Tag: anti-corruption

At present, countries around the world are facing significant pressure to strengthen public governance, achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and fulfill commitments to preventing and combating corruption, wastefulness, and other negative practices. In this context, Sustainable Development Goal 16 highlights the importance of enhancing transparency, good governance, and combating corruption in all its forms. At the same time, the Abu Dhabi Declaration of the International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) also emphasizes and reinforces the role of Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs) in preventing and combating corruption more effectively.

Tanzania is one of the East African countries vested with stunning landscapes, rich culture, and iconic tourist attractions. Tanzania’s economy is classified as lower-middle-income, with a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of around $75 billion US dollars. The economy is diverse, with agriculture, mining, and tourism being key contributors.  In recent years, Tanzania has made significant strides in infrastructure development, energy production, and social services, which have collectively bolstered economic growth. Despite these advancements, the country continues to grapple with challenges related to corruption and financial crimes.  The government has intensified efforts in combating these issues, corruption remains a significant impediment to development and poverty reduction. The country’s ranking on international anti-corruption indexes reflects ongoing challenges, with Transparency International placing Tanzania at 94th out of 180 countries in its Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) for 2023.

Through the proper mechanisms and implementation of integrity, transparency and accountability principles, the Corruption Eradication Commission of Indonesia, along with other oversight institutions, contribute to eradicating corruption in the public sector.

Over 110 delegates from AFROSAI-E’s 26 member countries, partner institutions, and key stakeholders attended its 2022 Strategic Review and 18th Governing Board meeting.