Harare, Zimbabwe – June 20, 2024
Zimbabwe is joining the international community in the fight against corruption, attending the International Anti-Corruption Conference (IACC) in Vilnius, Lithuania from June 18-21, 2024. The conference, themed “Confronting Global Threats: Standing for Integrity,” is funded by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the UN Global Impact.
Corruption: A Growing Threat
Corruption is a growing threat to governance, economic development, and national security, affecting countries worldwide. The conference provides a platform for discussions on promoting business integrity, leading to economic development.
Zimbabwe’s Fight Against Corruption
The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZAAC) is currently grappling with numerous high-level tender corruption cases. The conference comes at a critical time for ZAAC, which seeks to enhance its integrity and strengthen its strategies in the fight against corruption.
Benefits for Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is poised to benefit from more robust and coordinated strategies in its fight against corruption, ultimately strengthening its integrity. The conference provides an opportunity for Zimbabwe to learn from international best practices and enhance its anti-corruption efforts.
