Doha, Qatar — EG Justice took part in the 11th Conference of States Parties (CoSP11) to the United Nations Convention against Corruption, using the global platform to amplify calls for accountability, transparency, and stronger international cooperation in the fight against corruption.

Represented by two staff members, EG Justice contributed to three high-level panel discussions that addressed the human cost of corruption, the power of investigative journalism, and the urgent need for transparency in Central Africa.

Exposing the Human Cost of Corruption

In a session sponsored by Transparency International Brazil, EG Justice presented a case involving corruption by the Vice President of Equatorial Guinea in Brazil. The discussion highlighted how corruption is not an abstract crime, but a system that directly harms ordinary people by diverting public resources and undermining basic rights.

EG Justice stressed the need for governments to move beyond rhetoric and strengthen cross-border cooperation to ensure that politically exposed persons are held accountable, regardless of where abuses occur.

Turning Investigations into Justice

During the second panel, EG Justice showcased major corruption cases spanning multiple jurisdictions and involving financial flows of up to USD 1 billion. These cases were uncovered through collaboration with investigative journalists around the world.

The organization emphasized that journalism plays a vital role in exposing transnational corruption networks, but exposure alone is not enough. Governments and law enforcement agencies must act on these findings to bring perpetrators to justice and recover stolen public assets.

Transparency as a Tool for Change in Central Africa

The third session focused on Beneficial Ownership transparency as a critical tool for preventing corruption in Central Africa. EG Justice participated as part of the Opening Central Africa Coalition, supported by the National Endowment for Democracy (NED).

The discussion highlighted how regional coalitions can drive reform by demanding transparency over who truly controls companies and financial structures often used to hide illicit wealth.

Advocacy, Partnerships, and Asset Recovery

Beyond the panels, EG Justice used CoSP11 to strengthen partnerships and build new alliances, particularly with Africa-based organizations working to advance accountability and good governance.

From an advocacy perspective, EG Justice also engaged with the Swiss Ministry of Foreign Affairs on the implementation of the asset return mechanism agreed with the Government of Equatorial Guinea. EG Justice will continue to monitor this case closely and advocate for transparent, people-centered asset repatriation processes that deliver real benefits to citizens.

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