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CONFRONTING CIVIL SOCIETY CORRUPTION

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Does corruption exist in non-governmental organizations (NGOs)? Do civil society organizations also suffer the cancer of corruption? This article intends to initiate debate and open conversions on this crucial accountability issue. Civil society is a key player in the fight against corruption. It is an important actor in development and democratization. CSOs use a range of tools for exposing fraud and corruption. While these efforts are commendable and worth supporting, the question is whether CSOs are themselves clean and corrupt -free. Transparency international, a global anti-corruption think-tank defines corruption as abuse of entrusted power for private gain. similarly, the world bank defines corruption as abuse of public office for private gain. A good number of corruption notions are conceptualized around abuse within governments or public sector. The United Nations Convention Against Corruption extends the scope of anti-corruption efforts beyond government to include entities w...

MAIZE HARVESTING PROMOTES FOOD SECURITY: A BEACON OF AGRICULTURAL SUCCESS IN 2024

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In a significant help to improve food security efforts, maize harvesting in chilowa area of Lilongwe has yielded promising results for the community in 2024. The successful harvest comes as welcome news surrounded by ongoing global concerns about shortages and supply chain disruptions. Local farmers in the Chilowa village have reported a large in quantity maize when the time of harvest come, surpassing expectations for the season. Favorable weather conditions and diligent agricultural practices have contributed to the abundance of maize crops in the region. This successful harvest will not only ensure food security for the community but also presents opportunities for surplus production, potentially improving economic stability for farmers. 0n community impact the maize harvest holds significant implications for the residents of the chilowa village, many of whom rely on agriculture as their primary source of income and sustenance. with enough maize supplies, families can rest assured k...