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Kenya’s Anti-Corruption Laws Under Scrutiny: New Report Calls for Urgent Reforms

Henrik Larsen, Head of Development Cooperation Embassy of Denmark in Kenya.

Nairobi, 24th March 2025,

 A newly released report by Transparency International Kenya (TI-Kenya), in collaboration with URAIA Trust and supported by the Royal Danish Embassy, has revealed critical weaknesses in Kenya’s anti-corruption framework. Titled "Rubber Meets the Road: An Assessment on the Impact of Anti-Corruption Laws and Institutions in Kenya," the report highlights deep-rooted corruption, legal loopholes, and weak enforcement mechanisms that hinder accountability efforts.

Despite the existence of robust legislation, including the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Act and the Anti-Bribery Act, the study finds that Kenya’s fight against corruption remains ineffective. Key challenges include underfunded oversight institutions, lack of coordination among anti-corruption agencies, and low public trust in governance structures.

Kenya’s anti-corruption laws are riddled with inconsistencies, limiting enforcement.
Key institutions like the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) struggle with resource constraints and overlapping mandates.

Public engagement in governance and anti-corruption efforts remains minimal, enabling corruption to persist.

Civil society and faith-based organizations play a crucial role in combating corruption but face systemic challenges.

To strengthen anti-corruption efforts, the report recommends legislative reforms to address emerging threats such as digital fraud, increased funding for oversight agencies, and enhanced ethics training for public officials. Additionally, fostering civic participation and supporting advocacy initiatives are emphasized as crucial steps in tackling corruption.
 Sheila Masinde, Executive Director of TI-Kenya.

Sheila Masinde, Executive Director of TI-Kenya, urged immediate action: “This report is a wake-up call. Kenya must close legal loopholes, strengthen institutions, and empower citizens to demand accountability. Corruption is not just a legal issue, it’s a governance crisis affecting every Kenyan.”

TI-Kenya is calling on the government, civil society, and the private sector to adopt the report’s recommendations to build a corruption-free society.


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