Whistleblowing and Whistleblowers in Africa: Promoting Accountable and Ethical Societies

Sensationalising and exposing nefarious activities like corruption and fraud is key to promoting good governance and development. Whistleblowing has been identified globally as one of the most effective methods for combatting corruption. The significant and crucial role of whistleblowing in combating corruption in the public sector, more specifically in an African context and milieu, is critically examined in this book. It provides advanced and innovative insights and a deeper understanding into the challenges experienced first-hand by whistleblowers and the tactical execution of operative mechanisms for promoting accountability and observance of the rule of law.

This book, which consists of 18 chapters written by well-known and reputable scholars and practitioners from the African continent, draws on their knowledge, expertise and insights, all of which contributes to a very pertinent, distinctive and novel compendium on whistleblowing. What sets this book apart from comparable publications is its comprehensive and exhaustive examination and study of the African milieu and context, highlighting varied case studies from several African countries. Additionally, the chapters are further augmented by lived experiences, thereby providing readers with a subtlety in grasping the challenges experienced by whistleblowers and the planned execution of culpability instruments.