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As it celebrates its 10th anniversary, Corruption Watch (CW) has released its annual report themed “Pushing for Change” which highlights South African whistle-blower’s  contribution in the fight against corruption. CW executive director Karam Singh said the past decade reveals a volatile experience for brave whistleblowers who have not been deterred by intimidation, stringent lockdown conditions, or threats to their livelihoods and sometimes even their lives.

On 3 October the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists released the ‘Pandora Papers’ – a treasure trove of documents exposing attempts by wealthy elites to hide their assets and cash in offshore tax havens. Thirty-five current and former heads of state were named after 2.9 terabytes of leaked data that were processed, picked over, packaged and published by a global team of hundreds of journalists. It’s a potent reminder of the power of data and its ability...

Alternative forms of data can force accountability, especially in countries where the democratic space is being eroded. 

Alternative forms of data can force accountability, especially in countries where the democratic space is being eroded.

Say no to bribery and report corrupt officers It is good to see that people are starting to fight back against corrupt traffic and metro cops who try to extract bribes from motorists for what are often trumped-up offences. Corruption Watch has received 1,355 reports of traffic cops trying to solicit bribes since 2012, according to the Sunday Times... FREE TO READ | Just register if you’re new, or sign in.

Corruption Watch launches tool that offers police transparency Updated Nomfundo Ngcobo Share this: Anti-corruption organisation Corruption Watch has launched an open data tool which improves transparency in policing in the country.  Steve Bhengu In response to the many whistle-blower complaints it has received on police corruption - the organisation says it was inspired by communities experiencing police violence and abuse.  Yesterday, Corruption Watch launched the Veza tool which provides ...

Bid to improve transparency and accountability in the SAPS