African Union Convention on Preventing and Combating Corruption

Jurisdiction: African Countries

The African Union Convention on Preventing and Combating Corruption is a regional treaty aimed at addressing anti-bribery and anti-corruption (ABAC) measures in Africa. It promotes cooperation among African Union member states to prevent and combat corruption, including bribery of public officials and illicit enrichment. The convention emphasizes the need for effective legal frameworks, enforcement mechanisms, and international cooperation to promote transparency, accountability, and good governance across the African continent.