Understanding the Corruption Perceptions Index

Alfaro, Emigdio

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-84535-3_9

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“…Notably, officials in the mentioned countries misuse their power to extract personal gain in exchange for preferential treatment (Jansky & Li, 2021). Additionally, their public sectors are riddled with illegal appropriation of public funds for private (embezzlement), and nepotism, to illustrate but a few (Alfaro, 2022). As a result of these corrupt activities, it is probable to argue that corrupt countries are stifled in terms of economic development, which arguably hinders the delivery of essential public services, which in turn erodes public trust.…”

Section: Corruption Perceptions Indexmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review of Effectiveness of Anti-Corruption Strategies and Institutions in Kenya

M. Daud

2024

AJOCS

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It is often stated that the fight against corruption in Kenya does not need strong men; rather, the onslaught against pilferage and plundering of public resources requires strong institutions. Unfortunately, present efforts to combat corruption in Kenya have yielded a mixed bag of results, both negative and positive. Ostensibly, extant discourses indicate that anti-corruption institutions in Kenya and the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission in particular have been unable to achieve a single high-profile conviction. Towards this, the debate on the effectiveness of anti-corruption strategies and the institution in the country is interminable. It is, therefore, the view of this study that institutions in Kenya face systemic and endemic snugs that are perhaps preventing them from achieving their institutional duty of custodianship of good practice. Results from this conceptual review indicate that although Kenya has one of the most progressive legislative and institutional frameworks on anti-corruption, the Corruption Perception Index has it that Kenya still experiences high corruption, with a score of 3 out of 10, or a ranking of position 126 out of 180 countries. Although the study noted political interference, particularly from the executive, it underscores that anti-corruption institutions do not have adequate human and financial resources, which are thought to hinder their capacity to investigate and prosecute corrupt individuals. It is recommended that Kenya should strengthen legal safeguards, empower whistleblowers, implement various anti-corruption strategies, and entrench a culture of integrity. The study recommends that the anti-corruption institutions should be allocated sufficient resources, both human and financial, so that they carry out their duties independently. The study further recommends that the future of anti-corruption actions depends on incorporating civil society organizations, the media, and international partners into the campaign against the misappropriation of public funds, as these entities play peripheral, yet pivotal roles in oversight, advocating for reforms, and enhancing public awareness. Top of Form Over and above, the study notes the criticality of freeing independent institutions from the control of the executive so that they can work autonomously.

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Section: Corruption Perceptions Indexmentioning

confidence: 99%

A Review of Effectiveness of Anti-Corruption Strategies and Institutions in Kenya

M. Daud

2024

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“…Perception surveys, another important tool in studying corruption, offer a subjective but valuable perspective. Surveys such as those conducted by Transparency International resulting in the CPI provide rankings of countries based on perceived corruption levels [ 65 ]. While not quantifying corruption explicitly, these surveys offer a broader understanding of its prevalence and intensity across different nations.…”

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Investigating the dynamics of tax evasion and revenue leakage in somali customs

Nor,

Mohamed

2024

PLoS ONE

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This study aims to investigate the dynamics of tax evasion and revenue leakage in the Somali customs framework, providing insights into the systemic opportunity structures, tax governance deficiencies, and personal incentive structures that facilitate these practices. By applying agency theory and rent-seeking theory, this research seeks to deepen the understanding of the complex relationship between individual motivations and systemic vulnerabilities in exacerbating corruption and tax evasion in a post-conflict governance context. By employing structural equation modeling (SEM) within the ADANCO-SEM analysis framework, this study analyzes primary survey data. This approach allows for a comprehensive examination of the relationships between systemic, governance, and personal factors contributing to corruption and tax evasion. The findings reveal a significant positive relationship between systemic opportunity structures, tax governance deficiencies, and personal incentive structures and the prevalence of tax evasion and corruption. Specifically, systemic opportunity structures were found to significantly influence both tax governance deficiencies and personal incentive structures, highlighting the intertwined nature of these factors in facilitating corrupt practices and tax evasion in Somali customs. This study underscores the urgent need for comprehensive reforms targeting systemic vulnerabilities, enhancing tax governance frameworks, and aligning personal incentives with the public interest. Practical applications include the adoption of advanced technological solutions for improved monitoring and transparency, as well as the development of targeted training programs for customs officials to foster ethical standards and compliance. This research contributes to the existing body of knowledge by providing a unique empirical examination of corruption and tax evasion in the context of Somali customs, a largely underexplored area in the literature. By integrating agency theory and rent-seeking theory, this study offers novel insights into the mechanisms of corruption and tax evasion, highlighting the importance of addressing both systemic and individual factors in combating these issues.

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