CIABOC, with support from UNDP and the Government of Japan, unveils a transformative platform
7 October 2025, Colombo, Sri Lanka: In a landmark move to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of addressing bribery and corruption related matters in Sri Lanka, the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka, with funding from the Government of Japan through the Japanese Supplementary Budget (JSB) has unveiled the Case-File Tracking Systemfor CIABOC; a major step in advancing the country’s efforts to strengthen integrity, transparency, and accountability in governance. The success of the case tracking system project is deeply rooted in the ongoing project on ‘Promoting Economic Governance through Anti-Corruption Policy Support’.
The new system, inaugurated at CIABOC premises in Colombo, was launched in the presence of Justice Neil Iddawala, Chairperson of CIABOC; Mr. K.B. Rajapaksh (Attorney-at-Law) and President’s Counsel Mr. Chethiya Gunasekara, Commissioners of CIABOC; Mr. Ranga Dissanayake (High Court Judge), Director General of CIABOC; Mr. KAMOSHIDA Naoaki, Minister/Deputy Chief of Mission, from the Embassy of Japan; and Ms. Azusa Kubota, Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Sri Lanka.
The Case-File Tracking System introduces a modern digital platform that streamlines case management, improves workflow efficiency, and enables timely, transparent investigations. By strengthening CIABOC’s institutional capacity, the system enhances the Commission’s ability to fulfil its constitutional mandate.
The primary purpose of the Case-File Tracking and Workflow Management Solution is to modernize and streamline the Commission’s approach to handling and managing their investigations and operational processes, including key objectives such as; Efficient Case Management and optimized workflow; Enhanced accountability and coordination; Supporting real-time reporting, access and collaboration tools; among others.
To ensure the effective operationalization and long-term sustainability of the system, the Government of Japan together with UNDP, also handed over hardware infrastructure equipment valued at USD 202,222 to operationalize the case system. In addition, targeted training was provided to CIABOC staff, strengthening their expertise to fully leverage the benefits of the system.
Through these initiatives, CIABOC is embracing digitalization as a driver of change, ensuring independence, transparency, and accountability in CIABOC’s work, while aligning with Sri Lanka’s digital governance agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
