Schools nurture anti-corruption generation

IRINGA: IRINGA Regional Commissioner, Mr Kheri James has urged young people to reject corruption, saying the country’s future depends on raising a generation committed to integrity, justice and equality.

Mr Kheri made the call over the weekend while opening an anti-corruption debate involving primary and secondary school students from Dodoma and Iringa regions at Lugalo Secondary School in Iringa Municipality.

He said corruption robs deserving people of opportunities when bribes are used to secure positions and benefits for people who do not have the required qualifications.

“We need a generation with good morals and proper upbringing that will be able to continue the fight against corruption,” he said.

The RC said the fight against corruption should begin by educating children from an early age about its dangers and empowering them to reject corrupt practices.

He urged teachers and parents to instil the values of integrity, patriotism and accountability to help build a morally upright generation.

Iringa Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (PCCB) Commander, Mr Victor Swela said anti-corruption clubs in schools play a key role in preparing young people to become ethical leaders.

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“The main objective of establishing anti-corruption clubs in schools is to educate students about corruption, its effects and ways of rejecting it,” Mr Swela said.

He added that the clubs are designed to nurture responsible leaders who will uphold integrity in society.

Students who participated in the debate said the initiative had improved their understanding of corruption and strengthened their commitment to reject corrupt practices.

The debate brought together students from the two regions as part of efforts to deepen anti-corruption awareness and encourage young people to play an active role in promoting integrity in society.