Zimbabwean Corruption – a major issue

This indicates a worsening situation, with the country slipping three points from last year ¹.

Key Areas of Corruption:

– Public Sector: Regarded as the most corrupt sector, with the police, political parties, and parliament/legislature being the most corrupt institutions.
– Diamond Trade: Zimbabwe loses significant revenue due to corruption, with estimates suggesting over $1 billion in unaccounted diamond-related revenue.
– Government Contracts: Inflated prices and lack of transparency in government contracts, such as the $100 million voting materials scandal involving the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission.
– COVID-19 Response: Allegations of corruption in the procurement of masks, with prices inflated to $500 per mask.

Reports and Initiatives:

– Transparency International Zimbabwe has published several reports on corruption, including the 2021 National Bribe Payers Index and a corruption risk assessment of the education sector.
– The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) was established in 2004, but its effectiveness has been questioned ² ³.

International Concerns:

– The international community has expressed concerns over corruption in Zimbabwe, with the U4 Anti-Corruption Resource Centre highlighting the impact of corruption on human rights and economic development.
– The African Union and Southern African Development Community have also expressed concerns and urged the government to take action ⁴.