What South Africa can learn from Hong Kong’s war on police corruption (opens original article in a new tab)

Hong Kong's 1973 police corruption scandal led to the creation of the ICAC, offering lessons for South Africa on establishing an independent anti-corruption body.

• In 1973, Hong Kong police officer Peter Godber's escape under corruption investigation led to public humiliation and systemic change.
• Hong Kong established the ICAC in 1974, creating an independent anti-corruption body with investigation, prevention, and public education arms.
• South Africa is urged to create an independent anti-corruption institution outside SAPS, with protected funding and judicial oversight.