Corruption and behaviour change tracking social norms and values in South Africa

Abstract

The National Anti-Corruption Strategy (NACS) 2020-2030 is an inclusive plan to eliminate corruption in South Africa. It aims to promote and encourage active citizenry, whistleblowing, integrity and transparency in all spheres of society. Amongst the goals of the NACS is the creation of a culture of zero-tolerance for corruption, calling on members of the public to report corruption if they witness it. The primary aim of the present study is to support the goals of the NACS by trying to understand how we can create a culture of zero-tolerance for corruption amongst the mass public in the country. In order to achieve this aim, it focuses on the social norms and values that inform both anti-corruption and corruption attitudes as well as behaviours in post-apartheid society. The multi-year study is being conducted by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC) with the support of the German Agency for International Cooperation (GIZ).