Do Digital Government Services Create or Curb Corruption in Public Service in Africa?

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Brief Overview

Data suggests the digital economy can add up to $1.2tn to the world’s GDP by 2030 and an estimated $712bn to Africa's economy by 2050, however, corruption impedes this projection. E-government services can serve as mediators in curbing corruption.

Authors

• Ebelechukwu Monye, Auburn University

• Regan Ofori Acheampong, Auburn University

• Daniel Laate, Auburn University