By Thapelo Molefe
Justice and Constitutional Development Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has warned that corruption poses a grave threat not only to governance and democracy but also to the environment, economic development, and the very survival of communities.
Speaking at the G20 Anti-Corruption Working Group (ACWG) Ministerial Meeting held at the Kruger National Park in Skukuza on Thursday, Kubayi said corruption erodes trust in public institutions, weakens justice systems, and fuels poverty and inequality.
“If corruption is allowed to take root in society, a wonderful and biodiverse park like Kruger National Park is not safe,” Kubayi cautioned.
“Corruption enables criminal groups to smuggle illicit drugs, weapons, wildlife, or even people across borders while evading law enforcement.”
She said corruption undermines governance structures and allows organised criminal groups to infiltrate public administration, destabilising countries and threatening public order and security.
Kubayi also linked corruption to environmental destruction, saying that it contributes to
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