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21. Ending corruption to ensure basic education for all

Publication Date:
10-2013
Content Type:
Policy Brief
Institution:
Transparency International
Abstract:
Universal primary education is one of the eight pledges of the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) that are set to be met by 2015. Since the goals have been adopted, corruption and governance deficits have undermined their achievement. In the case of education, progress has been mixed and there are wide disparities among groups. The number of students staying in the education system through primary school has reached 90 per cent. Yet, enrollment rates have seen a declining trend, and poor governance and corruption have been pointed to as among the culprits.
Topic:
Corruption, Development, Education, and Governance

22. 2015 and beyond: The governance solution for development

Author:
Craig Fagan and Santhosh Srinivasan
Publication Date:
09-2013
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Transparency International
Abstract:
There are fewer than 1000 days remaining until the 2015 deadline for achieving the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs). Based on current progress, many will not be achieved. For Transparency International, a critical reason for the lack of success is weak governance and the corruption that follows.
Topic:
Corruption, Development, and Governance
Political Geography:
United Nations

23. Promoting Revenue Transparency: 2011 Report on Oil and Gas Companies

Author:
Barbara Kowalczyk-Hoyer
Publication Date:
01-2012
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Transparency International
Abstract:
Companies create value for their shareholders, but they should also share this value transparently in the countries in which they work, to promote economic development. There are three ways to promote fair sharing through greater transparency. First, sound, publicly disclosed anti-corruption programmes are essential to prevent individuals from misappropriating revenues. Second, value can be shared with business partners, provided these relationships are fully disclosed and the operating subsidiaries are made known to the public. Lastly, precise information about how much revenue goes to state budgets and how much is retained by companies must be fully disclosed to the public.
Topic:
Corruption, Oil, Natural Resources, and Governance

24. Bribe Payers Index 2011

Author:
Deborah Hardoon and Finn Heinrich
Publication Date:
01-2012
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Transparency International
Abstract:
This report presents the fifth Transparency International Bribe Payers Index. The index ranks 28 of the world\'s largest economies according to the perceived likelihood of companies from these countries to pay bribes abroad. It is based on the views of business executives as captured by Transparency International\'s 2011 Bribe Payers Survey. The countries and territories ranked in the Index cover all regions of the world and represent almost 80 per cent of the total world outflow of goods, services and investments.
Topic:
Corruption, Economics, Government, International Trade and Finance, Markets, and Law Enforcement

25. Corruption Perceptions Index 2011

Publication Date:
01-2012
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Transparency International
Abstract:
The Corruption Perceptions Index ranks countries according to their perceived levels of public-sector corruption. The 2011 index draws on different assessments and business opinion surveys carried out by independent and reputable institutions. The surveys and assessments used to compile the index include questions relating to the bribery of public officials, kickbacks in public procurement, embezzlement of public funds, and questions that probe the strength and effectiveness of public-sector anti-corruption efforts.
Topic:
Corruption, Crime, Economics, Government, and Law Enforcement

26. Reducing demand for illegal timber: Targeting corruption in customs and procurement

Publication Date:
01-2011
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Transparency International
Abstract:
Corruption and illegal logging are well-known drivers of deforestation. In 2001 it was estimated that major timber exporting countries - Indonesia, Brazil and Cameroon - had an illegal logging rate of at least half of their total timber production. This illegal timber finds its way into the consumer markets, often unchecked or unidentified by timber importing countries and industries. As a result, it has been estimated that 20 per cent of wood-based products entering the EU are likely to be illegally sourced.
Topic:
Corruption, Crime, International Law, and Natural Resources
Political Geography:
Indonesia, Brazil, and Cameroon

27. Guaranteeing Public Participation in Climate Governance

Publication Date:
01-2011
Content Type:
Policy Brief
Institution:
Transparency International
Abstract:
Public participation is an essential element of good governance, helping to build trust, bring expertise, strengthen legitimacy, and close gaps in accountability. Effective public participation, in climate change or in any area, has three interrelated elements: access to information, which allows for informed public opinion; direct engagement, which gives the public a chance to influence policy; and oversight, which allows the public to assess the implemented policies.
Topic:
Civil Society, Climate Change, Corruption, Environment, and Governance
Political Geography:
United Nations

28. Corruption in the Land Sector

Publication Date:
04-2011
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Transparency International
Abstract:
Unprecedented pressures on land have been created as new areas are cultivated, taken over by expanding urban centres or are abandoned due to degradation, climate change and conflict. These developments have strained the rules, processes and institutions that determine which land resources are used, by whom, for how long and under what conditions.
Topic:
Climate Change, Corruption, Environment, Natural Resources, and Governance

29. Making Aid Effective: An Anti-Corruption Agenda

Publication Date:
06-2011
Content Type:
Policy Brief
Institution:
Transparency International
Abstract:
Aid flows provide developing countries with an important source of financing that can be used to help build schools, staff hospitals, construct roads and provide clean water. In 2010, aid totalled more than US$ 128 billion, one-fifth of which went to Africa.Yet aid, also known as official development assistance (ODA), has not always been effective at achieving results with the inputs provided. Corruption and mismanagement result from low levels of transparency, accountability and integrity by donor and partner countries.
Topic:
Corruption, Development, Humanitarian Aid, Foreign Aid, and Governance
Political Geography:
Africa

30. Safeguarding Mitigation Efforts for Sustainability

Publication Date:
04-2011
Content Type:
Policy Brief
Institution:
Transparency International
Abstract:
Developing countries are increasingly hosting climate change mitigation projects. They also often provide the natural resources necessary for low-carbon technologies.
Topic:
Climate Change, Corruption, Development, Foreign Direct Investment, and Governance