The Ghana anti- corruption Coalition with support from Hewelt Foundation has summon the students of Damongo SHS in the savannah region of Ghana to educate them on the dangers of corruption related practices
The sensitisation program serves as part of this year’s African Union Anti-corruption day celebration
The theme for this year’s event is “Justice for Africans and the people of Africa Descent Through Reparations focused on the power of whistleblowing and the critical role young people play in the fight against corruption”
This engaging and impactful program was facilitated by “Nothcode” a non governmental organization who are into conflict resolutions and anti-corruption advocacy.
The moderator of the program, Pastor Samuel Mahama Dinkeri guided the students on some of the causes and forms of corruption related practices that one may be likely to fall as a victim
Pastor Samuel also introduce to the students the whistleblowing Act and as well as the witness protection Act
In his conclusion the moderator urge the students to always speak up anytime they realize uneasy calm in their daily lives
This can be done by using the social media responsibly and holding leader’s accountable through civic participation
The students who were listening with keen attention asked some personal questions and promise to become ambassadors in fighting against corruption both in school and at home
The assistant headmaster of Damongo SHS Mr Habibu Dorla in his brief address describe the event as timely and transformational
According Mr Habibu, the event is very educative and will boost the moral of the students
The students were very happy when they realized the equally have a voice when it comes to fighting against corruption.
