Commission Participates in Commonwealth Anti-Corruption Agencies Conference
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission is participating in the 9th Commonwealth Regional Conference of the heads of anti-corruption agencies in Africa. The week-long event aims to create a platform for the agencies to strengthen their cooperation and collaboration in the fight against corruption.
The conference, whose theme is, Time to act: Prevent corruption for sustainable development, was officially opened by Uganda’s President Yoweri Kaguta Mseveni at Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa in the country’s capital city, Kampala. Among those present is Rt. Honourable Patricia Scotland, the Commonwealth Secretary General.
The anti-corruption drivers are expected to share experiences and innovative strategies. The conference will conclude with the annual general meeting of the association and election of new officials.
Member countries will also sign a final communiqué outlining the agreed policy interventions. The Commission’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Twalib Mbarak, and other officials are representing Kenya.
