Kenya saves Sh16.5 billion as EACC strengthens anti-corruption measures
Kenya safeguarded Sh16.5 billion in public resources during the 2024/2025 financial year, thanks to stricter anti-corruption measures by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
The Commission said this represents a record in recent years, underscoring the impact of proactive investigations, integrity tests, and targeted audits.
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EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud on Monday reported that 4,183 corruption cases were received, with investigations opened for 1,846. Bribery topped the list at 37 per cent of reports, followed by embezzlement of public funds at 19 per cent.
Unethical conduct accounted for 13 per cent, and fraudulent acquisition and disposal of public property accounted for 10 per cent. Other economic crimes, including procurement fraud, conflicts of interest, and money laundering, made up 21 per cent.
During the year, 838 active cases were investigated, while 175 were forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP).
“The Commission completed 229 investigation files on corruption, economic crimes and ethical violations,” the report stated.
EACC also secured 756 warrants for inspecting bank and mobile money accounts, vehicles, vessels, and premises linked to suspected offenders.
The Commission carried out 14 proactive investigations and 166 integrity tests, preventing potential losses of Sh16.5 billion.
In court, 213 corruption cases were heard, with 54 concluded, resulting in 33 convictions, 15 acquittals, and six withdrawals. EACC said these figures demonstrate stronger investigation standards and better cooperation with prosecutors.
Integrity tests were conducted across government agencies, including the Kenya Revenue Authority, Eldoret International Airport, National Police Service, Ministry of Lands registries, Mbagathi County Hospital, Kenyatta National Hospital, the National Transport and Safety Authority, Directorate of Civil Registration Services, and the counties of Kajiado and Nairobi.
Of the tested officers, 152 failed, four passed, and 10 had inconclusive results. “For the officers who failed, the Commission recommended administrative action to the respective institutions and cases with criminal thresholds were investigated and files sent to the DPP,” the report noted.
Audits revealed weaknesses in procurement systems, governance, service delivery, and internal controls.
Follow-up checks across ministries and county governments indicated gradual but measurable improvements. Public education initiatives reached over 93,000 citizens through community outreach, while major system audits at Kenya Power, National Social Security Fund, and Kenya Prisons Service highlighted similar gaps in governance and operations.
The Commission also engaged 128,010 students in 742 institutions across 23 counties and trained 349 members of Corruption Prevention Committees. Nationwide campaigns using digital and print media reinforced anti-corruption messaging.
EACC Chairperson David Oginde said the results show “corruption does not pay, and it will not prevail.” He noted that conviction rates, asset recovery, and concurrence with the ODPP reflect “the depth and rigour” of EACC’s work.
“These achievements are not mere statistics,” Oginde added. “They represent schools reclaimed, hospitals protected, land restored, and public funds redirected toward public good. They demonstrate, clearly and decisively, that corruption does not pay and it will not prevail.”
Despite progress, Oginde warned of persistent challenges such as weak enforcement of Chapter Six, interference with witnesses, threats to officers, institutional silos, and public apathy. He called for shared responsibility among government, private sector, religious and community leaders, partners, and citizens.
“Corruption thrives when good people stay silent,” he said. “Let us choose a Kenya where honesty is honoured, and public resources serve the public good.”
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