insert_link Namibia IPPR Calls for 9 Key Actions to Combat Corruption on International Anti-Corruption Day On this year's International Anti-Corruption Day, the Institute for Public Policy Research has outlined nine critical actions to strengthen integrity in the country. These measures include enhancing anti-corruption laws, supporting transparency in key industries, and improving public procurement practices. IPPR's Integrity Namibia project stresses the need for urgent reforms to tackle corruption that undermines development and equality. The call for action also includes efforts to recover stolen assets and […] today11 December, 2024
insert_link South Africa South Africa’s Rise Mzansi Warns Against Misuse of Public Funds Amid National Disaster Declaration South Africa's Rise Mzansi has warned against the misuse of public funds following the declaration of foodborne illnesses as a national disaster. These illnesses have already claimed 22 lives with a total of 890 cases reported. Rise Mzansi spokesperson Mabine Seabe has urged Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, to set up systems that prevent politicians and officials from looting public funds during the disaster: today22 November, 2024
insert_link Local Civil Society Spells Out Budget Priorities 25 October 2024 Civil society organisations (CSOs) believe the national budget is a powerful tool that can be used more effectively to address systemic poverty, improve living conditions, and promote social equity in Namibia. The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) today released a new briefing paper, entitled Civil Society & The Budget: Perspectives on Priorities. The paper is being published ahead of the 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Review to be […] today30 October, 2024
