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August 3, 2026
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GIZ, EU and Germany support Ghana to strengthen institutional collaboration in fight against corruption
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- GIZ, Germany, and the European Union have supported an initiative to strengthen Ghana's anti-corruption efforts.
- An inter-agency dialogue was facilitated to enhance collaboration among key accountability and law enforcement institutions.
- Participants included CHRAJ, Ghana Police Service, OSP, EOCO, Attorney-General's Office, and the Judicial Service.
- The goal is to improve coordination in investigating, prosecuting, and adjudicating corruption-related cases.
- This initiative is part of the PAIReD program, co-financed by Germany, the EU, and Switzerland, and implemented by GIZ in partnership with Ghana's Ministry of Finance.
Why This Matters
Combating corruption is fundamental for Ghana's economic development, good governance, and attracting foreign investment. This initiative's focus on strengthening inter-agency coordination can lead to more effective prosecution of corruption cases, thereby enhancing public trust in the justice system and improving the overall business environment.
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