JOHOR BAHRU, Nov 11 (Bernama) – The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) Johor will intensify its integrity education and anti-corruption efforts in 2027, focusing on the younger generation, civil servants and strategic collaboration with various parties.
MACC Johor deputy director Sheikh Hamadi Sheikh Abdul Hamid said the approach aims to broaden anti-corruption awareness and embed integrity as a culture, as an early preventive measure to curb corruption in society.
He explained that the initiative will be guided by the five leadership pillars outlined by the MACC Chief Commissioner: uncompromising integrity, fair and just enforcement, proactive prevention, technology and transparency, and public trust.
"Key emphases include making integrity a work culture, identifying and closing corruption loopholes and risks early, and leveraging technology, including AI and data analytics, to enhance operational efficiency and accountability," he told Bernama.
Sheikh Hamadi said MACC Johor will also strengthen cooperation with government agencies, educational institutions, the private sector and local communities to ensure anti-corruption education programmes are implemented more comprehensively and effectively.
He said clear and measurable targets, such as the number of programmes, target groups, awareness improvement levels and implementation impact, are also being factored into the drafting of next year's prevention initiatives.
"The effectiveness of anti-corruption prevention efforts is not measured solely by the number of programmes carried out, but also takes into account changes in attitude, the level of compliance with regulations and the public's willingness to come forward and report corrupt practices," he added.
Commenting on this year's achievements, Sheikh Hamadi said the MACC Johor Community Education Unit (PENMAS) carried out 67 anti-corruption education and awareness activities involving various segments of society.
These comprised 36 talks, 27 programmes, three visits and one exhibition, with a focus on civil servants, government-linked companies, statutory bodies, educational institutions and the younger generation.
He said the programmes reflected MACC Johor's continued commitment to strengthening the preventive approach through education and the instilling of integrity values, alongside enforcement action.
– BERNAMA