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Founder of Asian super-app Gojek sentenced to 10 years in jail for corruption

BBC News·June 30, 2026
Founder of Asian super-app Gojek sentenced to 10 years in jail for corruption

Nadiem Makarim, the founder of Asian super-app Gojek, has been sentenced to 10 years in jail for corruption. The corruption charges against him originated from a laptop deal that took place during his term as Indonesia's education minister. Makarim's sentence is a significant development in the case, which has drawn attention to corruption in Indonesia's government and business sectors. The sentencing reflects the country's efforts to crack down on corruption and hold high-profile figures accountable.

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