Tag: Transparency
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ODM Mourns JM Kariuki’s Widow Mama Terry Kariuki Condolences
ODM Extends Condolences on the Passing of Mama Terry Kariuki The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has publicly mourned the death of Mama Terry Kariuki, the widow of renowned Kenyan nationalist and democracy advocate Josiah Mwangi ‘JM’ Kariuki. In a message of sympathy released by the party, ODM emphasized the enduring legacy of Kariuki and offered…
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Westpac CEO Pay Sparks Debate: Over $4 Million, Transparency, and the Kiwi Wage Gap
Overview: A High-Profile Pay Package in the Banking Sector The latest Westpac annual report has spotlighted a dramatic increase in chief executive officer pay, with the top executive earning more than $4 million. The figure represents a substantial rise from the previous year and has sparked broader conversation about executive compensation, transparency, and the gap…
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OSP Seizes Assets Worth Over GH₵100 Million in NPA Investigations
Major Milestone in Asset Recovery Efforts The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has announced a significant development in its ongoing investigations into procurement and financial malfeasance. According to official statements, authorities have seized and frozen properties valued at more than GH₵100 million, along with more than US$100,000 in cash and assets. This milestone underscores…
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Remulla Ties Escudero Money Trail to Flood Control Mess: Investigation Ongoing
Background Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla announced on Tuesday that his office has traced a money trail linking Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero to issues surrounding flood control projects. While stress ing that the investigation is still in progress, Remulla indicated that statements and financial trail data have been collected as part of a broader probe into…
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LCBO’s Silence: Ontario Won’t Disclose U.S. Liquor Stockpile Details Amid Retaliation Clash
Background: A Tense Trade Moment Between Ontario and the United States Ontario’s provincial liquor monopoly, the LCBO, is drawing scrutiny for its refusal to disclose specifics about a large stockpile of American alcohol products. Valued at roughly $79.1 million at cost, these items were pulled from store shelves as part of a broader dispute that…
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LCBO Refuses to Identify U.S. Liquor in Cellar—Cabinet Confidence
Background: Why the LCBO Won’t Say Which American Alcohol Is in the Cellar The Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO) has drawn scrutiny as it refuses to disclose the specific American liquor products that were removed from store shelves and placed into a reserve or “cellar.” The government has invoked what it calls “cabinet confidence”…
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From Parental Provider to Democratic Enabler: Botswana’s Challenge to Sustain Stability
Introduction: A Beacon at Risk For decades, Botswana has been lauded as Africa’s beacon of stability, a country praised for prudent governance and steady development. Yet the latest Afrobarometer findings from 2024 reveal a nuanced, troubling hint: public confidence in state mechanisms is eroding and the gap between expectations and outcomes is widening. The country’s…
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From Parental Provider to Democratic Enabler: Botswana’s Democratic Shift
Introduction: a Beacon under Scrutiny For decades, Botswana has been lauded as Africa’s stability model — a beacon of prudent governance, a thriving economy, and a robust democratic culture. Yet the latest Afrobarometer 2024 survey reveals a more nuanced picture: public sentiment about state performance is cooling, and citizens increasingly scrutinize how government actions translate…
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Senate Probes Pentagon on Trump-Era Boat Strikes Details
Overview The top Republican and Democrat on the Senate Armed Services Committee said on Friday that the Pentagon has refused for weeks to share crucial information with Congress about its operations targeting marine vessels the Trump administration described as carrying potential threats. The remarks come as lawmakers press for greater transparency on strikes that have…
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The Mystery of Prince Andrew’s Finances and Why Transparency Is Demanded
The enduring mystery of Prince Andrew’s finances Prince Andrew, once a central figure in royal duties, has spent years outside the castle spotlight for reasons tied as much to perception as to policy. While he has lived a high‑end life associated with luxury properties and travel, the exact sources of much of his wealth have…