"The objectives of this Convention are to: Promote and strengthen the development in Africa by each State Party, of mechanisms required to prevent, detect, punish and eradicate corruption and related offences in the public and private sectors ... Promote socio-economic development by removing obstacles to the enjoyment of economic, social and cultural rights as well as civil and political rights. Establish the necessary conditions to foster transparency and accountability in the management of public affairs." (Quoted from paper)