Ex-Ghana President, Akufo-Addo, identifies corruption as Africa’s biggest governance challenge.

Former Ghanaian President, Nana Akufo-Addo, has identified corruption as Africa's most persistent governance challenge. 

Speaking at the National Defence College in Nigeria, he pointed out that corruption is a fundamental threat to development, eroding public trust and crippling service delivery.

Arguing that many African anti-corruption agencies lack independence and resources, thereby hindering their effectiveness, Akufo-Addo cited Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index, where over two-thirds of African countries scored below 50 out of 100 in 2023, but acknowledged Rwanda and Botswana as examples of countries where independent, well-resourced anti-corruption bodies have made a significant impact."

To combat corruption, Akufo-Addo stressed the need for political will, strong laws, citizen engagement, and technological innovations, expressing optimism that with these measures in place, African countries can make progress in fighting corruption and promoting good governance.

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