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The Directorate on Corruption and Economic Offences (DCEO) was established in terms of Section 3 of the prevention of Corruption and Economic Offences Act No. 5 of 1999 as amended by Act No. 8 of 2006. The Core business of the Directorate is to prevent and fight corruption and economic crime in both the public sector and the private sector. Section 11 of the Money Laundering and Proceeds of Crime Act No. 4 of 2008 as amended, establishes the DCEO as the Anti-Money Laundering Authority thus mandating the DCEO to prevent, investigate and prosecute money laundering and terrorist financing offences and any other matters relating to money laundering and proceeds of crime.
To fight corruption and money laundering through prevention, education, investigation and prosecution with the involvement of the community.
Be a law enforcement agency of excellence in combating corruption and money laundering without fear or favour.
Steadfast adherence to ethical aand morals principles (trustworthy, loyalty) as the organisation’s mandate is to prevent and fight a scourge caused by unethical conduct.
Dealing fairly, equitably and being objectives, serving all equally irrespective of political affiliation, social standing, economic background and religion or gender.
Application skill, good judgement and polite behavior for efficient and effective service delivery.
Responsible, answerable and liable in utilizing the resources and the execution of functions.
Operate openly, fairly, objectively and honestly without prejudice to DCEO’s operations.
Upholding of secrecy and protections of any relevant information obtained in the execution of duties.
The Core business of the Directorate is to prevent and fight corruption and economic crime in both the public sector and the private sector.
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