The Executive Secretary of the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition, Beauty Emefa Narteh, has made history after being elected Co-Chair of the Global Civil Society Coalition for the United Nations Convention against Corruption (UNCAC).
She is the first Ghanaian and the first woman from Africa to chair the global coalition, according to an announcement made on October 16, 2026.
An honour and a responsibility
Reacting to her election, Mrs Narteh described the achievement as both an honour and a responsibility.
"I am deeply honoured by the confidence placed in me. I see this not only as a personal milestone, but as an opportunity to strengthen the voice of African civil society, particularly women, in global anti-corruption efforts," she said.
She added that she looked forward to working with colleagues to ensure that civil society remained a strong and influential voice in advancing the implementation of the UNCAC and holding governments accountable for their commitments.
Experience
Mrs Narteh represents Sub-Saharan Africa on the coalition's Coordination Committee. She brings extensive experience in anti-corruption advocacy, governance and civil society leadership to the role.
Why it matters
Her election comes at a time when stronger civil society participation remains critical to turning international anti-corruption commitments into meaningful reforms and tangible results for citizens. It also offers an opportunity to bring African perspectives and experiences more strongly into global conversations on corruption, accountability and good governance.
Joint leadership
Mrs Narteh will serve as Co-Chair alongside David Banisar. Together, they will lead the coalition as it continues to strengthen civil society participation, collaboration and advocacy around the implementation of the UNCAC.
