By Patience Gondo
The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has invited journalists from across the country to submit entries for the 2025 Anti-Corruption Media Awards, an initiative aimed at recognising outstanding journalistic efforts in exposing corruption and promoting integrity.
Announcing the call for entries on November 7, ZACC said the awards are open to both freelance and newsroom-based journalists working in Zimbabwe.
The competition features five categories the Anti-Corruption Journalist Award, Integrity Champion Award, Anti-Corruption Photojournalism Award, Public Service Accountability Award (Radio/TV) and the Prevention of Corruption and Awareness Award.
ZACC spokesperson Thandiwe Mlobane, said submissions must include at least two published stories from either print or electronic media, produced between October 1, 2024 and September 30, 2025.
The deadline for all entries is November 15, 2025, and entries can be submitted electronically or as hard copies.
Mlobane said the initiative seeks to strengthen the partnership between the media and anti-corruption institutions in building a culture of transparency.
“The media plays a crucial role in exposing corruption and promoting transparency. These awards are our way of recognising journalists who stand for truth and accountability,” he said.
The Integrity Champion Award will honour individuals or institutions that demonstrate exceptional ethical leadership, while the Photojournalism Award will recognise photographers and cartoonists whose work powerfully conveys anti-corruption messages. Broadcast journalists will be honoured under the Public Service Accountability Award for productions that stimulate public debate on governance and integrity.
Established under Section 254 of the Constitution of Zimbabwe, the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission is an independent body mandated to investigate and combat corruption in both the public and private sectors. Its operations are guided by the principles of integrity, transparency, and accountability, in line with the country’s Vision 2030 and the National Development Strategy 2 (NDS1), which prioritise good governance.
ZACC said corruption continues to undermine national development and service delivery. According to Transparency International’s 2023 Corruption Perceptions Index, Zimbabwe scored 24 out of 100, reflecting ongoing challenges in addressing graft despite continued reforms.
“Fighting corruption is not a one man effort it requires the involvement of all citizens, institutions, and the media,” He said.
“Through such collaborations, we can build a culture of honesty and public trust.”
The Anti-Corruption Media Awards have become an annual fixture on ZACC’s calendar and are part of the Commission’s broader public awareness and engagement strategy to promote ethical conduct across society.
Interested journalists can send their submissions to pr@zacc.co.zw.
Further details are available on ZACC’s official website and social media platforms.