1. Introduction, Research Objectives and Overview

This study is concerned with exploring the problem of corruption in Rwanda, reviewing the approaches to responding to it and proposing an alternative response. This alternative response makes use of and promotes ‘Ubupfura’ which is a core ethical value embedded in and cherished by the Rwandan culture. This study highlights the necessity of empowering children and helping them to develop the capacity to resist and distance themselves from corrupt practices, as well as raising them as anti-corruption agents. Considering the link between anti-corruption and peacebuilding, and underlining the role of education in transforming human society, it is believed that this anti-corruption education curriculum could contribute to preparing young generations for sustaining positive peace in Rwanda. Generally, the purpose of anti-corruption education is to build values and develop capacities necessary to form the civic position of pupils against corruption (Ministry of Education and Science and Modern Didactics Centre 2006: 18). Supporting other existing approaches to the fight against corruption in Rwanda, the study advocates promoting an anti-corruption campaign for Rwandan children. Through the study, an anti-corruption curriculum was designed, implemented and evaluated. The study demonstrates that anti-corruption education for children is an imperative component of a successful anti-corruption strategy.