The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission reports a record year, preventing Sh16.5bn in losses through investigations, integrity tests and audits across key public institutions.
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) says it prevented losses worth Sh16.5 billion in the 2024/2025 financial year, marking its strongest performance in recent years.
Releasing its annual report on Monday, the Commission said the gains were achieved through expanded investigations, integrity testing and proactive operations.
EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud said the agency received 4,183 corruption reports and opened investigations into 1,846 cases. Bribery made up most of the complaints at 37 percent, followed by embezzlement of public funds at 19 percent, unethical conduct at 13 percent, and fraudulent acquisition of public property at 10 percent. Other economic crimes, including procurement fraud, conflict of interest and money laundering accounted for 21 percent.
The Commission investigated 838 active cases and forwarded 175 files to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions. In total, EACC completed 229 investigation files and secured 756 warrants to inspect bank accounts, mobile money accounts, vehicles, premises and vessels linked to suspected corruption.
EACC also carried out 14 proactive investigations and 166 integrity tests, which played a central role in stopping the Sh16.5 billion loss. Out of the integrity tests, 152 officers failed, four passed and 10 were inconclusive. The findings informed disciplinary recommendations to various institutions and criminal investigations where necessary.
There were 213 corruption cases before the courts during the year. Of these, 54 were concluded, resulting in 33 convictions, 15 acquittals, and six withdrawals. EACC said closer cooperation with prosecutors helped improve outcomes.
The Commission also conducted audits in major public institutions, including Kenya Power, the National Social Security Fund and the Kenya Prisons Service. The reviews uncovered gaps in procurement, service delivery, internal controls and governance systems.
Public education efforts expanded, reaching more than 93,000 citizens through community events. Another 128,010 learners across 742 schools were also sensitised, and digital anti-corruption campaigns were strengthened nationwide.
EACC Chairperson David Oginde said the results show progress but warned that weak enforcement, threats against officers, witness interference and rising public apathy remain major obstacles. He urged citizens, institutions and leaders to support the fight against corruption as the country marks International Anti-Corruption Day.
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