Port Moresby, Monday 5 August 2024 – Transparency International PNG (TIPNG) is excited to announce the overwhelming success of the 2024 Sir Anthony Siaguru Walk Against Corruption (SASWAC).
The event, which took place in both Lae and Port Moresby, saw the participation of 108 teams from the corporate and government sector, 17 Civil Society Organizations, 69 schools, and 38 families. From the generosity of these participants, TIPNG has raised a K240,500.00 through the walk against corruption. These will enable TIPNG to continue its work in promoting transparency and accountability through its programs.
“I want to express TIPNG’s sincere gratitude to everyone who participated in the Sir Anthony Siaguru Walk Against Corruption through in-kind support, volunteering and registering to participate. Your collective efforts have not only contributed significantly to our financial sustainability but have also sent a powerful message of unity and determination against corruption,” said TIPNG CEO, Ms Arianne Kassman.
The theme of 2024 Sir Anthony Siaguru Walk Against Corruption was “Rise to the Occasion” and positioned all Papua New Guineans as agents of change to take on the responsibility of doing what is best for the country and with a sense of urgency.
The Sir Anthony Siaguru Walk Against Corruption (SASWAC) started in 2007 and is TIPNG’s major fundraising event. The goal of the Walk Against Corruption is to raise funds to support the operations of TIPNG; raise greater awareness about corruption among institutions and corporate sector and provide a peaceful avenue for citizens to express their opposition to corruption.