President Cyril Ramaphosa, facing rising public wrath, on Thursday declared a “state of disaster” and pledged to end an energy crisis that threatens economic and political stability.
Tag: Corruption (Institutional)
Felipe Calderón, Former Mexican President, Accused of Supporting Sinaloa Cartel
The accusation, which was quickly denied, was made by a former Mexican official at the trial in Brooklyn of Mexico’s former top security chief.
Four Takeaways From Corruption Trial of Genaro Garcia Luna, Former Mexican Lawman
Jurors at the trial of Genaro García Luna have heard about murders, kidnappings, drug shipments and accusations of bribes paid by the Sinaloa drug cartel.
E.U. Vows More Help for Ukraine but Tamps Down Membership Talk
European Union leaders met in Kyiv with President Volodymyr Zelensky, who said Ukraine would not give up on Bakhmut, the eastern city caught in a fierce battle with Russian forces.
Pope Francis Visits South Sudan to Highlight Young Nation’s Troubles
The soaring hopes at South Sudan’s creation in 2011 have been cruelly dashed. Pope Francis arrived in the country on Friday and immediately offered blunt criticism of its leaders.
High-Profile Raids Showcase Zelensky’s Corruption Crackdown in Ukraine
President Volodymyr Zelensky is eager to highlight his crackdown on corruption, ahead of E.U. accession talks and possible Western investigations of war aid.
U.S. Officials Overseeing Aid Say Ukrainian Leaders Are Tackling Corruption
The ouster of several officials has renewed questions about how the Zelensky government is addressing concerns about aid.
White House Assures Senators That Ukraine Is Committed to Anti-Corruption
The firing of several top members of the government in Kyiv had stirred concern over how U.S. aid was being used.
Ukraine Fires Officials Amid Corruption Scandal, as Allies Watch Closely
As it fights Russia’s invasion, Ukraine depends for its survival on aid from Western nations, which have concerns about endemic graft and how the money is used.
Zelensky Vows Action Against Corruption After a Minister Is Fired
The Ukrainian leader said the dismissal should serve as notice to officials whose actions “violate the principle of justice.”