THE TWILIGHT WITH MATHIAS (11 AUGUST 2025)
The Effects of Bribery
How Bribes Undermine Service Delivery
Bribery continues to affect service delivery across many sectors. When officials or service providers expect payment for tasks they are already employed to perform, it creates a system of inequality. Those without the means to pay are often denied access to essential goods and services — leading to frustration, injustice, and mistrust.