The United Nations designated 9 December as International Anti-Corruption Day in 2003. The day is commemorated annually to raise awareness of the negative effects of corruption and promote transparency, accountability and good governance. This year, Malawi will commemorate it under the theme “Reporting Corruption: A Duty for All.” The United Nations has set “Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s Integrity”. Both themes are emphasizing the need for the participation of all stakeholders in the fight against corruption. The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in conjunction with United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and other stakeholders organized a series of activities as part of the commemoration.
This year’s commemoration began with a student dialogue on 26 November 2024, involving students from Kamuzu University of Science and Technology (KUHES) and Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST) to discuss “How social media corruption reports can enhance or harm the fight against corruption”.
On 7 December, the ACB together with its partners will conduct Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities at Salima District Hospital. This will be followed by a big walk on 8th December, which will take the anti-corruption message directly to the public around Salima boma.
The main event will be held on 9 December at Kaphatenga Ground in Salima. There will be activities to entertain, educate and inspire action such as comedy, traditional dances and speeches from various dignitaries.
The ACB encourages all citizens to participate in these activities and join the movement for a transparent and corruption-free society.
For media queries
Anti-Corruption Bureau Principal Public Relations Officer, Egrita Ndala | endala@acbmw.org
UNDP Communications Associate, Steve M’bayeni – steve.mbayeni@undp.org | +265993693152
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HILLARY CHILOMBA
ACTING DIRECTOR GENERAL
