KIRINYAGA, Kenya- The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has stepped up its collaboration with Kirinyaga County in a renewed push to strengthen corruption prevention and promote accountability in devolved units.
This follows a high-level meeting between EACC Vice Chairperson Dr. Monica Muiru and Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru, signalling a deepening partnership aimed at sealing loopholes in public service delivery.
New anti-corruption committee
At the centre of the engagement is the planned establishment of an Executive Corruption Prevention Committee (CPC), a structure designed to identify corruption risks, promote integrity, and enhance oversight within county operations.
Governor Waiguru is committed to immediately operationalising the apex committee, emphasising the county’s readiness to translate the partnership into tangible reforms.
The CPC framework is anchored in Section 9 of the Anti-Bribery Act, which compels public and private institutions to put in place adequate procedures to prevent bribery and related offences.
Officials say the move will help institutionalise preventive mechanisms rather than relying solely on enforcement after corruption has occurred.
Push for transparency
EACC said the partnership reflects its broader strategy of working closely with county governments to embed anti-corruption systems at the grassroots level.
The commission has in recent years shifted focus towards prevention—encouraging public institutions to adopt internal controls, strengthen governance structures, and uphold ethical standards.
The collaboration is expected to enhance transparency, improve service delivery, and build public trust in county administrations.
As counties continue to manage significant public resources under Kenya’s devolved system, watchdog agencies have increasingly emphasised the need for proactive measures to curb graft.
