The Hidden Cost of Corruption in Africa | Transparency International

How does corruption impact the availability and quality of public services in Africa, especially for vulnerable groups like women and children?

Corruption in public services significantly affects access to essential resources like healthcare and education, with the hardest hit being women, girls, and marginalized communities. According to Transparency International’s Global Corruption Barometer – Africa 2019, one in four public service users paid a bribe, further deepening inequalities. Women, comprising two-thirds of patients in public health systems, suffer the most, as patriarchal structures limit their access to resources, credit, and influence over public policies. This video explores how corruption widens gender inequality, increases poverty, and exposes vulnerable populations to exploitation and abuse.

In partnership with six Transparency International’s national chapters in Africa, we are tackling corruption in education and healthcare across the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ghana, Madagascar, Rwanda, and Zimbabwe. Our goal is to close corruption loopholes in public institutions and empower women, girls, and marginalized groups to demand accountability.

Learn more about the project "All 4 inclusive service delivery Africa (ISDA)" here http://anticorru.pt/35J

This project receives the support of Global Affairs Canada.

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