In one instance, an internal investigation found "likely collusion" between bank employees and former staff of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
A statement says as much as USD 2 million was lost. The IFRC says it is working with Sierra Leone's Anti- Corruption Commission to "investigate and legally pursue any persons involved."
Other investigations revealed suspected fraud in the two other hardest-hit countries during the 2014-2016 epidemic. In Guinea, at least USD 1 million disappeared because of fraudulent billing practices by a customs clearance service provider. Two other investigations there are pending.