea in London exposes Australian company for alleged corruption  The AgeBasil Al Jarah, a former senior employee of Unaoil, has pleaded guilty in London to bribery in Iraq in a case that also implicates Australian companies.

Ramaphosa urges citizens to intensify fight against corruption  IOLPresident Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday called on South Africans to redouble efforts and intensify the fight against corruption.

What Happens to Those Who Investigate Government Corruption  Merion West“I knew the consequences of looking into public corruption. You’re not going to make many friends, and you’re certainly going to make many enemies.” Frederick …

Ukrainian leader seeks backing to fight corruption in vote  Irish ExaminerUkrainians are voting in an early parliamentary election in which the new party of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is set to take the largest share of votes.

World Bank withdrew from Amaravati due to corruption, claim AP govt officials  LivemintHyderabad: Days after the World Bank (WB) announced backing out of Amaravati capital city project, by withdrawing its $300 million funding, officials from …

PHISGOC denies allegation of corruption  pna.gov.phMANILA — An official of the Philippine Southeast Asian Games Organizing Committee (PHISGOC) has denied allegation of the corruption as it will continue to …

Probe reveals shocking details of rogue staff in NLC corruption rot  nation.co.keNLC lawyers deliberately sabotage cases in order to mint money in out-of-court settlements.

ANC: Ramaphosa has ‘unwavering’ commitment to fight corruption  Jacaranda FMThe African National Congress (ANC) has expressed its support for President Cyril Ramaphosa following the damning findings made against him by Public …

Ukrainian leader seeks backing to fight corruption in vote  Miami HeraldUkrainians are voting in a snap parliamentary election in which the party of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is set to take the largest share of votes.

Senior Xinjiang official under investigation for alleged corruption  South China Morning PostChina’s anti-corruption watchdog said on Tuesday that it was investigating a high-level official in the country’s far west Xinjiang Uygur autonomous …

Nigeria: Anti-Corruption Groups Demand Probe of Stolen ‘Billions’ By Soldiers  AllAfrica – Top Africa NewsAnti-corruption campaigners on Friday called on the National Assembly to investigate the recent theft of a large amount of cash by soldi…

Ukrainian leader seeks backing to fight corruption in vote  Hurriyet Daily NewsUkrainians are voting in an early parliamentary election in which the new party of President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is set to take the largest share of votes.

Former Unaoil executive pleads guilty to corruption in Iraq bribery case, SFO says  Oil and Gas Middle EastA former executive at Monaco-based oil and gas consultancy Unaoil pleaded guilty to five conspiracy charges, according to the UK Seriou…

Elk Grove Woman Says ‘Days of Corruption are Done’ for Puerto Rico’s Governor  FOX40Watch Jessica Mensch’s report on FOX40 News. ELK GROVE — For more than a week, thousands of protesters have been gathering outside the home of Puerto …

Elk Grove Woman Says ‘Days of Corruption are Done’ for Puerto Rico’s Governor  KTXL FOX 40 SacramentoWatch Jessica Mensch’s report on FOX40 News. ELK GROVE — For more than a week, thousands of protesters have been gathering outside the home …

‘Corruption is worst disease in country’  The New Indian ExpressThe worst disease in the country is corruption, G Viswanathan, founder of Vellore Institute of Technology, said on Saturday.

Corruption charges: What city is doing to prevent contracting fraud  Dayton Daily NewsA city of Dayton program that awards a share of public contracts to small, minority-owned, women-owned and disadvantaged businesses is being scrutinized …

Gangsters, Corruption and the London Olympics by Michael Gillard review — a true story that reads like The Sopranos  The TimesOne summer morning, six years ago, I met the journalist and author Michael Gillard at the start of an extraordinary …

Gangsters, Corruption and the London Olympics by Michael Gillard review — a true story that reads like The Sopranos  The TimesOne summer morning, six years ago, I met the journalist and author Michael Gillard at the start of an extraordinary …

Zambians protest government corruption  Africanews EnglishZambians donned in yellow, waving yellow posters, are denouncing the corruption that is plaguing their country.

These Puerto Rican Women Have Had it With Rossello’s Corruption and Lewd Texts  VICE NewsSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Puerto Ricans have been in the streets for seven consecutive nights now, chanting “viva Puerto Rico libre” and demanding the ……

These Puerto Rican Women Have Had it With Rossello’s Corruption and Lewd Texts  VICE NewsSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Puerto Ricans have been in the streets for seven consecutive nights now, chanting “viva Puerto Rico libre” and demanding the ……

Want to lead UPAC? Anti-corruption squad puts out call for applications for new chief  CTV NewsAnyone interested in becoming the boss of Quebec’s anti-corruption police unit has 10 days to get their application in.

Zuma Alleges That Accusations Of Corruption Stem From Widespread Conspiracy  The Organization for World PeaceFormer South African President Jacob Zuma has alleged before the Zondo Commission that charges against him of corruption and state ca…

Rangpur LGED officers accused of corruption  Dhaka TribuneRangpur ACC Assistant Director Jahangir Alam said a report will be submitted as soon as the investigation is complete.

Corruption: Make Public Officials Swear With Ogun, Not Bible Or Quoran, Lagos Monarch Urges  SaharaReporters.comThe Osolo of Isolo, Oba Kabiru Adelaja, has said that the rate of corruption among public officials would dwindle if traditional m…

Gabbard, AOC join lawmakers to call on Puerto Rican governor to resign over corruption scandal  USA TODAYRep. Tulsi Gabbard has joined a growing chorus of lawmakers calling for the resignation of the Puerto Rican Gov. Ricardo Rosselló.

Venezuela’s Sweetheart Oil Deal Has A Legacy Of Debt And Corruption Charges : Goats and Soda  NPRThe PetroCaribe program provided fuel to Venezuela’s neighbors on long-term credit to spur economic growth. What has happened now that Venezuela …

Trump has been entangling every type of corruption: Essex professor  Tehran TimesNatasha Lindstaedt, a professor of government at the University of Essex, says the United States has never had any president who has not been involved in a …

IGP welcomes MACC action against corrupt cops – Nation  The Star OnlineKUALA KUBU BARU: The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission’s action against corrupt cops is welcomed, says the Inspector General of Police.

‘Not Just TMC, Entire World is Corrupt’: Meet Kabir Suman, One of Bengal’s First Voices Against ‘Cut Mone…  News18Known as fiery orator and pioneer of ‘Bangla Khayal Gayaki’, musician Kabir was also the first one to raise his voice against …

‘Not Just TMC, Entire World is Corrupt’: Meet Kabir Suman, One of Bengal’s First Voices Against ‘Cut Mone…  News18Kolkata: Son of renowned radio artists Sudhindra Nath and Uma Chattopadhyay, Kabir was born on March 16, 1950 at Cuttack in Od…

Presidential advisor accused of corruption  The Jerusalem PostRivlin has no connection to incident, administration stresses.

Presidential advisor accused of corruption  The Jerusalem PostA senior advisor to Israel’s President, Ze’ev Dolinsky, was questioned this week under suspicion of using his position to receive favors in exchange for promoting …

Corruption in NRC process, government wants to engage senior officers for re-verification  Economic TimesNEW DELHI: The process of preparing the National Register of Citizens (NRC) in Assam has been rigged due to corruption, believes the gove…

Chaos, corruption in councils  NewsDayTHIS continues from last week as we look at actual examples of some of the rot happening in councils reported in the Auditor-General’s Report for Local …

Fight against corruption should be a genuine one  NewsDayTHAT corruption must be condemned in all its various forms and manifestations, regardless of who is involved, is not in doubt.

Corruption trial called off, Immigration officer walks free  Cayman 27A 58-year-old Immigration officer walks free from corruption charges in Grand Court on Friday (19 July). The George Town woman was jointly charged with a …

Whistleblower legislation can help curb corruption  The HeraldBeaven Dhliwayo Features Writer. Corruption is a cankerworm that has eaten deep into the fabric of every system in Zimbabwe and it is a crime with such a …

Polavaram steeped in TDP corruption, alleges Jagan  Times of IndiaVijayawada: The assembly witnessed ruckus on Friday during the Question Hour over the Polavaram Project issue with YSRC and TDP members raising …

South African corruption inquiry adjourned to try to convince Zuma to testify further  EuronewsJOHANNESBURG (Reuters) – South Africa’s deputy chief justice Raymond Zondo adjourned a public inquiry into state corruption on Friday to try to fin…

News agency chief accuses union leader of running ‘mafia of corruption’  Mexico News DailyThe head of Mexico’s state news agency today accused its union leader of corruption and nepotism, charging that he embezzled government funds and placed…

CM reiterates anti-corruption resolve  The NationLAHORE – Punjab Chief Minister Sardar Usman Buzdar will preside over the provincial cabinet meeting at his office today. The meeting will.

Former Buncombe commissioner indicted in corruption scandal  Mountain XpressAt the heart of the case against Ellen Frost, who was first elected to the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners in 2012 and served through 2018, are …

Persons involved in misusing of power, corruption to be arrested: Firdous  Business RecorderISLAMABAD: Special Assistant to Prime Minister on Information and Broadcasting, Dr Firdous Ashiq Awan on Friday said that any element found involved i…

Former Unaoil executive pleads guilty to corruption  Financial TimesA former oil executive has pleaded guilty to conspiring to bribe officials to secure contracts in Iraq, in one of the biggest and most complex cases brought by the …

South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa dealt twin blows in anti-corruption fight  The Globe and MailPresident Cyril Ramaphosa has staked his reputation on cleaning up South African politics since he replaced Jacob Zuma as head of state in February 20…

Former Unaoil Partner Pleads Guilty to Corruption Conspiracy Charges  The Wall Street JournalA former partner of Unaoil Group in Iraq has pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges brought in connection with an investigation by the U.K. Serious Fra…

Jacob Zuma reverses move to pull out of South Africa corruption inquiry  The Irish TimesFormer president had decided to stop co-operating with the investigation.

Iraq: US Treasury Department Sanctions Iraqi Leaders Over Human Rights Abuses, Corruption  STRATFORThe U.S. Treasury Department enacted sanctions against four former and current Iraqi leaders on July 18 over human rights violations and corrup…

Imran Khan Vows to Continue Anti-corruption Drive as More Opposition Leader Land in Jail Over Graft Charg…  News18Without naming Nawaz Sharif, he said that some people who are in jail on corruption charges tried to influence him through a t…

Iraqis protest against rampant corruption and poverty  Aljazeera.comYears of war mean essential services like water and electricity are lacking in many places.

2 South African Presidents Are Called to Account on Corruption  The New York TimesSouth Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa dealt twin blows in anti-corruption fight  The Globe and MailSouth Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa accused in corrup…

Anti-corruption bureau searches offices in cases linked to Poroshenko  Kyiv PostThe National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) searched the offices of investment bank ICU and auto producer Bogdan Motors in criminal cases linked …