Development cooperation

A review mechanism without meaningful participation reduces credibility and impact. Strengthening the involvement of civil society organisations will help the UN Convention against Corruption (UNCAC) meet its standards in reducing corruption.

36% of peace processes between 1990 and 2023 included anti-corruption measures. Agreements that attempt to redetermine the future of the state more commonly include anti-corruption initiatives. But secondary mediation and other underused channels can be used to incorporate anti-corruption reforms.

Corruption disrupts business, undermines development assistance, and leads to unsustainable trade and borrowing, underscoring the need for anti-corruption measures in the Financing for Development agenda

In conflict settings, aid agencies operating cross-border face challenges to monitor aid use and impact, thus needing strategies to handle the inherent political, fiduciary, and human risks.

Explore the nuances of whistleblowing in aid organisations. Tailor reporting channels, professionalise investigations, prioritise gender considerations, and foster local engagement for transparency.