UN Global Compact Network DRC and Partners Push for Concerted Action At The Inaugural National Anti-Corruption Summit

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) National Summit on Combating Corruption was concluded on December 10, 2025, in Kinshasa, and brought together representatives from the government, the private sector, civil society, religious groups, and technical and financial partners. The summit, which was hosted by the UN Global Compact Network DRC in collaboration with Unis Contre la Corruption, was initiated in response to persistent challenges related to corruption and its impact on the economy, citizen confidence, and the country's competitiveness. The summit is part of a larger global effort tied to the International Anti-Corruption Day of December 9, and the 2024-2025 campaign, ‘Uniting with Youth Against Corruption: Shaping Tomorrow’s integirty’.

The event, which aligns especially with Principle 10 of the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact, provided a platform for inclusive dialogue on four major themes: the National Strategic Plan to Combat Corruption, prevention and detection mechanisms, education and ethics, and the economy and business climate. Drawing participants from various sectors, including representatives of the Agency for the Prevention and Fight against Corruption, the Ministry of Justice, and the private sector, as well as other civil society actors, the Summit reaffirms the commitment of each party to the shared objective of combating corruption.

Through high-level panels and working groups, participants formulated practical recommendations aimed at strengthening controls, digitizing procedures, protecting whistleblowers, integrating civic and moral education into school programs, and improving economic governance.

One of the key outcomes of the Summit was the adoption of a set of consensus recommendations, serving as the basis for a national roadmap for the deployment of a compliance framework applicable to government, the private sector, and civil society.

Speaking at the event, Jessica Webe, Executive Director, UN Global Compact Network DRC, expressed optimism about the potential impact of the consensus recommendations and called for diligence in application of the proposed framework.

“This summit is not a conclusion; it is a launch. It marks the beginning of a long-term, demanding, yet essential effort. Together, we will build an exemplary, attractive, and respected Republic—one where every Congolese can say: ‘Corruption is declining, and the nation is moving forward,’” she said.

The Summit thus helped to strengthen multisectoral commitment to good governance, consolidate dialogue between stakeholders, and lay the groundwork for a sustainable dynamic to transform compliance practices and promote a more ethical and competitive nation.