Corruption is not just a governance issue – it is an inequality issue. Whether it occurs in government offices, the private sector, or through a nexus between the two, the burden ultimately falls on the poorest.
Imagine a road or hospital built with substandard materials because funds were siphoned off. Or a small farmer who is unable to receive government benefit on time due to corruption or bureaucratic malpractice. Those with resources often find alternatives. The poor do not.
Corruption is the silent driver of inequality. Fighting inequality is not only about creating and distributing wealth. It is equally about ensuring honesty, transparency, and accountability in the systems that serve people.
