Anti-Corruption Commission, Republic of Namibia

📍 OUR OFFICES ACROSS NAMIBIA – WORKING TOGETHER FOR A CORRUPTION-FREE NAMIBIA

The fight against corruption is a shared responsibility. The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) remains committed to serving all Namibians through its offices across the country, ensuring that corruption can be reported, investigated, and prevented wherever it occurs.

Whether you are in Windhoek, Otjiwarongo, Oshakati, Swakopmund, or Rundu, our offices are ready to assist you. Together, we can promote integrity, transparency, and accountability in our communities and institutions.

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Integrity. Transparency. Accountability.
Together, let's build a corruption-free Namibia.

🎓🚫 SAY NO TO BRIBERY IN EDUCATION

Every child deserves a fair chance to access education based on merit, not money, connections, or personal favours.

Paying or receiving bribes for school admission is corruption. It robs deserving learners of opportunities, undermines fairness, and weakens public trust in our education system. When corruption influences admission decisions, it sends the wrong message to our children that success can be bought instead of earned.

Education is the foundation of our nation's future. Every unfair admission secured through bribery denies another learner their rightful opportunity and contributes to a culture of dishonesty that can have lasting consequences for society.

Remember: bribery is a criminal offence. Both the person offering a bribe and the person accepting it can be held accountable under the law. What may seem like a shortcut today can lead to serious legal consequences tomorrow.

Let us protect the integrity of our schools by promoting transparency, accountability, and equal opportunities for all learners.

✅ Choose integrity.
✅ Follow proper procedures.
✅ Report corruption.
✅ Build a better future for every child.

📞 Report corruption: 0800 222 888

📚🛡️ STRENGTHENING INTEGRITY IN THE EDUCATION SECTOR

As part of its ongoing efforts to prevent and combat corruption, officers from the Anti-Corruption Commission's Public Education and Prevention Division conducted an Integrity Training session for Human Resources officials from various Ministry of Education Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture (MEIYSAC) at Dawid Bezuidenhout High School.

The training focused on promoting ethical leadership, accountability, transparency, and professionalism within the education sector. Participants were reminded that integrity is not merely a workplace requirement but a personal commitment to doing what is right, even when no one is watching.

During the presentation, officials were encouraged to uphold ethical standards in decision-making, recruitment processes, procurement activities, and the management of public resources. The session emphasized that corruption is not a victimless crime. Every act of corruption deprives learners of opportunities, weakens educational institutions, undermines public trust, and steals from future generations.

Education is the foundation upon which nations are built. When corruption infiltrates schools, offices, and public institutions, it compromises the quality of education, limits opportunities for young people, and hinders national development. Protecting the integrity of the education system is therefore a collective responsibility.

Participants were further reminded that while the wheels of justice may sometimes turn slowly, accountability remains inevitable. Individuals who engage in corrupt practices should never assume that the passage of time erases wrongdoing. Investigations may take months or years, but corruption leaves a trail, and those responsible can still be held accountable long after the offence was committed. The consequences of corruption can follow an individual throughout their career and beyond, serving as a lasting reminder that integrity should never be compromised for personal gain.

The Anti-Corruption Commission remains committed to working with stakeholders across all sectors to build a culture of honesty, accountability, and good governance. Through education, awareness, and prevention initiatives, we continue to strengthen the national fight against corruption and safeguard the future of our country.

🌍 Day of the African Child

Today, we celebrate the resilience, potential, and dreams of every African child. As we commemorate African Child Day, we are reminded that children are not only the leaders of tomorrow, they are the future we must protect today.

Corruption remains one of the greatest threats to the well-being and development of children across Africa. Every dollar stolen through corruption is a classroom left unbuilt, a hospital left unequipped, a scholarship denied, or a child's dream deferred. When corruption thrives, it is often the youngest and most vulnerable members of society who suffer the most.

The fight against corruption is therefore a fight for the future of our children. By promoting integrity, accountability, transparency, and ethical leadership, we create an environment where every child can access quality education, healthcare, protection, and equal opportunities to succeed.

On this African Child Day, let us all commit to being role models of honesty and integrity. Let us teach our children the value of doing what is right, even when no one is watching. Together, we can build a society where corruption has no place and where every child can grow up with hope, dignity, and the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Protect the future. Uphold integrity. Reject corruption.

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The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC), through its Department of Public Education and Corruption Prevention, conducted an Integrity Training for stakeholders from the Namibian Presidency and the Office of the Prime Minister OPM_Namibia, at the NIPAM Namibia.

As part of the ACC's mandate to educate the public and prevent corruption, the training focused on the importance of integrity in fostering ethical conduct, accountability, transparency, and professionalism in the workplace.

Integrity is the foundation of a safe, productive, and trustworthy working environment. It promotes fairness, responsible decision-making, and mutual respect while reducing opportunities for corruption and misconduct.

Participants were encouraged to report corruption without fear of victimisation and were informed about the critical role that whistleblowers play in exposing corrupt practices and protecting public resources. Discussions also highlighted the importance of establishing effective reporting mechanisms within institutions, enabling employees and members of the public to safely report suspected corruption for appropriate action.

By equipping public officials with the knowledge and tools to uphold ethical standards, the ACC continues to strengthen Namibia's efforts to prevent and combat corruption, promote good governance, and build public confidence in State institutions.

Together, we can create a culture of integrity where corruption has no place and accountability becomes everyone's responsibility.

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) concluded its two-day induction and strategic planning meeting, which brought together staff members from all regional offices at the Commission’s Head Office.

In his closing remarks, ACC Director-General Paulus Noa expressed appreciation to all staff members for their active participation and dedication throughout the engagement. He encouraged colleagues to remain committed to the fight against corruption, diligently execute the Commission’s mandate, and continue fostering a culture of mutual respect, professionalism, and teamwork.

The meeting provided a valuable platform for reflection, collaboration, and strategic planning as the Commission continues to strengthen its efforts to combat corruption in Namibia.

During the engagement, Executive Director Tylvas Shilongo presented on the ACC’s mandate, strategic objectives, and core values, emphasizing transparency, accountability, effective corruption prevention, stakeholder engagement, and organizational performance. Discussions also highlighted the importance of Integrity Committees, institutional independence, and partnerships with key stakeholders in advancing anti-corruption efforts.

The two-day gathering further enabled departments to share experiences, strengthen coordination, and align their efforts towards promoting integrity, accountability, and a corruption-free Namibia.

Together, we remain committed to building a nation founded on honesty, ethical leadership, and good governance.

The Anti-Corruption Commission Namibia (ACC) has convened staff members from all regional offices for a two-day induction and strategic planning meeting at its Head Office. The gathering serves as an important platform for reflection, collaboration, and charting the future direction of the Commission in its continued fight against corruption in Namibia.

During the meeting, Executive Director Mr. Tylvas Shilongo delivered a comprehensive presentation on the ACC’s mandate, highlighting the Commission’s core values, strategic pillars, and objectives. He emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability as key drivers in strengthening information management systems, enhancing performance management and accountability mechanisms, reinforcing corruption prevention measures, and improving compliance across public institutions.

Mr. Shilongo further outlined the Commission’s commitment to strengthening stakeholder engagement, improving organizational performance, and ensuring an effective regulatory framework to support anti-corruption efforts. He stressed that the success of the ACC depends not only on its internal capacity but also on the willingness of the public to report corruption, strong political commitment demonstrated through adequate legal powers and resources, and effective collaboration with key partners such as Namibian Police Force (NAMPOL), Namibia Revenue Agency-NamRA, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders.

The Executive Director also underscored the significance of Integrity Committees across Offices, Ministries, and Agencies (O/M/As), Regional Councils, and Local Authorities, as well as the need to safeguard the independence of the ACC to effectively execute its mandate.

Recognizing the growing demand for its services, the Commission is currently reviewing its organizational structure to address staffing challenges, strengthen operational capacity, and enhance visibility across all regions of the country.

The two-day engagement will provide an opportunity for all departments to share insights, strengthen coordination, and learn from one another as they work towards a common goal of promoting integrity, accountability, and a corruption-free Namibia.

📚 PROMOTING ETHICAL LEADERSHIP IN SCHOOLS

The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) continues to strengthen its efforts in promoting integrity, accountability, and ethical leadership across Namibia.

Today, ACC Public Education and Corruption Prevention Officers, Mr. Alexander Ngola and Mr. Tomas Ntinda, addressed school principals from across the Khomas Region during a principals' meeting held at Havana High School in the Havana Settlement.

The engagement formed part of the Commission's mandate to educate and empower leaders on ethical conduct, good governance, and corruption prevention. School principals play a critical role in shaping the values and character of future generations, making them key partners in the fight against corruption.

During the session, the officers highlighted the importance of fostering a culture of integrity within educational institutions and emphasized that corruption can undermine the quality of education, erode public trust, and negatively impact learners' opportunities. Participants were encouraged to lead by example and to promote transparency, fairness, and accountability in all school operations.

The ACC further encouraged schools to invite the Commission to conduct Corruption Risk Assessments, Integrity Awareness Sessions, and Educational Outreach Programmes aimed at equipping both educators and learners with the knowledge and tools needed to identify, prevent, and report corrupt practices.

By educating young people and empowering educators, we can cultivate a generation that values honesty, accountability, and responsible leadership. Together, we can build stronger institutions, protect public resources, and create a corruption-free Namibia.

💬 Discussion Question: What role do you think schools should play in teaching learners about ethics, integrity, and the dangers of corruption?

Ministry of Higher Education,Technology and Innovation Ministry of Education Innovation, Youth, Sports, Arts and Culture