Corruption

Explore in-depth reports, investigations, and leaks exposing corruption at all levels of government, business, and global institutions. The Corruption category uncovers bribery, abuse of power, and illicit dealings that undermine integrity and accountability. Stay informed with evidence-based insights into the networks of influence and corruption that shape decision-making behind the scenes

Corruption

Sep 09, 2024Sep 24, 2024

Central American Development Bank and Ex-President Launch Dueling Lawsuits

The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) has been trying to clean up its image after allegations of major mismanagement. But those efforts are now overshadowed by dueling lawsuits between the bank and its former president –– with each accusing the other of tarnishing their reputations.

Mary Williams

Corruption

Sep 04, 2024Sep 24, 2024

Ugandan Women Stage Naked Protest Against Corruption

Ugandan police arrested three women who on Monday protested topless on streets of Kampala to draw attention to the country’s rampant corruption problem.

Mary Williams

Corruption

Sep 03, 2024Sep 24, 2024

Poll Shows Corruption Drives Emigration Among African Youth

The 2024 African Youth Survey shows that 80% of young people in Africa see corruption as an obstacle to progress, pushing three-in-five to consider emigration to the Global North, according to a survey conducted by a non-government organization.

Mary Williams

Corruption

Sep 03, 2024Sep 24, 2024

South Africa Launches Probe into Eskom’s Gupta Contracts

South Africa’s fight against corruption intensifies as President Cyril Ramaphosa greenlights an investigation into state-owned Eskom, targeting deals allegedly tied to the Guptas—one of the wealthiest Indian families with substantial business interests in South Africa.

Mary Williams

Corruption

Sep 02, 2024Sep 24, 2024

Steward Gave Controversial Consultants an Interest in Malta Company at Heart of Huge Graft Scandal

Shaukat Ali, a Pakistani businessman who helped U.S.-based Steward Health Care secure a massive public contract in Malta, says he and his son were paid only normal consulting fees for their work. Leaked documents show they were promised much more.

Mary Williams

Corruption

Aug 26, 2024Nov 11, 2024

Debt to the Fatherland: FSB general overseeing Russia’s National Guard hides from bailiffs in elite Moscow apartment

The bailiff service in Moscow’s Lefortovo district has terminated its efforts to present FSB General Vyacheslav Ryazansky with a…

Mary Williams

Corruption

Aug 08, 2024Sep 24, 2024

Kenya Airport Workers Threaten Strike over Adani Deal

The Kenya Aviation Workers Union is threatening to strike if the proposal for India’s scandal-ridden Adani Group to lease Kenya’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is not dropped.

Mary Williams