The Efficacy of the Aristotelian Doctrine of the Mean in Addressing the Political Moral Crisis of Corruption in Tanzania

Abstract: The research aimed to investigate the potential effectiveness of the Aristotelian Doctrine of the Mean in addressing the political moral crisis caused by corruption in Tanzania. Corruption had become deeply rooted in various levels of government and society, resulting in a moral crisis that undermined public trust in the government, distorted the policy-making process, and limited sustainable development. Despite various anti-corruption initiatives in the past, the results had often fallen short, necessitating a re-evaluation of existing approaches. The research proposed exploring the Aristotelian Doctrine of the Mean, a philosophical concept that emphasizes finding a balance between extremes to achieve moral excellence, as a potential solution to the issue at hand. The analytic method was employed to conduct a conceptual analysis and logical reasoning to assess the doctrine’s potential applicability to corruption in Tanzania. The Cultural Theory of Corruption, which argues that corruption is culturally rooted and not limited solely to individual or institutional problems, provided a theoretical framework for this research. By understanding the cultural factors that contribute to corruption in Tanzania, policymakers and researchers could modify approaches to address the issue’s root causes. The study aimed to offer a fresh perspective that could contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of corruption and guide policymakers, citizens, and anticorruption agencies toward more effective and sustainable solutions. Keywords: Corruption, Aristotelian Doctrine of the Mean, Cultural Theory of Corruption, Tanzania, Anti Corruption Strategies. Title: The Efficacy of the Aristotelian Doctrine of the Mean in Addressing the Political Moral Crisis of Corruption in Tanzania Author: Sisti Morisi International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research ISSN 2348-3156 (Print), ISSN 2348-3164 (online) Vol. 12, Issue 3, July 2024 - September 2024 Page No: 231-239 Research Publish Journals Website: www.researchpublish.com Published Date: 20-August-2024 Amendment Date: 04-September-2024 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13685809 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.researchpublish.com/papers/the-efficacy-of-the-aristotelian-doctrine-of-the-mean-in-addressing-the-political-moral-crisis-of-corruption-in-tanzania