Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng has proposed reforms to boost anti-corruption agencies and improve Ghana's Corruption Perception Index (CPI) ranking.

At the "Corruption and Justice: Where Does Ghana Stand?" event, Mr. Agyebeng voiced dissatisfaction with Ghana's stagnant CPI score of 43 since 2020, despite it being above the sub-regional average.

He attributed the stagnation to a lack of public confidence in the institutions responsible for combating corruption and delivering justice.

Mr. Agyebeng stressed that recognising the importance of fighting corruption is not enough; a steadfast commitment to the cause is essential.

Mr. Agyebeng recommended making the Office of the Special Prosecutor a constitutional agency, expanding its powers, and ensuring OSP representation on the Judicial Council.

He also touched on the need for adequate resources for law enforcement agencies and protection for judges to ensure they can perform their duties without fear.

The event, held by the Ghana Integrity Initiative, a branch of Transparency International, aimed to assess Ghana's CPI performance over the past four years, particularly following the release of the 2023 CPI ranking.