NGO’s using religious or humanitarian causes siphoned millions in donations: MACC
THE Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) is investigating at least three prominent non-governmental organisations (NGO) over the alleged misuse of public donations amounting to millions of ringgit, with prosecutions expected soon.
Its chief commissioner Azam Baki said investigations have uncovered possible misappropriation of funds, including donations allegedly diverted into personal accounts by NGO leaders.
He warned that some organisations may have exploited public generosity, including fundraising carried out under religious or humanitarian causes.
“In the near future, more NGOs will be taken action against by the MACC.
“They are still riding on religion, collecting millions, but the money ends up in personal accounts. These individuals, including the NGO chairmen, will be charged in court soon,” he said in a media podcast yesterday.
Azam raised concerns over weak oversight of NGOs and foundations, noting that while many are registered with the Registrar of Societies, some have allegedly deceived donors about how contributions were used.
He added that MACC is monitoring NGOs that display serious warning signs, despite the large number of registered organisations nationwide. —Jan 11, 2025
"Gaza" and "Palestine" became favourite channels for RM or USD millions ultimately disappearing into private pockets.
ReplyDeleteWakakaka.... I was one of the bad guys who challenged Hamas/Gaza lovers to put their money where their mouth is..
But many unwisely donated to dodgy organisations.....instead of bona fide humanitarian aid organisations such as Red Crescent , Mercy Malaysia or Medicine Sans Frontiers.
I have donated generously to the Red Crescent and Unicef for decades..Some of the money sure goes to Gaza, but I have resolutely refused to give a single sen to Gaza or Palestine specific aid campaigns.
UNRWA is the best example of highjacking a humanitarian cause for 80 years without relocating a single refugee.
ReplyDeleteUNRWA has been completely riddled by Hamas for years.
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