Corruption and governance in Africa : Swaziland, Kenya, Nigeria

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Corruption and governance in Africa : Swaziland, Kenya, Nigeria

Kempe Ronald Hope, Sr

Palgrave Macmillan, c2017

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This volume analyzes the corruption phenomenon in Africa and how to combat it from a governance perspective with illustrated case studies from three of the most corrupt of those nations covering, respectively, the Southern Africa region (Swaziland); the Eastern Africa region (Kenya); and the Western Africa region (Nigeria). Drawing on the available data, research literature, and field practice experience, the nature and extent of corruption are identified; the factors influencing the causes and determining the consequences of corruption are delineated; measures that have been put in place to control corruption are outlined and discussed; and new policy solutions are proposed and advocated to more effectively control the corruption menace in Africa.

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1. Corruption in Africa: The Health Sector and Policy Recommendations for Managing the Risks What is Corruption? Corruption in Africa Corruption Risks in the Delivery of Health Services in African Countries Managing the Corruption Risks for Health Services Delivery: Some PolicyRecommendations for Africa Conclusion 2. Corruption in Swaziland The Corruption Problem in Swaziland Consequences of Corruption in Swaziland The Anti-Corruption CommissionControlling Corruption in Swaziland: Some Suggested Policy Measures Conclusion 3. Corruption in Kenya The Causes and Nature of Corruption in KenyaConsequences of Corruption in KenyaControlling the Corruption Epidemic in KenyaConclusion 4. Corruption in Nigeria The Corruption Problem in Nigeria The Persistence of Corruption in Nigeria: Institutions and Culture Conclusion 5. Controlling Corruption in Africa: A Governance Approach Institution Strengthening National Anti-Corruption Plans/Strategies Political Will and Leadership Final Thoughts

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