As the scale and impact of fraud continues to grow and put pressure on public finances, countries need effective tools to prevent, detect and respond to fraud risks while sustaining public trust and the integrity of public spending. Although many countries have adopted anti-fraud strategies, monitoring and evaluation (M&E) systems often remain weak, limiting governments’ ability to measure results, identify emerging risks and improve anti-fraud efforts over time.
This report presents a practical methodology to help governments and public institutions strengthen anti-fraud strategies through better monitoring, evaluation and regular updates. The methodology provides a flexible approach that can be applied at national, regional, sectoral or organisational level. It supports authorities responsible for anti-fraud co-ordination, implementation and oversight, including the Anti-Fraud Coordination Services (AFCOS) within Member States of the European Union.
Drawing on international best practices and aligned with European Commission guidance and OECD standards, the report also stresses the importance of clear governance arrangements, participatory approaches, transparent communication and structured learning to strengthen resilience against fraud. It is complemented by practical tools designed to help countries build strong M&E frameworks for anti-fraud.
