Business Integrity Innovations is brought to you by the Center for International Private Enterprise (CIPE) and the Compliance Podcast Network (CPN). This podcast is inspired by Ethics 1st, a multi-stakeholder initiative led by CIPE that creates pathways for accountable and sustainable investment in Africa. Companies can use Ethics 1st to standardize their business practices, develop sound corporate governance systems, and demonstrate their commitment to compliance and business ethics.
In this episode of Business Integrity Innovations, hosts Tom Fox and Michele Crymes welcome Doris Kumbawa, CEO and Founder of Ethics 360, and the CIPE country representative for Zimbabwe. Doris shares her professional journey and Ethics 360’s crucial role in promoting business integrity and anti-corruption compliance training. She elaborates on the challenges faced by the informal economy in Zimbabwe and the significant impact this economy has, especially on women.
Doris discusses the collaborative efforts to formalize informal economy associations and reduce corruption through stakeholder engagement and effective policy recommendations. She also highlights the influence of Ethics 1st, a tech-based platform helping businesses transition towards ethical practices, and her work with organizations like Transparency International and the Environment Social Governance Network of Zimbabwe to promote ethical governance and compliance. This episode provides deep insights into grassroots efforts to combat corruption and foster a culture of ethics and integrity in business.
Key highlights:
- Understanding Zimbabwe’s Informal Economy
- Ethics 360 and Anti-Corruption Efforts
- Impact of Ethics First on Small Businesses
- Collaborations and Training Initiatives
- Future Vision for Zimbabwe’s Compliance and Ethics
Resources:
Doris Kumbawa on LinkedIn
Ethics 360 on LinkedIn
CIPE
CIPE
Ethics 1st
