The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) is a government department in Malawi that was established in 1997, with the mission of spearheading the fight against corruption through prevention, education, and law enforcement.[1] It aims at combating corruption in all its forms, and to promote integrity and good governance in Malawi.[2][1]
| Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | 26 November 1997 |
| Jurisdiction | Government of Malawi |
| Status | active |
| Headquarters | Mulanje House, City Centre Lilongwe Malawi |
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It was established during the presidency of Bakili Muluzi, who was a key figure in fighting against corruption in Malawi.[2]
History
editOrigin and establishment
editThe ACB was established in response to the need to combat corruption in Malawi, which was seen as a major obstacle to the country's development. The bureau was set up as an independent body, with the power to investigate and prosecute corruption cases. [2][3][4]
Achievements
editThe ACB has achieved several successes in its fight against corruption, including the prosecution of high-profile cases and the recovery of stolen assets.[5] The bureau has also established a number of initiatives aimed at preventing corruption, such as the National Anti-Corruption Strategy and the Anti-Corruption Awareness Program.[6]
Vision and mission
editThe vision of the agency is to create a corruption-free Malawi, where public resources are used for the benefit of all citizens. The mission is to spearhead the fight against corruption through prevention, education, and law enforcement.
Leadership
editThe current Director General of the agency is Mr. Reyneck Matemba, who was appointed in 2020. The Deputy Director General is Mr. Christopher Tukula.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ a b "Malawi's Corruption Monitor Arrests Cabinet Minister, Two Other Officials over Fuel Deals". Voice of America. 2021-08-10. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
- ^ a b c "Anti-Corruption Bureau- Malawi | SAACON". www.saacon.org. Retrieved 2024-06-12.
- ^ Munthali, Burnett (2024-06-06). "Martha Chizuma's Tenure at Malawi's Anti-Corruption Bureau: A Three-Year Retrospective Malawi 24 | Latest News from Malawi". Malawi 24. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
- ^ "Malawi's anti-corruption chief leaves post – DW – 05/31/2024". dw.com. Retrieved 2024-06-14.
- ^ "The Anti-Corruption Bureau – Creating a Corruption free Malawi". Retrieved 2024-06-14.
- ^ "The Anti-Corruption Bureau: Report - Introduction". www.sdnp.org.mw. Retrieved 2024-06-12.