Allard Prize 138d ago

When major corruption scandals surface, a common question follows: If the wrongdoing is so clear, why does accountability so often stall? The answer isn’t a lack of evidence — it’s the cost of confronting entrenched systems. After exposure, countries often face long-term consequences: • Slower economic growth • Higher costs for public services • Institutions weakened enough for corruption to return Research shows corruption can reduce long-term per-capita growth by up to 17%. Public projects can cost 10–25% more due to inflated contracts and collusion. And without institutional reform, corruption is likely to resurface — quietly. Exposure is necessary. But accountability determines whether corruption ends — or adapts. #Integrity #AntiCorruption #Accountability #GoodGovernance #PublicTrust #RuleOfLaw