Corruption as a barrier to sustainability

Malatyinszki, Szilárd and Zéman, Zoltán and Kálmán, Botond Géza (2025) Corruption as a barrier to sustainability. JOURNAL OF INFRASTRUCTURE POLICY AND DEVELOPMENT, 8 (15). pp. 1-10. ISSN 2572-7923

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Abstract

This study investigates how corruption impacts sustainability in African countries. Using public databases, the research draws on the African Development Bank’s corruption indicators and the World Bank’s financial inclusion metrics. The findings reveal that as financial inclusion increases, particularly through the use of digital financial services, perceptions of corruption decrease. However, economic growth paradoxically correlates with an increased perception of corruption due to rising consumption demands. The study concludes that promoting financial literacy, along with robust governance, is essential for combating corruption and fostering sustainable development.

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