GIZ empowers Karamoja Anti Corruption Coalition by conducting policy  reviews  

GIZ is a German agency in the field of international cooperation that works in Uganda to promote  sustainable development. Recently, they conducted a three-day policy review for the Karamoja  Anti Corruption Coalition (KACC). The policy review took place at the KACC office in Nabilatuk  district, located in the Karamoja Sub region from April 28th to April 30th. The facilitators of the  policy review were Ahamednur Lomwar, the GIZ technical advisor for Organizational  Development & Participation, and Nakityo Caroline, the Finance and Administration Specialist at  GIZ. Lomwar stated that‚ “Reviewing policies for KACC will improve governance and make KACC stronger as it implements its activities in Karamoja.” Amina Lowakori, the Integrity Officer  at KACC, thanked GIZ for the initiative and stated that the policies will help with compliance  purposes and fundraising. Dr. Ayub Mukisa, the Executive Director of KACC, also acknowledged  the work of GIZ and stated that GIZ’s approach of working and providing direct support to  grassroots civil society organizations is one of the best solutions to empower civil society in  Uganda.  

The policies reviewed were for finance, human resources, procurement and the board charter. In  Karamoja, GIZ has introduced the Contracts Monitoring System (CMS) and the Citizens Feedback  Platforms (CFP). These are new applications to be used in the fight against corruption and ensure  value for money. GIZ and the Royal Danish Embassy have been key donors funding KACC in  Karamoja to implement various activities such as the Baraza’s, District Integrity Promotion  Forums, training community monitors and formation of Youth Integrity Clubs.  

When contacted, Richard Omoding the Executive Director of RiamiRiam, thanked GIZ for  supporting KACC. Richard stated,” The capacity GIZ provides will enable KACC and other NGOs  to fundraise.” Omoding emphasized that having updated policies has become a donor requirement  these days.