Post by Thatcher Ivarato

Corruption in PNG is something we all see & talk about every day—misuse of public funds, abuse of office, & questionable decision-making across different levels of government & public administration. It is no longer something hidden; it is visible, repeated, and deeply frustrating for ordinary citizens. This raises a real & practical question about the role of ICAC. How exactly does ICAC operate in practice? Does action only take place after formal complaints are lodged, or does ICAC have the mandate & capacity to proactively investigate suspected corruption involving parliamentarians,heads of departments, & senior public officials without waiting for reports? If ICAC is an independent body established to fight corruption,then the public expectation is clear: it should not only respond,but also actively pursue accountability where there is evidence or strong suspicion of wrongdoing. At the moment, the level of frustration in the public space is growing.People are seeing the same issues repeat themselves & are genuinely asking what concrete action is being taken to address them.Public confidence in an institution like ICAC depends not just on its existence, but on visible, consistent, & decisive action against corruption at all levels.