The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has released findings that Anthony Manning, the former CEO of School Infrastructure NSW, engaged in corrupt conduct. The investigation concluded that Manning misused his position to direct project funds to a company he had a personal interest in, breaching public trust and procurement policies.
The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has formally requested that President Bola Tinubu investigate the reported disappearance of ₦2.9 billion from two Nigerian government agencies, citing concerns over public fund mismanagement and calling for transparency and accountability in governance.
South Africa's Special Investigating Unit (SIU) has referred hundreds of cases involving fraud and corruption within the water and sanitation sector for prosecution. The investigations, spanning several years, highlight systemic issues and financial mismanagement, with the SIU actively pursuing legal action to recover misappropriated public funds and hold perpetrators accountable.
A lawyer in Malta has been reported to authorities following allegations of suggesting a bribe to expedite a residency permit application. The case involves claims of payments intended to influence processes at the government's visa agency, prompting scrutiny into residency application procedures and professional conduct within the legal sector.
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Military Police have initiated an investigation into allegations of fraud and corruption linked to the 2024 Armed Forces Day celebrations held in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. The probe focuses on procurement irregularities and financial mismanagement surrounding the event's organization.
South African authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of a key witness who provided testimony regarding corruption in Ekurhuleni. The Madlanga Commission of Inquiry has welcomed the development, emphasizing the importance of protecting those who come forward to expose wrongdoing in the public sector.
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced robust anti-corruption measures during his State of the Nation Address, including bolstering the Hawks, SIU, and NPA, and introducing a Whistleblower Protections Bill to Parliament. These steps aim to combat widespread corruption and protect those who expose wrongdoing.
A study published on February 9, 2026, by Nippon.com, based on a Mynavi survey, reveals that one in four Japanese companies has experienced 'baito tero'—inappropriate actions by part-time staff—and a majority lack adequate preventative measures, highlighting significant corporate vulnerability.
A recent survey reveals that over half of Canadian job seekers suspect they have applied for 'ghost jobs,' roles advertised without genuine intent to hire. This practice is causing significant frustration, eroding trust in the hiring process, and negatively affecting job seekers' mental health and motivation across the country.
Prudential Life Insurance Company of Japan has announced a voluntary 90-day suspension of new sales activity, effective February 9, 2026. This measure follows an internal investigation that uncovered widespread employee misconduct, including inappropriate investment solicitations, leading to significant customer losses.
An Oxfam trustee, Dr. Balwant Singh, has resigned from the charity's board, accusing it of 'cruel and inhumane' treatment of former Chief Executive Halima Begum. Singh expressed a loss of confidence in the board's governance and called for external regulatory intervention, raising significant concerns about internal operations.
Archbishop Charles Scicluna of Malta has strongly criticized a recent ruling by Standards Commissioner Joseph Azzopardi, which stated that Members of Parliament (MPs) are not duty-bound to tell the truth under their current code of ethics. Scicluna described the decision as an 'affront to human decency,' sparking widespread debate on ethical standards in Maltese public life. The ruling stemmed from a complaint against MP Claudette Buttigieg regarding statements about a proposed incinerator.
A confidential legal guide advising barristers on how to suppress criminal cases in Victoria has been exposed, intensifying concerns over judicial transparency and the state's justice system. The guide reportedly details tactics for obtaining suppression orders, including leveraging mental health arguments, amidst a rising number of such orders in the state.
Slovakia's parliament has approved a government plan to dismantle the independent Whistleblower Protection Office, established in 2021. The move, pushed through via a fast-track procedure by Prime Minister Robert Fico's coalition, faces strong criticism from the EU, legal experts, and opposition, who warn of weakened corruption safeguards and a potential violation of EU directives.
Slovakia's parliament has approved a government plan to abolish the independent Office for the Protection of Whistleblowers, a move critics say undermines anti-corruption efforts. The new law, passed by the ruling coalition, will establish a government-controlled body and take effect on January 1, 2026.
Slovakia's parliament has approved a government plan to abolish the independent Office for the Protection of Whistleblowers. The move, backed by Prime Minister Robert Fico's coalition, passed on December 9, 2025, despite strong objections from the EU, legal experts, and civil society, who warn it will weaken anti-corruption efforts and protection for those reporting wrongdoing.
Italy has fallen to 52nd position in the 2024 Corruption Perception Index, losing ten places from its previous ranking. The report, released by Transparency International, indicates a decline in the nation's anti-corruption efforts, marking its first significant setback since 2012.
Peru has initiated a new legal effort in a New York federal court, filing an application to seek documents from Brookfield and other entities. This move is part of ongoing criminal proceedings in Peru concerning an allegedly corrupt toll highway project, following a prior vacated request by the City of Lima.
A New York federal judge has granted Peru permission to seek documents from Brookfield and other entities for criminal proceedings related to an allegedly corrupt toll highway project, Rutas de Lima, originally linked to Odebrecht's bribery scheme.
An ethics watchdog, the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments (Acoba), has found former Prime Minister Boris Johnson breached rules on abusing contacts gained in public office. The finding follows his refusal to address allegations of lobbying the UAE and Saudi Arabia for private gain.
