SOUTH SUDAN / ANTI CORRUPTION DAY
09-Dec-2022
00:06:44
At an event to mark the International Anti-Corruption Day, various speakers noted that South Sudan ranked last on Transparency International's 2021 Corruption Perception Index and called for an urgent need for reform. UNMISS
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STORY: SOUTH SUDAN / ANTI CORRUPTION DAY
TRT: 06:44
SOURCE: UNMISS
RESTRICTIONS: NONE
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH / NATS
DATELINE: 09 DECEMBER 2022, JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN
TRT: 06:44
SOURCE: UNMISS
RESTRICTIONS: NONE
LANGUAGES: ENGLISH / NATS
DATELINE: 09 DECEMBER 2022, JUBA, SOUTH SUDAN
SHOTLIST
1. Various shots, activist performing song
2. Various shots, participants at anti-corruption day event
3. SOUNDBITE (English) Luate Santimon, Activist:
“Of course, I sang a song which is entitled Fasad. Fasad is in Arabic, it’s an Arabic word that means corruption. So, this song I wrote it last year. It is part of my activity that I do, because I am an activist. So, I wrote it to pass a message on the on the fight against corruption. So, when you hear some of the words like ‘dur taki, hak taki Kalim la lefasat’ it is your role, your right to say no to corruption. It is translated into simple Arabic.”
4. Wide shot, anti-corruption banner
5. SOUNDBITE (English) Luate Santimon, Activist:
“The song is all about the situation in our country. When you look into the education system, we have in so many occasions borrowed money from other countries to improve on the education system, but this money in the song, ends up improving our stomach ‘system’ as well. The oil money which you should have benefited the local people, but it has it's benefiting a few or individuals, which is exactly what meant in the song.”
6. Various shots, participants at event
7. SOUNDBITE (English) Guang Cong, Deputy Representative of the UN Secretary General:
“Outstanding reforms in South Sudan remains extensive and urgent. I call upon the Unity government to address this with urgency as this is a critical component of encouraging investor and donor confidence and consequently economic development. In this regard, I want to welcome the initiative by the legislative assembly and the anticorruption Commission to establish an anticorruption task force that facilities joint action to prevent and combat corruption and abuse of power let me conclude by stressing that corruption is beatable however to combat corruption effectively continuous commitment and dialogue between all branches of government independent institutions and the people are required within our existing resources the United Nations is committed to continue supporting South Sudan in this endeavor and thank you for your attention.”
8. Various shots, participants
9. SOUNDBITE (English) Christina Henry Jada, Anti-Corruption Commission, South Sudan:
“The government of South Sudan recognized that corruption exists and is committed to fight the evil of corruption in all its forms and manifestations. Now SSACC (South Sudan Anti-Corruption Commission) has drawn some strategic goals to fight this corruption. One of these strategic goals is to prevent corruption in South Sudan. Under this we have some objectives to achieve this goal. The second goal the strategic goal is to promote good governance in the country. The third one to investigate and prosecute individuals who are involved in corruption. Four - to promote partnership working among the stakeholders in fighting corruption in South Sudan, and five to monitor and evaluate the implementation of South Sudan’s strategy and action plans.”
10. Various shots, participants
11. SOUNDBITE (English) Berhanu Kebede, Chief of Staff Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC):
“Excellencies ladies and gentlemen there is no doubt that corruption misuse and abuse of public resources and one of the major conflict drivers and indeed huge impediments to economic development social service delivery peacebuilding and transformation in every society This is why the false gives at promoting accountability prudent and transparent management of public finances and oil revenues at the core of the implementation of the revitalized peace agreement.”
11. Various of dancers
2. Various shots, participants at anti-corruption day event
3. SOUNDBITE (English) Luate Santimon, Activist:
“Of course, I sang a song which is entitled Fasad. Fasad is in Arabic, it’s an Arabic word that means corruption. So, this song I wrote it last year. It is part of my activity that I do, because I am an activist. So, I wrote it to pass a message on the on the fight against corruption. So, when you hear some of the words like ‘dur taki, hak taki Kalim la lefasat’ it is your role, your right to say no to corruption. It is translated into simple Arabic.”
4. Wide shot, anti-corruption banner
5. SOUNDBITE (English) Luate Santimon, Activist:
“The song is all about the situation in our country. When you look into the education system, we have in so many occasions borrowed money from other countries to improve on the education system, but this money in the song, ends up improving our stomach ‘system’ as well. The oil money which you should have benefited the local people, but it has it's benefiting a few or individuals, which is exactly what meant in the song.”
6. Various shots, participants at event
7. SOUNDBITE (English) Guang Cong, Deputy Representative of the UN Secretary General:
“Outstanding reforms in South Sudan remains extensive and urgent. I call upon the Unity government to address this with urgency as this is a critical component of encouraging investor and donor confidence and consequently economic development. In this regard, I want to welcome the initiative by the legislative assembly and the anticorruption Commission to establish an anticorruption task force that facilities joint action to prevent and combat corruption and abuse of power let me conclude by stressing that corruption is beatable however to combat corruption effectively continuous commitment and dialogue between all branches of government independent institutions and the people are required within our existing resources the United Nations is committed to continue supporting South Sudan in this endeavor and thank you for your attention.”
8. Various shots, participants
9. SOUNDBITE (English) Christina Henry Jada, Anti-Corruption Commission, South Sudan:
“The government of South Sudan recognized that corruption exists and is committed to fight the evil of corruption in all its forms and manifestations. Now SSACC (South Sudan Anti-Corruption Commission) has drawn some strategic goals to fight this corruption. One of these strategic goals is to prevent corruption in South Sudan. Under this we have some objectives to achieve this goal. The second goal the strategic goal is to promote good governance in the country. The third one to investigate and prosecute individuals who are involved in corruption. Four - to promote partnership working among the stakeholders in fighting corruption in South Sudan, and five to monitor and evaluate the implementation of South Sudan’s strategy and action plans.”
10. Various shots, participants
11. SOUNDBITE (English) Berhanu Kebede, Chief of Staff Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC):
“Excellencies ladies and gentlemen there is no doubt that corruption misuse and abuse of public resources and one of the major conflict drivers and indeed huge impediments to economic development social service delivery peacebuilding and transformation in every society This is why the false gives at promoting accountability prudent and transparent management of public finances and oil revenues at the core of the implementation of the revitalized peace agreement.”
11. Various of dancers
STORYLINE
At an event to mark the International Anti-Corruption Day, various speakers noted that South Sudan ranked last on Transparency International's 2021 Corruption Perception Index and called for an urgent need for reform.
Luate Santimon, a singer and activist, took to the stage to sing a song that sums up what is gnawing at the world's youngest nation.
He is among a list of people shinning a light on what corruption looks like, for those who gathered at a hotel in South Sudan's capital, Juba, to speak about its ills, while raising awareness of its negative impact.
SOUNDBITE (English) Luate Santimon, Activist:
“Of course, I sang a song which is entitled Fasad. Fasad is in Arabic, it’s an Arabic word that means corruption. So, this song I wrote it last year. It is part of my activity that I do, because I am an activist. So, I wrote it to pass a message on the on the fight against corruption. So, when you hear some of the words like ‘dur taki, hak taki Kalim la lefasat’ it is your role, your right to say no to corruption. It is translated into simple Arabic.”
For Santimon, this is not just a song. He says it is a message that requires attention from the country’s leadership and government.
SOUNDBITE (English) Luate Santimon, Activist:
“The song is all about the situation in our country. When you look into the education system, we have in so many occasions borrowed money from other countries to improve on the education system, but this money in the song, ends up improving our stomach ‘system’ as well. The oil money which you should have benefited the local people, but it has it's benefiting a few or individuals, which is exactly what meant in the song.”
Speaker after speaker said that corruption in South Sudan had taken forms like bribery, lack of funding for public service organizations, lack of salary payments, lack of delivery of services, lack of tax compliance and the embezzlement of public funds - among a plethora of other issues.
In support of the event and efforts being put in place by the government as documented in Chapter four of 2018’s Revitalised Peace Agreement, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan in partnership with the South Sudan Anti-Corruption Commission (SSACC), said there is a crucial link between anticorruption, peace, security and development, adding that South Sudanese needed to utilize what they have in a transparent and responsible way.
SOUNDBITE (English) Guang Cong, Deputy Representative of the UN Secretary General:
“Outstanding reforms in South Sudan remains extensive and urgent. I call upon the Unity government to address this with urgency as this is a critical component of encouraging investor and donor confidence and consequently economic development. In this regard, I want to welcome the initiative by the legislative assembly and the anticorruption Commission to establish an anticorruption task force that facilities joint action to prevent and combat corruption and abuse of power let me conclude by stressing that corruption is beatable however to combat corruption effectively continuous commitment and dialogue between all branches of government independent institutions and the people are required within our existing resources the United Nations is committed to continue supporting South Sudan in this endeavor and thank you for your attention.”
The UN General Assembly declared 9 December as the International Day against Corruption to help raise awareness of its ills, so that countries can find ways of combating and preventing it. South Sudan acceded to it on 23 January 2015.
Representing South Sudan’s Anti-Corruption Commission, Christina Henry Jada called to attention the local theme - Your Role, Your Right, Say No to Corruption, Your No Counts - while highlighting the responsibilities of the Anti-Corruption Commission.
SOUNDBITE (English) Christina Henry Jada, Anti-Corruption Commission, South Sudan:
“The government of South Sudan recognized that corruption exists and is committed to fight the evil of corruption in all its forms and manifestations. Now SSACC (South Sudan Anti-Corruption Commission) has drawn some strategic goals to fight this corruption. One of these strategic goals is to prevent corruption in South Sudan. Under this we have some objectives to achieve this goal. The second goal the strategic goal is to promote good governance in the country. The third one to investigate and prosecute individuals who are involved in corruption. Four - to promote partnership working among the stakeholders in fighting corruption in South Sudan, and five to monitor and evaluate the implementation of South Sudan’s strategy and action plans.”
The international theme is Uniting the World Against Corruption for Development Peace and Security.
SOUNDBITE (English) Berhanu Kebede, Chief of Staff Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC):
“Excellencies ladies and gentlemen there is no doubt that corruption misuse and abuse of public resources and one of the major conflict drivers and indeed huge impediments to economic development social service delivery peacebuilding and transformation in every society This is why the false gives at promoting accountability prudent and transparent management of public finances and oil revenues at the core of the implementation of the revitalized peace agreement.”
Ambassador Kebede called for expeditious reforms of various public institutions and the passing of pending bills into law.
For the stakeholders representing different branches of the government, oversight institutions, international community and civil society groups present, they left with a determination that more can be done to say No to Corruption.
Luate Santimon, a singer and activist, took to the stage to sing a song that sums up what is gnawing at the world's youngest nation.
He is among a list of people shinning a light on what corruption looks like, for those who gathered at a hotel in South Sudan's capital, Juba, to speak about its ills, while raising awareness of its negative impact.
SOUNDBITE (English) Luate Santimon, Activist:
“Of course, I sang a song which is entitled Fasad. Fasad is in Arabic, it’s an Arabic word that means corruption. So, this song I wrote it last year. It is part of my activity that I do, because I am an activist. So, I wrote it to pass a message on the on the fight against corruption. So, when you hear some of the words like ‘dur taki, hak taki Kalim la lefasat’ it is your role, your right to say no to corruption. It is translated into simple Arabic.”
For Santimon, this is not just a song. He says it is a message that requires attention from the country’s leadership and government.
SOUNDBITE (English) Luate Santimon, Activist:
“The song is all about the situation in our country. When you look into the education system, we have in so many occasions borrowed money from other countries to improve on the education system, but this money in the song, ends up improving our stomach ‘system’ as well. The oil money which you should have benefited the local people, but it has it's benefiting a few or individuals, which is exactly what meant in the song.”
Speaker after speaker said that corruption in South Sudan had taken forms like bribery, lack of funding for public service organizations, lack of salary payments, lack of delivery of services, lack of tax compliance and the embezzlement of public funds - among a plethora of other issues.
In support of the event and efforts being put in place by the government as documented in Chapter four of 2018’s Revitalised Peace Agreement, the United Nations Mission in South Sudan in partnership with the South Sudan Anti-Corruption Commission (SSACC), said there is a crucial link between anticorruption, peace, security and development, adding that South Sudanese needed to utilize what they have in a transparent and responsible way.
SOUNDBITE (English) Guang Cong, Deputy Representative of the UN Secretary General:
“Outstanding reforms in South Sudan remains extensive and urgent. I call upon the Unity government to address this with urgency as this is a critical component of encouraging investor and donor confidence and consequently economic development. In this regard, I want to welcome the initiative by the legislative assembly and the anticorruption Commission to establish an anticorruption task force that facilities joint action to prevent and combat corruption and abuse of power let me conclude by stressing that corruption is beatable however to combat corruption effectively continuous commitment and dialogue between all branches of government independent institutions and the people are required within our existing resources the United Nations is committed to continue supporting South Sudan in this endeavor and thank you for your attention.”
The UN General Assembly declared 9 December as the International Day against Corruption to help raise awareness of its ills, so that countries can find ways of combating and preventing it. South Sudan acceded to it on 23 January 2015.
Representing South Sudan’s Anti-Corruption Commission, Christina Henry Jada called to attention the local theme - Your Role, Your Right, Say No to Corruption, Your No Counts - while highlighting the responsibilities of the Anti-Corruption Commission.
SOUNDBITE (English) Christina Henry Jada, Anti-Corruption Commission, South Sudan:
“The government of South Sudan recognized that corruption exists and is committed to fight the evil of corruption in all its forms and manifestations. Now SSACC (South Sudan Anti-Corruption Commission) has drawn some strategic goals to fight this corruption. One of these strategic goals is to prevent corruption in South Sudan. Under this we have some objectives to achieve this goal. The second goal the strategic goal is to promote good governance in the country. The third one to investigate and prosecute individuals who are involved in corruption. Four - to promote partnership working among the stakeholders in fighting corruption in South Sudan, and five to monitor and evaluate the implementation of South Sudan’s strategy and action plans.”
The international theme is Uniting the World Against Corruption for Development Peace and Security.
SOUNDBITE (English) Berhanu Kebede, Chief of Staff Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC):
“Excellencies ladies and gentlemen there is no doubt that corruption misuse and abuse of public resources and one of the major conflict drivers and indeed huge impediments to economic development social service delivery peacebuilding and transformation in every society This is why the false gives at promoting accountability prudent and transparent management of public finances and oil revenues at the core of the implementation of the revitalized peace agreement.”
Ambassador Kebede called for expeditious reforms of various public institutions and the passing of pending bills into law.
For the stakeholders representing different branches of the government, oversight institutions, international community and civil society groups present, they left with a determination that more can be done to say No to Corruption.
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