Fighting corruption one message at a time: Kazakhstan introduces WhatsApp hotline
Kazakhstan’s Anti-Corruption Agency has launched a WhatsApp chatbot, Antikor 1424, allowing citizens to report corruption and receive consultations, Kazinform News Agency reports, citing the department.
Users of the chatbot can report violations and ask questions on anti-corruption policies. Verified reports could be eligible for a reward of up to 15.7 million tenge (about $31,000).
“All messages will be reviewed, and if violations are identified, measures will be taken in accordance with current legislation,” the department stated.
The agency continues to employ contemporary anti-corruption policies like public participation and openness projects. Recently, Chairman Askhat Zhumagali met with singer Dimash Qudaibergen to go over cultural initiatives aiming to raise moral consciousness and legal knowledge.
During the meeting, Zhumagali underlined that public opinions about justice and honesty are greatly shaped by art. Qudaibergen in turn committed himself to help initiatives against corruption.
The chatbot is accessible via WhatsApp at +7-777-000-14-24.
