Corruption

A school board in a town with many tree huggers and climate activists is cutting down trees on local campuses. Four board members face corruption accusations, and two, including the board president, are under recall efforts.

Abbas declared the first Palestinian legislative elections since 2006 to be held on November 28. The elections come amid demands for reform from European allies and growing domestic criticism over corruption.

An Abuja High Court remanded Danladi Umar in prison after he was alleged to have used his wife’s bank account to collect N5.5 million from a contractor in 2021. The contractor was engaged to paint the headquarters of the Code of Conduct Tribunal (CCT).

Malaysia denies fugitive businessman Jho Low entered the country with a Chinese delegation. He faces corruption and money laundering charges in the United States and Malaysia over at least $4.5 billion stolen from 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) and denies wrongdoing.

Canada has welcomed Zimbabwe's gazetting of the Whistleblower Protection Bill, calling it a major step toward accountability and protecting individuals who expose corruption and other wrongdoing in the public interest.

Indonesia's free meals program faces allegations of corruption and waste. The initiative by President Prabowo Subianto is criticized for diverting resources to affluent areas.

EU Ambassador to Zimbabwe Katrin Hagemann acknowledges progress in fighting corruption but highlights persistent graft as a barrier to investor confidence and economic growth. Corruption remains a challenge despite Zimbabwe's advancements, according to the envoy.

President-elect De la Espriella has frozen the official handover with the outgoing government, accusing them of corruption. President Petro disputes De la Espriella's election, leading to a legal battle a month before the new president's August 7 inauguration.

The dismissal of Lt. Gen. Pavlo Tkachuk, former Lviv military academy chief, has sparked renewed debate over Soviet-era leadership, corruption, and accountability in Ukraine’s military education system.

China sentenced an ex-official in Nanjing to death for a $324 million corruption case. The court stated the official accepted bribes in exchange for business favors.

A court ordered the forfeiture of properties owned by Saleh Mamman in Abuja and Kaduna. The decision follows his conviction on corruption and money laundering charges involving N33.8 billion.

Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's allegations led to the Madlanga Commission revealing deep-rooted corruption within the South African Police Service (SAPS), exposing high-ranking officials involved in organised crime. The findings highlight systemic issues in SAPS one year after the initial claims.

South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal police boss Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi's infiltration accusations have exposed issues including stolen cocaine, illicit gems, feuds, and corruption, reshaping policing. The scandal's anniversary highlights ongoing challenges in law enforcement transparency.

A Philippine senator was arrested by police on allegations of large-scale plunder. The arrest marks the latest in a series of detentions in the upper chamber over suspected corruption.

China's attempt to become a football superpower has failed due to corruption, the one-child policy, and billions of dollars wasted. The article links this failure to broader concerns about President Xi's global ambitions.

The article criticizes Washington D.C. for prioritizing political power and donor interests over constituent needs, citing low congressional approval and high public support for term limits. The author, a former member of Congress, argues for 12-year term limits to address systemic corruption and legislative stagnation.

Moldova’s prime minister, Alexandru Munteanu, resigned, leading to the government’s resignation amid allegations of corruption in a state-owned company.

James Carville, known for coining the 'It’s the economy, stupid' slogan during Bill Clinton's 1992 campaign, stated that allegations of corruption involving President Donald Trump have made him disavow the phrase. Carville compared Trump to George H.W. Bush, noting the latter was not corrupt, and criticized Trump's net worth increase during his presidency, prompting a defensive response from the White House.

James Carville, known for coining the 'It’s the economy, stupid' slogan during Bill Clinton's 1992 campaign, stated that allegations of corruption against President Donald Trump have made him detest the phrase. Carville argued that Trump's actions have shifted focus from economic issues to corruption, contrasting Trump with 'genteel' George H.W. Bush. White House spokesman Davis Ingle dismissed Carville's criticism as part of 'Trump Derangement Syndrome.'

Violent clashes between police and protesters erupted in Tirana, Albania, over a luxury resort project linked to U.S. President Donald Trump’s family. Demonstrators opposed the construction in a nature reserve, demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama resign over corruption allegations, leading to injuries, arrests, and property damage.

President Trump reported $2.2 billion in 2025 income, prompting ethics experts to describe his money-making ventures as 'bribery' and 'corruption.' The White House denied any conflicts of interest.

Magistrate Ignatius du Preez rejected Vusumuzi 'Cat' Matlala's eight-year plea deal, proposing a 12-year prison term for fraud, corruption, and money laundering. Matlala will return to Pretoria court on 13 July for his final sentencing.

Venezuela's earthquake is described as both a natural disaster and a political-institutional crisis, with experts pointing to decades of state erosion, corruption, and economic mismanagement. The interim government faces scrutiny for its response, but the article attributes the systemic failure to 27 years of institutional decline.

Xi Jinping pledged to strengthen China's military and combat corruption within the Communist Party during a speech marking the party's 105th anniversary. He emphasized modernizing national defense, enforcing strict military discipline, and resolving the Taiwan question, while opposing external interference.

James Talarico is using a tabloid story about Ken Paxton to test corruption attacks in the competitive Texas Senate race. Ken Paxton and James Talarico are competing for a Senate seat in Texas.

Sumesh Achuthan alleges corruption in the Attappady wind-solar project and demands a comprehensive investigation into the project and other schemes implemented by ANERT.

Nadiem Anwar Makarim, co-founder of Gojek, was sentenced to 10 years in prison by Indonesia's anti-graft court for corruption related to the procurement of Google Chromebook laptops for schools during the pandemic. The court found him guilty of pushing the education ministry to prioritize Chromebooks while Google considered investing in Gojek's parent company, causing state losses estimated at $125 million.

Gauteng education officials recorded 41 serious corruption and maladministration allegations in public schools between 2023 and June 2026. Over half of these cases were reported in Johannesburg East, Ekurhuleni South, Johannesburg Central, and Tshwane South.

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi stated that the arrest of 47 politicians and officials, including lawmakers, is the first step in a broader anti-corruption campaign. The government aims to recover public funds and maintain state control over power and weapons, following confessions from former oil ministry undersecretary Adnan al-Jumaili.

Victorian premier Jacinta Allan attributes cost overruns in the state's $100bn Big Build infrastructure projects to inflation rather than corruption, despite allegations from an investigation by Nine newspapers and 60 Minutes. The investigation claims money from the projects is being paid to gangland figures and highlights concerns about Construction, Forestry and Maritime Employees Union (CFMEU) demands contributing to cost blowouts.

RJD leader Tejashwi claims Bihar is facing extreme financial loss due to scams, corruption, revenue loss, widening fiscal deficit, and mounting debt.

BJP national president Nitin Nabin states the party prioritizes politics of development over dynasty and corruption.

Dozens of Iraqi officials, including lawmakers, were arrested on corruption charges in Baghdad following an overnight raid. The arrests, based on a statement from former Deputy Minister of Oil Adnan al-Jumaili, involved 47 individuals, including 15 named officials from various political groups.

Joe Biden called Donald Trump 'a loser' in a speech criticizing him as incompetent, corrupt, and vain, highlighting Trump's 'vanity projects' and 'brazen, blatant corruption.' The remarks were made during a Democratic party gala in Hanover, Maryland, aimed at supporting efforts to regain congressional control in the midterms.

Iraq arrested 47 officials in an anti-corruption crackdown led by new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi. The suspects include MPs and oil ministry officials, with the operation conducted by Iraq's Commission of Integrity and security services raiding Baghdad's Green Zone.

Iraqi forces conducted raids in Baghdad's Green Zone, arresting officials linked to corruption and Iran-backed groups. A security official stated the operation aimed to demonstrate Iraq's commitment to democratic reforms and counter Iranian influence under new Prime Minister Zaidi.

The UDF government in Kerala faces criticism over a proposed low-proof liquor sale policy. Opposition LDF accuses the government of corruption by forgoing ₹600 crore in sales tax revenue, while prohibition activists demand the proposal be revoked, citing risks of increased underage drinking.

A South African businessman pleaded guilty to corruption charges in a $12.5 million police healthcare tender case, offering evidence against high-ranking officials. The case highlights a broader graft investigation involving law enforcement, a suspended minister, and a top official facing charges, with the president under pressure from an impeachment inquiry over stolen cash at his property.

A Moroccan court has sentenced 29 people, including politicians and business figures, in a major drug trafficking and corruption case.

The Taratala warehouse collapse in Kolkata highlights issues of fragmented accountability and corruption at construction sites, which endanger lives.