Krachi East NCCE Urges Women to Fight Corruption From Home at GIZ-Supported Review Meeting

Corruption can be challenged in the smallest of everyday decisions, from refusing bribes at the market to demanding fairness at home. That message shaped a follow-up forum organised by the Krachi East Municipal Office of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) in Dambai.

Supported by GIZ, the engagement at the Church of Pentecost, Dambai Central, brought together 60 participants, including 52 women and eight men, from market associations, faith-based and savings groups, self-help initiatives and persons with disabilities.

The meeting revisited an earlier session on the rule of law and corruption, allowing participants to discuss what they had learned, progress made, and obstacles to reporting wrongdoing. Fear of victimisation, limited knowledge of reporting channels and reluctance to lodge complaints emerged as recurring concerns.

Krachi East Municipal Director of NCCE, Mr. Clement Kwesi Mamadu, said the review was intended to assess the earlier engagement and strengthen women's capacity to promote accountability. He stressed that the law applies equally to everyone, regardless of title, position or social standing.

Chief Inspector Charles Adams of the Ghana Police Service urged participants to reject bribery, favouritism, abuse of authority and misuse of public resources. He called for suspected offences to be reported through appropriate channels, supported by accurate information.

ADO I Emmanuel Annan of the Ghana National Fire Service addressed the fear and stigma that can silence potential complainants. He encouraged participants to familiarise themselves with reporting procedures and raise concerns responsibly.

Representing the Oti Regional NCCE Office, Mr. Mbawine David urged women's groups to educate their members and foster collective commitments to honesty and transparency. Madam Ivy Sebiga of the Oti Regional CHRAJ Office similarly advised participants to use lawful reporting avenues when confronted with abuse or wrongdoing.

Throughout the discussion, participants were encouraged to demonstrate respect for others' rights, resolve disputes lawfully and challenge corrupt practices in their homes, workplaces, markets and communities.

The discussion also encouraged women to share the lessons within their associations, extending the message of integrity beyond the meeting itself.

The forum reinforced a practical message: integrity becomes meaningful when individuals carry it into everyday life.