The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has participated in the Anti-Corruption for Peaceful and Inclusive Societies (ACPI) in the Asia-Pacific Region organized by United Nations Development Program (UNDP). The meeting was held in Bangkok, Thailand from 24 – 25 November 2016. The main purpose of this meeting is to contribute to building peaceful, just and inclusive societies [Read More…]
ACC meets UNDP Resident Representative
The Chairman and Members of the Anti-Corruption Commission met with the UNDP Resident Representative to discuss ways to increase and explore collaborative efforts between both the agencies. A detailed overview of ACCs main accomplishments in 2015 and the activities planned for 2017 were presented at the meeting. Important discussions were held regarding challenges faced by [Read More…]
Commission concludes 168 cases in the 3rd Quarter
The statistics of the Commission indicates that a total of 573 cases were concluded in the first nine months of 2016. Out of these, 168 cases were concluded during the third quarter. This includes 57 cases which were concluded in the investigation stage and 111 cases which were concluded in the evaluation stage. Based on [Read More…]
ACC introduces a system to check the status of on-going cases through SMS
The commission introduces a new system that enables people who lodge cases to the commission to easily check the status of their case and check the steps taken by the commission regarding the case, in real time through SMS. This option is only available for those who identify themselves and provide their contact details with [Read More…]
ACC participates in the 5th session of the Assembly Parties to the International Anti-Corruption Academies
The Anti-Corruption Commission has participated in the 5th session of “Assembly parties to the International Anti-Corruption Academies” organized by International Anti-Corruption Academies (IACA). The Vice-Chairman Mr. Muaviz Rasheed and Member Mr. Sofwath Mohamed attended this session on behalf of Anti-Corruption Commission. This session was held from 10-11 November 2016 in Vienna, Austria. The session was [Read More…]
ACC Participated in the 7th Session of the Implementation Review Group of UNCAC
The Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has participated in the 7th Session of the Implementation Review Group of the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC), organized by the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The Session was held in Vienna, Austria from 14th to 16th November 2016 and ACC was represented in the Session by [Read More…]
ACC has launched ‘My Vote – My Integrity’ campaign
Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has started a special campaign, ‘Magey Vote – Magey Nazaahaiytherikan’ (My Vote – My Integrity), to create awareness among the public regarding corruption issues during the upcoming Local Council election. The campaign was launched by the President of ACC Mr. Hassan Luthfee. The campaign is aimed for the upcoming local council [Read More…]
ACC commenced investigation trips to the Atolls
The Anti-Corruption Commission has commenced field visits to islands that require investigation. An investigation team is currently deployed to Laamu Atoll to undertake investigation activities. The team will be on island visits through 05th November – 14th November 2016. A total of 03 Investigation Officers will carry out their work in the atoll.
ACC has signed MOU with Prosecutor General’s Office
Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Prosecutor General’s Office (PGO) on 23rd October 2016. Purpose of this MoU is identifying areas in which both institutes can assist each other and stipulating procedures how that assistance can be provided. This MoU will pave the way for effective investigation by providing legal [Read More…]
Department of National Registration signs the National Integrity Pledge
Department of National Registration has signed the National Integrity Pledge at a function held at Anti-Corruption Commission on 19th October 2016 at 14:30. Anti-Corruption Commission (ACC)’s Vice President Uz. Muaviz Rasheed and Commissioner Mr. Sofwath Mohamed attended the ceremony. Senior officials from the Department initiated the signing during the function. A total of 43 staff [Read More…]