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anti-corruption
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themandarin.com.aupolitics24 days ago
Australia attorney general says anti-corruption body needs reset after commissioner resignation
The attorney general stated the National Anti-Corruption Commission requires renewed public support after its first commissioner announced plans to step down in July. The outgoing commissioner cited criticism that had shifted focus from the agency's mission.
news.ycombinator.comworld33 days ago
Uganda Maintains Specialized Anti-Corruption Court and Inspectorate
Uganda operates an Anti-Corruption Court and an Inspectorate of Government with constitutional powers to investigate and prosecute public officials. The system also includes asset declaration rules and anti-money laundering laws that permit freezing and recovery of suspicious ass…
channel4.comworld33 days ago
EFCC Chairman Orders Investigation After Hospital Operation
The chairman of Nigeria's Economic and Financial Crimes Commission said operatives will face internal discipline if found to have violated standards during a May 12 operation at a teaching hospital. A full investigation was ordered after the incident drew criticism from medical g…
cointelegraph.compolitics34 days ago
Nigeria Banks Permit Inactive Companies to Maintain Accounts
Officials at Nigeria's central bank are working with other agencies to strengthen customer verification and monitoring rules for corporate accounts. Transparency advocates say inactive companies are being used to obtain public contracts while hiding beneficial owners.
theindependent.sgworld41 days ago
Malaysia Anti-Graft Chief Set to End Six-Year Term With Two Investigations Pending
The head of Malaysia's anti-graft agency is scheduled to complete his six-year term. Two investigations linked to him and the agency remain unresolved. The developments were reported on May 12, 2026.
manilatimes.networld45 days ago
Anti-Corruption Groups Challenge Defense in Libyan Funding Appeal Trial
Lawyers for three anti-corruption organizations presented closing arguments on the second day of plaintiffs' presentations in an appeal trial concerning alleged foreign funding of a 2007 French presidential election campaign. The groups Sherpa, Anticor and Transparency Internatio…
South China Morning Postworld47 days ago
Malaysia Unveils Four Recovered 1MDB Paintings Valued at $198,125 at Anti-Corruption Headquarters
Four paintings linked to the 1MDB scandal, including works by Picasso and Miro, were displayed publicly for the first time at Malaysia's anti-corruption headquarters in Putrajaya. The artworks, repatriated from New York last month, represent a portion of assets recovered from the…
South China Morning Postworld60 days ago
Malaysia's King to Appoint New MACC Chief as Azam Baki's Term Ends Next Month
Malaysia's king stated he will choose the next head of the anti-corruption agency, confirming that Azam Baki's term will not be renewed next month. The announcement came via a social media post on April 23, 2026. No immediate comments were available from palace, government, or ag…