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17 Apr

The Top 10 Corruption Threats Facing Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs)

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Conflicts of interest, Costs of Corruption, Ethics, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions, Transparency, Types of Fraud and Corruption

Technical Staff April 17, 2024 Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) play a vital role in the global economy, driving innovation, creating jobs, and fostering economic growth. “They represent about 90% of businesses and more than 50% of employment worldwide. Formal SMEs contribute up to 40% of national income (GDP) in […]

13 Apr

Auditing in Crisis: Restoring Trust in the Wake of Scandal

Posted by Mike Masoud Accountability, CACM, Conflicts of interest, Costs of Corruption, Ethics, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions, Transparency, Types of Fraud and Corruption

Rebuilding Integrity, Upholding Excellence Mike J. Masoud April 13, 2024 Key Insights: Navigating the Road to Ethical Auditing 1. Reform Needed: Urgent calls for significant reform in the audit profession to prevent future ethical lapses. 2. Accountability Matters: Highlighting the crucial role of accountability in maintaining trust in financial reporting. […]

04 Apr

Safeguarding Whistleblowers from Retaliation: Upholding Integrity

Posted by Mike Masoud Accountability, Leadership, Opinions, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), Transparency, whistleblowing

Mike J. MasoudApril 4, 2024 Whistleblowing stands as an unparalleled force in the battle against fraud and corruption. Its potency lies not only in its effectiveness but also in its cost-efficiency. As the vanguards of integrity, whistleblowers play a pivotal role in unveiling malfeasance and upholding integrity within organizations. However, […]

04 Apr

Upholding Ethical Standards: Leadership Responses to Procurement Bribery

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Business Ethics, Costs of Corruption, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), Transparency, whistleblowing

Technical staff April 4, 2024 In the complex landscape of business ethics, leaders often find themselves facing tough decisions that can profoundly impact the integrity and reputation of their organizations. One such scenario arises when undisputed evidence of bribery emerges within the procurement process. This presents a critical juncture where […]

30 Mar

UPHOLDING THE RULE OF LAW AND CORRUPTION PREVENTION

Posted by Mike Masoud Accountability, Africa, Costs of Corruption, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions, Principles of Fighting Corruption, Standards on Fighting Corruptin (SFC), Transparency

March 30, 2024 Mike J. MasoudWole Fagbayide Corruption is a global phenomenon that has its roots back in history and will always be present. While there is a consensus on the socioeconomic and political damages corruption causes, experts, and researchers, do not have a well-established agreement on what causes it. […]

27 Mar

Behind Closed Doors: Exposing the Dangers of Conflicts of Interest.

Posted by The AACI Accountability, Conflicts of interest, Governance, Opinions, Transparency

Technical Staff March 25, 2024 Today is March 25, 2024, and welcome back to “The Edge: Anti-Corruption” podcast series presented by The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI). In today’s episode, we highlight the critical issue of conflicts of interest among public officials. While it’s a legal concept, its implications stretch far […]

20 Mar

Strengthening Anti-Corruption Measures: A Call to Action for Board Members, Management, and Regulators

Posted by Mike Masoud Accountability, Business Ethics, Certification, Costs of Corruption, Governance, Internal Control, Leadership, Opinions, Principles of Fighting Corruption, Transparency

Mike J. Masoud March 20, 2024 Introduction In the wake of Episode 8 of The Edge: Anti-Corruption Podcast, which explored “Detecting Corruption: 10 Red Flags Every Organization Should Watch For,” it is evident that heightened awareness and proactive measures are imperative in combating fraud and corruption within organizations. This blog […]