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Ivan Zhakata
Herald Correspondent
The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (Zacc) has reaffirmed its commitment to building a corruption-free Zimbabwe in line with the country’s aspirations as espoused in the National Development Strategy.
Speaking at the International Anti-Corruption Day on behalf of chairperson Mr Michael Reza, Dr Onesmus Nyaude, the National Anti-Corruption Strategy (NACS) coordinator said they are striving to nurture a young generation that is not only aware of the dangers of corruption but is actively involved in eradicating the scourge.
The International Anti-Corruption Day is running under the theme “Uniting with the Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s Integrity”, which spotlights the importance of youth participation in the fight against corruption.
“We believe that the youths are the custodians of integrity and the stewards of the future and have therefore placed youth engagement at the core of our strategies,” Mr Reza said.
“Schools, universities, and civic society organisations are actively working with us to raise awareness and build a culture of transparency, accountability and ethical leadership. I am glad to inform you that some universities have already started infusing anti-corruption content into their curriculum.
“Fighting corruption is top on the agenda of the Second Republic. The vision for a prosperous and empowered upper middle-income society by 2030 with job opportunities and high quality life for the citizens is anchored on, among other things, an aggressive fight against all forms of corruption.”
Mr Reza said the establishment of institutions like Zacc and the National Prosecuting Authority is part of the official mechanism to combat graft, adding that Government alone will not be able to eradicate corruption.
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