Abstract
The study aims to investigate the extent of corruption in
South Africa. The article explores the corruption and
financial misconduct recorded during COVID-19. The
study is qualitative, and information is compiled using
desktop analysis. Various journal articles, books, and
official documents are considered to gather publicly
available data. This methodology forms part of the
literature review. The information gathered was assessed
through conceptual and document analysis. The findings
indicate that although anti-corruption Acts and strategies
are available, implementation gaps exist to combat
corruption successfully. The article highlights the
significant role the government can play in reducing
corruption as a suggestion for policymakers to consider.
Corruption arises for a variety of reasons. Personal greed,
the desire for an opulent lifestyle, the ego satisfaction that
comes with having power and authority, insufficient
institutional measures, and inadequate monitoring and
evaluation measures are just a few examples. Whatever the
cause, corruption cannot be tolerated. It goes against the
organisation's moral standards, code of conduct, integrity,
and honesty.