Thursday, 23 July 2026 Malacca City
M Malaysia Dispatch

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MACC Set to Update on KWAP-eFishery Investigation as Probe Intensifies

Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog is poised to release fresh findings from its investigation into a RM200 million investment made by pension fund KWAP in Indonesian aquaculture technology company eFishery, signalling intensifying scrutiny of the controversial deal.

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NGO Officials Detained in RM5 Million Money Laundering Probe

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has arrested the secretary and treasurer of a non-governmental organisation in connection with the alleged laundering of RM5 million. The arrests signal escalating enforcement action against financial misconduct within the civil society sector.

· · 4 min read

MACC Seeks to Locate Man for Forfeiture Hearing

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is trying to locate Mohamad Faizul Kamaruddin, 41, to serve him court documents and ensure his attendance at a forfeiture hearing scheduled for August 20 at the Kuala Lumpur Criminal Sessions Court.

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Perkeso leadership distances agency from Daya Kerjaya 2.0 fraud allegations

The Social Security Organisation has moved to reassure the public following fraud allegations linked to the Daya Kerjaya 2.0 employment incentive programme, with leadership declaring that internal staff played no role in the misconduct being scrutinized by anti-corruption authorities.

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MACC Detains 33 In Major Crackdown On Foreign National Smuggling Ring

Malaysia's anti-corruption watchdog has detained 33 suspects, comprising law enforcement and government staff, suspected of running a criminal syndicate targeting foreign nationals. The operation marks a significant crackdown on corruption within state institutions.

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Government Must Justify Azam's Appointment as NFCC Adviser, Says Hamzah

Opposition leader Hamzah Zainudin has called for the government to provide a detailed explanation of Azam Baki's appointment as adviser to the National Anti-Financial Crime Centre, questioning the appropriateness of the move given the former MACC chief's current legal situation.

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Five New Members Join MACC Advisory Bodies for 2026-2029 Term

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission has appointed five individuals to its advisory structures for 2026-2029, expanding institutional oversight mechanisms aimed at combating graft across government and commercial sectors.

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MACC and Government Overturn High Court Malicious Prosecution Judgment

The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission and government have successfully appealed to overturn a High Court judgment that held them liable for malicious prosecution against a former company director, potentially affecting future cases involving anti-corruption investigations.

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