Corruption erodes respect for the law and deters honest people from entering the public service. To overcome this scenario, the anti-corruption measures for ethical and good governance were discussed during the G8 Summit in Heiligendamm. In an era of globalisation, bribery is considered as a tool of developing networks and contacts for better opportunities. Corruption therefore is severely affecting the organisations and ordinary peoples' lives. This article is a reflection of form and extent of corruption at global level. Through comparative analysis of diverse countries, the challenges to combat corruption are discussed. Through the Global Corruption Barometer, Corruption Perceptions Index and Global Corruption Reports, the paper identifies the anti-corruption strategies adopted by various countries. In line with the global concern regarding combating corruption, the conventions that apply in Africa are: United Nations Conventi