Tag: Conflict of Interest
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Inside the Controversy: Why the R360m Police Tender for Cat Matlala Was Questioned
Overview of the Tender and Its Controversy The South African police procurement saga surrounding a R360-million contract tied to crime-accused businessman Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has sparked intense scrutiny. The procurement, later canceled, raised questions about eligibility, governance, and the safeguards meant to prevent improper awarding of government contracts. Lt. Gen. Molefe Fani has publicly voiced…
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ICC Judges Disqualify Chief Prosecutor Khan From Duterte Case Over Conflict-of-Interest Concerns
Background: The Duterte Case at the ICC The International Criminal Court (ICC) has long pursued charges related to the Philippines’ war on drugs, with former president Rodrigo Duterte at the center of the case. Arrest warrants were issued in The Hague for alleged murders linked to the crackdown, and the proceedings have faced a series…
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ICC Judges Disqualify Prosecutor Khan From Duterte Case Over Possible Conflict of Interest
Overview The International Criminal Court (ICC) has ruled that Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan should be disqualified from leading the war crimes case against former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte due to a potential conflict of interest. The decision, issued by the ICC Appeals Chamber, marks a setback for Khan, who is already facing scrutiny amid separate…
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R2KRN Flags COA Official Overlap in New Building Contract
Coalition raises alarms over potential conflict of interest A watchdog coalition, the Right to Know, Right Now (R2KRN), has flagged COA Commissioner Mario Lipana for potential conflicts of interest related to the construction of the agency’s New COA Building. In a document titled “The Watcher Entangled, Conflict of Interest at COA’s Doorstep,” the group asserts…
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Coalition flags COA official over New Building links to contractors
Allegations surface surrounding the New COA Building contract A rights group is pulling the threads of an alleged conflict of interest involving a high-ranking official at the Commission on Audit (COA) as it scrutinizes the construction of the agency’s new headquarters. The Right to Know, Right Now (R2KRN) Coalition published findings that tie COA Commissioner…
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R2KRN Flags Alleged Conflict of Interest in New COA Building Linked to Lipana Family Ties
Overview of the Allegations A coalition advocating for freedom of information has raised questions about a possible conflict of interest involving Commission on Audit (COA) Commissioner Mario Lipana. The Right to Know, Right Now (R2KRN) Coalition contends that Lipana’s connections intersect with the awarding of a contract for the New COA Building, suggesting potential influence…
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Ethical Behavior: Key to Restore People’s Trust in Public Institutions
Rallying Ethics as the Cornerstone of Public Trust In an era of heightened skepticism toward elected officials and public institutions, the call for ethical behavior is more than a moral plea—it is a practical necessity. The recent focus on the Senate committee on ethics and the designation of a new chairperson comes at a pivotal…
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Ethical Behavior: The Key to Restoring Trust in Public Institutions
Introduction: Rebuilding Trust through Ethical Leadership Public faith in elected leaders and government institutions has frayed in recent years, spurred by persistent concerns over transparency, accountability, and the handling of public funds. In this climate, the timely reactivation of the Senate Committee on Ethics—led by Senator Joseph Victor Ejercito—offers a pivotal opportunity to reaffirm that…
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DTI Pushes for PCAB Reform to Curb Conflict of Interest
Introduction The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is advocating for significant amendments to the Contractors’ License Law to tackle potential conflicts of interest. This move comes in the wake of the resignation of key officials from the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB) amid allegations of irregularities in flood control projects. Trade Secretary Cristina Roque…
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DTI Proposes PCAB Reforms to Mitigate Conflict of Interest
Introduction to DTI’s Proposed Reforms The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is taking significant steps to amend the Contractors’ License Law, aimed at addressing potential conflicts of interest within the Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB). This initiative follows the resignation of key PCAB officials embroiled in a controversy linked to anomalous flood control projects.…