South Africa’s Hints of Clean Governance

South Africa’s hints of clean governance

Corruption in high places remains a test for the country. Yet officials have scored some wins against graft and fraud, an opportunity to renew trust and civic values.

Africa: South Africa's Special Investigating Unit Shows How Corruption Can Be Beaten

Analysis - In South Africa's struggling anti-corruption landscape, leadership and operational independence are among the factors enabling the unit's success.

SA's Special Investigating Unit shows how corruption can be beaten

In SA’s struggling anti-corruption landscape, leadership and operational independence are among the factors enabling the unit’s success.

SA’s Special Investigating Unit shows how corruption can be beaten

In a country where anti-corruption enforcement is floundering, outgunned or captured, one agency keeps delivering good results – the Special Investigating Unit (SIU). Entering its headquarters in Pretoria, it is easy to see how the SIU is different from many other government agencies. The modern building is a beehive of energy – staff bustle around with purpose and direction. The question is why this agency stands out from the rest. New Institut…