African leaders urged to close enforcement gap, back international anti-graft court

Anti-corruption advocates are urging African leaders to bolster enforcement mechanisms and endorse the establishment of an international anti-graft court. The call came on Saturday, coinciding with the observance of African Anti-Corruption Day.

This year's commemoration, celebrated under the African Union's theme, "Scaling Up the Promotion of Integrity and Anti-Corruption Actions Across Africa," highlights the ongoing commitment to combating graft on the continent. The groups emphasized the need to close the existing enforcement gap, which often allows corrupt individuals to evade justice.

By backing an international court, the advocates believe a more robust framework can be created to hold perpetrators accountable, regardless of their national borders. This initiative seeks to strengthen integrity and promote decisive anti-corruption actions throughout Africa.