Corruption and Governance in Africa [electronic resource] : Swaziland, Kenya, Nigeria /
Hope, Sr., Kempe Ronald.author.
This volume analyzes the corruption phenomenon in Africa and how to combat it from a governance perspective with illustrated case studies from three of the most corrupt of those nations covering, respectively, the Southern Africa region (Swaziland); the Eastern Africa region (Kenya); and the Western Africa region (Nigeria). Drawing on the available data, research literature, and field practice experience, the nature and extent of corruption are identified; the factors influencing the causes and determining the consequences of corruption are delineated; measures that have been put in place to control corruption are outlined and discussed; and new policy solutions are proposed and advocated to more effectively control the corruption menace in Africa. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
1. Corruption in Africa: The Health Sector and Policy Recommendations for Managing the Risks  -- 2. Corruption in Swaziland  -- 3. Corruption in Kenya  -- 4. Corruption in Nigeria  -- 5. Controlling Corruption in Africa: A Governance Approach.
This volume analyzes the corruption phenomenon in Africa and how to combat it from a governance perspective with illustrated case studies from three of the most corrupt of those nations covering, respectively, the Southern Africa region (Swaziland); the Eastern Africa region (Kenya); and the Western Africa region (Nigeria). Drawing on the available data, research literature, and field practice experience, the nature and extent of corruption are identified; the factors influencing the causes and determining the consequences of corruption are delineated; measures that have been put in place to control corruption are outlined and discussed; and new policy solutions are proposed and advocated to more effectively control the corruption menace in Africa. .
Africa—Politics and government.
Public policy.
Comparative politics.
International organization.
Economic development.
Public administration.
African Politics.
Public Policy.
Comparative Politics.
International Organization.
Development Studies.
Public Administration.