IGG Brings Stakeholders Together For Joint Preparations For International Anti-Corruption Day 2026
Nov. 14, 2026
The fight against corruption requires a united front. This was the key message as Heads of Institutions and anti-corruption stakeholders convened at the Inspectorate of Government on Friday, 13th November 2026, to coordinate joint preparations for the 2026 International Anti-Corruption Day (IACD), under the leadership of the Inspector General of Government (IGG), Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala.
The Heads of Institutions approved the proposed commemoration theme, “No More Sleep, No More Corruption: Collective Action and Accountability for Effective Service Delivery and Socio-Economic Transformation,” without amendments.
The IGG emphasised the importance of strengthening institutional partnerships and collective responsibility in combating corruption, noting that meaningful progress requires coordinated action, shared commitment and sustained engagement from all stakeholders.
The Deputy Inspector General of Government, Dr. Patricia Achan Okiria, proposed a joint community cleaning exercise involving participating institutions and Kampala Capital City Authority (KCCA). The proposal was welcomed by members, who emphasised that the exercise should be meaningful and impactful, providing an opportunity for institutional cooperation, corporate social responsibility, networking and direct engagement with communities.
The Head of the State House Anti-Corruption Unit (SH-ACU), Brigadier General Henry Isoke, underscored that the fight against corruption is not the responsibility of one institution but a collective mission that requires stakeholders to work together to achieve meaningful results.
Similarly, the Chairperson of the Leadership Code Tribunal, Dr. Roselyn Karugonjo-Segawa, emphasised the need for increased public relations and advocacy initiatives to influence public mindsets and perceptions towards the fight against corruption.
The Executive Director of Transparency International Uganda, Mr. Peter Wandera, highlighted ongoing research to establish Uganda's Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) performance. He explained that the index draws on independent data sources and uses a scale of zero to 100. He encouraged institutions to strengthen collaboration, improve the availability and quality of credible data, and support evidence-based interventions that can contribute to improving Uganda's performance.
Members further agreed on the proposed activities outlined in the concept note, with adjustments to the implementation schedule to strengthen coordination and ensure meaningful participation by all stakeholders.
The meeting also provided an opportunity to appreciate the Inspectorate of Government's Anti-Corruption Anthem, composed in Kiswahili. Members commended the anthem for its patriotic appeal and regional significance, pledging to give it greater visibility and wider dissemination through the planned IACD activities. They noted that its Kiswahili composition gives it a regional identity and makes it an important tool for promoting collective commitment against corruption.
The meeting reaffirmed the importance of strong institutional partnerships, sustained public engagement and collective responsibility in promoting integrity, transparency and accountability.
Through the leadership of Lady Justice Naluzze Aisha Batala, the Inspectorate of Government continues to strengthen partnerships and mobilise stakeholders towards a coordinated national response to corruption.
Together, we can build a more accountable society where integrity is everyone's responsibility.