Category: Africa

How Asset Recovery Promotes Transparency and Good Governance in Africa

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How Asset Recovery Promotes Transparency and Good Governance in Africa Since 2022, CiFAR has been supporting civil society organizations across Africa to champion a new initiative under the Common African Position on Asset Recovery (CAPAR). The continent-wide CAPAR CSO network is driving transformative efforts to recover stolen assets, strengthen good governance, and ensure transparency in Read more about How Asset Recovery Promotes Transparency and Good Governance in Africa[…]

Written by:
CiFAR on 07/02/2025.

Aplicación de la Posición Común Africana: Lanzamiento de seis evaluaciones nacionales de la aplicación de CAPAR

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12 de noviembre de 2024 Hoy nos complace presentar seis evaluaciones de la aplicación nacional de la Posición Común Africana sobre Recuperación de Activos. La Posición Común Africana sobre Recuperación de Activos (CAPAR) es un hito en el enfoque de la Unión Africana sobre la recuperación de activos robados en el continente. Establece recomendaciones internacionales, Read more about Aplicación de la Posición Común Africana: Lanzamiento de seis evaluaciones nacionales de la aplicación de CAPAR[…]

Written by:
CiFAR on 12/11/2024.

Mise en application de la position africaine commune : Lancement de six évaluations nationales de la mise en œuvre de la CAPAR

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12 novembre 2024 Aujourd’hui, nous avons le plaisir de lancer six évaluations de mise en œuvre nationale de la Position africaine commune sur le recouvrement des avoirs (CAPAR). La Position africaine commune sur le recouvrement des avoirs (CAPAR) est une étape importante dans l’approche de l’Union Africaine en matière de recouvrement des avoirs volés sur Read more about Mise en application de la position africaine commune : Lancement de six évaluations nationales de la mise en œuvre de la CAPAR[…]

Written by:
CiFAR on 12/11/2024.

Implementing the Common African Position: Launch of six national assessments of CAPAR implementation

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12 November 2024 Today we are pleased to launch six assessments of national implementation of the Common African Position on Asset Recovery. The Common African Position on Asset Recovery (CAPAR) is a milestone in the African Union’s approach to the recovery of assets stolen from the continent. It sets out international, regional and national recommendations Read more about Implementing the Common African Position: Launch of six national assessments of CAPAR implementation[…]

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CiFAR on 12/11/2024.

Strengthening Asset Recovery in Africa: Multistakeholder Dialogue on the Implementation of CAPAR and Asset Recovery Initiatives

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The CAPAR Civil Society Network, Civil Forum for Asset Recovery (CiFAR) and Transparency International, co-hosted a two-day workshop on the Common Africa Position on Asset Recovery (CAPAR) and Asset Recovery in Africa, held in Nairobi, Kenya on April 25-26, 2024. It brought together policymakers, regional bodies, and civil society organizations (CSOs) to engage in collaborative Read more about <strong>Strengthening Asset Recovery in Africa: Multistakeholder Dialogue on the Implementation of CAPAR and Asset Recovery Initiatives</strong>[…]

Written by:
CiFAR on 09/05/2024.

Regional Workshop on CAPAR and Asset Recovery in Africa – Nairobi, Kenya

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On the 25th and 26th April 2024, regional bodies, parliamentary networks, asset recovery interagency networks, and civil society representatives will gather in Nairobi, Kenya for the Regional workshop on the Common Africa Position on Asset Recovery (CAPAR) and Asset Recovery in Africa. The event is organised by the CAPAR Civil Society Network, Civil Forum for Read more about Regional Workshop on CAPAR and Asset Recovery in Africa – Nairobi, Kenya[…]

Written by:
CiFAR on 24/04/2024.

Demystifying CAPAR and why it matters for civil society

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Illicit financial flows (IFFs) are a significant obstacle to Africa’s development, as they drain essential resources. To confront this challenge, the African Union took concrete steps, starting with the adoption of the Special Declaration on Illicit Financial Flows in January 2015. This declaration endorsed the recommendations of the African Union/United Nations Economic Commission for Africa’s Read more about <strong>Demystifying CAPAR and why it matters for civil society</strong>[…]

Written by:
CiFAR on 29/02/2024.

The Glencore Scandal: A Deep Dive into Asset Recovery and Global Justice

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Written by Andi Shehu, CiFAR. Introduction Glencore, a giant in the world of multinational commodities trading and mining, has found itself at the epicentre of one of the biggest corporate scandals in recent history. Allegations of widespread bribery and corruption have not only tarnished the company’s reputation, but also raised urgent questions about the ethical Read more about <strong>The Glencore Scandal: A Deep Dive into Asset Recovery and Global Justice</strong>[…]

Written by:
CiFAR on 19/10/2023.

Statement of the CAPAR Civil Society Network at the Continental Symposium on AUCPCC, 20 Years After: Achievements and Prospects

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Arusha, 10 July 2023 The CAPAR Civil Society Network, formed of civil society organisations across Africa and facilitated by CiFAR – Civil Forum for Asset Recovery, congratulates the African Union on the successful organisation of the “Continental Symposium on AUCPCC, 20 Years After: Achievements and Prospects”. The CAPAR Civil Society (CSO) Network was formed at Read more about <strong>Statement of the CAPAR Civil Society Network at the Continental Symposium on AUCPCC, 20 Years After: Achievements and Prospects</strong>[…]

Written by:
CiFAR on 10/07/2023.

Asset Recovery in Kenya: Overview and Explainer

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Read CiFAR’s new research paper: Asset Recovery in Kenya The Kenyan government has been engaged in more recent years in cross-border asset freezing, confiscation, and return of the proceeds of corruption. Nevertheless, it is not lost on many that to a large extent, international cases have begun due to the proactivity of the countries holding Read more about Asset Recovery in Kenya: Overview and Explainer[…]

Written by:
Jackson Oldfield on 26/09/2022.