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Recent Activities & Events
Fraud and Corruption in Public Procurement.
Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre - CAACC organised a Course in Fraud and Corruption in the Public Procurement from October 21st to 25th, 2024, at TraveLodge, Gaborone, Botswana. The World Bank, Public Procurement and Regulatory Authority (PPRA) and two independent consultants are brought on board to deliver the course.
The course has pulled together experts from Botswana, Cameroon Eswatini. Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Namibia, South Africa, Togo and Zambia.
This Course is organised with an aim of improving the capacity of anti-corruption agencies in preventing fraud and corruption in public procurement.
Building Public Confidence in Anti-Corruption Public Relations
The Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre (CAACC) is excited to bring together public relations officers from twenty three anti-corruption agencies across Commonwealth Africa for this crucial training session.
This course focuses on enhancing the image of agencies, fostering transparency, and building public trust through effective communication strategies. This specialized training is scheduled to run virtually from 24th -26th September 2024.
Women's Day Seminar 2024: Fighting Corruption in Healthcare!
CAACC continues to strengthen partnerships in the fight against corruption. In the past month, 7 August 2024, one of our partners, ACCERUS SPL hosted a powerful Women's Day seminar titled "The Hand that Rocks the Cradle, Rocks the World." The event focused on the critical issue of corruption in healthcare and its impact on women's health globally. Experts discussed the challenges and proposed actionable strategies to foster transparency, accountability, and equity in healthcare systems.
Creating Virtuous Circles of Integrity | Panel Discussion
We are excited to share the highlights of the recent panel discussion held under the theme, "Creating Virtuous Circles of Integrity" during the International Ombud Expo 2024. This event, which took place on Wednesday, 31, 2024, brought together distinguished panelists who shared their insights and experiences in fostering integrity and combating corruption.
CAACC Shines at International Ombud Expo 2024: Pioneering Integrity and Anti-Corruption Efforts
The pursuit of virtuous circles of integrity is essential in fostering a culture of transparency and accountability within organizations. At the International Ombud Expo 2024, members of the Association of Anti-Corruption Agencies in Commonwealth Africa (AAACoA) played a significant role in a panel discussion held under the theme, "Creating Virtuous Circles of Integrity." This event, which took place on Wednesday, 31 July 2024, brought together distinguished panelists who shared their insights and experiences in fostering integrity and combating corruption.
International Ombud Expo 2024
Join us on August 7, 2024, from 12:30 to 14:30 for an insightful Women's Day event hosted by ACCERUS, the Anti-Corruption Centre for Education and Research in the School of Public Leadership (SPL).
Theme: "The Hand that Rocks the Cradle, Rocks the World"
Following our successful Gender & Corruption symposium in June, this event will explore the impact of corruption on women's health. Corruption in the healthcare sector leads to the misallocation of resources, inadequate infrastructure, and a lack of trained healthcare personnel, significantly affecting women's access to quality healthcare, especially in low- and middle-income regions.
Together, let's right injustices and bolster quality governance for better health outcomes for women globally.
International Ombud Expo 2024
CAACC is excited to announce the International Ombud Expo 2024, hosted by The Ombudsman. Join us to support The Ombudsman from 29th July to 2nd August 2024 at the Fairgrounds, Ditshupo Hall, STALL No.: D40.
Theme: "Trusted Institutions: Righting Injustices, Bolstering Quality Governance"
This expo will bring together experts and stakeholders to discuss the importance of trusted institutions in ensuring justice and promoting quality governance.
Don't miss this opportunity to engage with leaders in the field and contribute to meaningful discussions on fighting corruption and enhancing governance standards.
We look forward to seeing you there!
#OmbudExpo2024 #CAACC #GoodGovernance #AntiCorruption #TrustedInstitutions
Proud To Support Education And Integrity!
Africa Anti-Corruption Day Commemoration
Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre and Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime celebrated Africa Anti-Corruption Day with the theme: "Effective Whistleblowers Protection Mechanism: A Critical Tool in the Fight Against Corruption." at Tlotlo Hotel & Conference on the 11th July 2024.
Let's safeguard those who speak out! #AntiCorruptionDay #WhistleblowerProtection #AfricaFightsCorruption.
Catch the Live Stream on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/fe5k5YASfgV48n6i/?mibextid=qi2Omg
Managing Financial Investigations and Asset Recovery Course
Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre (CAACC) in collaboration with African Development Bank conducted a Course on Managing Financial Investigations and Asset Recovery Course from the 08th - 12 th JULY 2024. The course was designed with the intention of meeting the needs of anti-corruption agencies involved in investigating financial crimes like corruption and money laundering focusing particularly on the following areas;
1. Financial Investigation techniques
2. Conducting Parallel Investigation
3. Asset tracing, Asset Forfeiture and Asset Recovery
4. Process-laid down examples of Asset Seizures Procedures
5. Asset Repatriation and Asset Management
Corporate Social Responsibility - Solomon Dihutso Primary School
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However, the scourge of corruption acts as a blight that stunts their growth, depriving them of opportunities and infringing upon their fundamental right to education. When resources meant for educational infrastructure are siphoned off and when funds allocated for school supplies are stolen without a conscience our children are the ones who suffer the most. These blatant acts of corruption affect the right to education which is provided for in the Children's Act, let us remember in the same breath that it is an offence to deny a child education. In a corrupt society children are forced to learn in dilapidated classrooms, they lack essential educational materials, and many are even denied the chance to pursue their dreams through higher education.
In two days CAACC and DCEC shall be commemorating the annual Africa Anti-Corruption Day, which signifies our commitment to fight corruption and re-affirms our pledge to ensure that we do so for a better Africa. Our theme for this year is: "Effective Whistleblower Protection Mechanism: A Critical Tool in the Fight Against Corruption.” "Ka Setswana re raya gore “Thulaganyo e e atlegileng ya go sireletsa maloma tsebe: Tsamaiso e e maleba mo go lwantsheng tshenyetso sechaba” This theme serves as a clarion call to us all. It reminds us that the fight against corruption is not just the responsibility of a few, but a collective duty that we must all undertake.
Corruption Prevention in Public Sector | Day Three
Today, we focus on the intersection of corruption and digitalization. Professor John Hatchard discusses the challenges and opportunities that digitalization brings to corruption prevention.
In the afternoon session, Mr. Richelieu Lomax from the World Bank addresses fraud and corruption in procurement as one of the risk areas in the public sector and the prevention measures, followed by innovative approaches involving civil society and the media. An engaging and thought-provoking day!
Corruption Prevention in the Public Sector | Day Two
Day 2 of Corruption in the Public Sector Course started on a Smooth gear after a great Day 1 where Professor John Hatchard paved way by making a great introductory session dwelling on Corruption Prevention Concepts and Best Practices in Preventing Corruption in the Public Sector.
On this second day, Mr. Itumeleng Mongale, Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice Officer in the UNODC speaking to the Risk Management Approaches of Corruption Prevention focusing on the UNCAC Convention.
One of areas that Mr Mongale focused on was Asset Declaration as one of the tools in dealing with corruption, he presented this topic from the UNCAC perspective.
Corruption Prevention in the Public Sector.
Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre (CAACC) in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is hosting a Virtual Course - "Corruption Prevention in the Public Sector" from July 17th to 20th, 2024.
This Course promises to provide participants with practical and critical knowledge on various corruption prevention approaches and sharing of International best practices.
The Course will feature Corruption Prevention and Public Education officers from twenty-three anti-corruption agencies in Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Agencies.
Regional Training: Beneficial Ownership Transparency
15.04.24
Today marks the commencement of our four days training session focused on advancing anti-corruption efforts in Africa through beneficial ownership training. This session is attended by representatives from Financial Intelligence Centers (FICs), anti-corruption agencies, and company registries from selected member countries of the Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre (CAACC), especially those in the early stages of beneficial ownership implementation. Participants are from Botswana, Eswatini, Gabon, Lesotho, Malawi, Namibia, Sierra Leone, and South Africa.
Regional Training: Beneficial Ownership Transparency
16.04.24
The second day of the training began with a recap of Day 1 by the participants, facilitated by Mr. Rantsetse, Centre Manager of Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre. Participants reflected on the status of Beneficial Ownership Transparency (BOT) in their home countries, highlighting issues like the lack of public information which hampers BOT efficiency. They discussed their learnings about legal and beneficial ownership, focusing on identifying the natural person who owns assets.
Ms. Karabo Rajuili, Director of Country Implementation of Open Ownership led a substantive session, starting with an exercise where participants divided into two groups for a study tour on the third day. She covered foundational concepts of BOT, emphasizing transparency and the importance of making data available. She discussed the significance of BO data quality, different types of BO data users, and the necessity of structured data for effective policy implementation. Participants explored whether an agency can effectively collect, store, and use BO data without users understanding its purpose. The session concluded with discussions on data requirements, usability, and pattern identification in BO datasets to recognize trends and risks.
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Live: Opening of the 14th Regional Conference for Anti-Corruption Agencies In Commonwealth Africa | 06.05.24
Today, the Association of Anti-Corruption Agencies in Commonwealth Africa (AAACoA) is excited to unveil a prestigious high-level review of the 14th Conference tailored to facilitate knowledge exchange among Heads of Anti-Corruption Agencies across Commonwealth Africa. The Secretariat of this association, CAACC, is pleased to share the highlights of this event with the global community.
This conference creates a platform where delegates are accorded a valuable opportunity to share strategies and tactics for addressing corruption within their respective nations. This is achieved through a combination of insightful presentations, interactive group discussions, and networking sessions. The ultimate goal is to fulfill the Conference's objectives and promote collaborative efforts in combating corruption across Africa.
We are honored to have in our midst esteemed strategic and development partners whose participation has come a long way in enriching networking opportunities and providing invaluable support in our collective fight against corruption, financial crimes and related offences.
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REGIONAL TRAINING-ADVANCING ANTI-CORRUPTION IN AFRICA THROUGH BENEFICIAL OWNERSHIP TRANSPARENCY.
15th April 2024 marked the commencement of the training programme on Advancing Anti-Corruption in Africa through Beneficial Ownership Transparency. This 4-days regional training is organised by Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre (CAACC) in partnership with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and Open Ownership in Pretoria, South Africa.
CELEBRATING A MILESTONE: HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE CENTRE'S 10 PLUS 1 YEARS ANNIVERSARY DAY EVENT.
On 27th February, CAACC commemorated a significant milestone with a day filled with festivities, reflection, and gratitude under theme; “Strengthening Partnership Opportunities for the next 10 years.” at Royal Aria in Tlokweng, Botswana. As we look back on this memorable occasion, let revisit the highlights from 10 plus 1 years Anniversary Day Event, a celebration of our journey, our achievements, and our unwavering commitment to excellence.
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“PLAY YOUR PART! LET’S RID AFRICA OF CORRUPTION’’
25TH – 26TH APRIL 2023
The Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre (CAACC) on 25th and 26th April 2023 hosted an Anti-Corruption Symposium under the theme “Play your part! Let’s rid Africa of Corruption.”
In his welcoming remarks, The Centre Manager, Mr Mogolodi Rantsetse said that, ‘corruption in the African Continent is rampant and this dampens direct foreign investment, which if not addressed would lead to pitiable education system, poor health care, infrastructure’.
CAPACITY BUILDING: STRENGTHENING THE CAPACITY OF ANTI-CORRUPTION OFFICERS ON FINANCIAL INVESTIGATION (CORRUPTION) WORKSHOP.
The CAACC is collaborating with Malkara Consulting Pty (Ltd) to run a face-to-face workshop titled Financial Investigation (Corruption) for the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime, Botswana Police Service, Financial Intelligence Agency and Non-Banking Financial Institutions Regulatory Authority from the
12th-23rd September 2022 in Gaborone.
PRESS RELEASE
Launch of Week-Long Training on Corruption in Public Procurement by Commonwealth Africa Anti-Corruption Centre (CAACC) and Partnership for Transparency (PTF) January 31, 2022, Gaborone, Botswana.
NATIONAL ANTI-CORRUPTION COMMISSION, CAMEROON: Civil Society Coalition Against Corruption
The Chief Ombudsman and the Executive Director of Rwanda feedback exchange meeting on the proposed EAC Asset Declaration dated the 29th of July 2021.
ICAC: Africa Anti-Corruption Day
The Independent Commission Against Corruption organized a virtual reflection forum titled "OVERCOMING
CORRUPTION VULNERABILITIES IN THE FACE OF COVID-19 PANDEMIC" on the 12th July 2021. Seventy-five participants from fifty institutions took part in the virtual forum to trigger discussions on the risk and vulnerabilities of corruption associated with the pandemic and to brainstorm strategies to
eliminate the risk.
The Commonwealth Secretary-General's visit
The Commonwealth Secretary- General Rt. Hon Patricia Scotland paid her first official visit to Botswana from 3rd to 8th July 2021, arriving from Zambia on 3rd July, for official meetings with several government departments.
Empowering investigators and legal officers with Financial Investigations and Asset Recovery skills.
The Centre in collaboration with African Development Bank and Basel Institute on Governance conducted a virtual training programme on Financial Investigations and Asset Recovery.
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