NAIROBI, Kenya- Kenya’s battle against corruption is getting a boost, thanks to a new guide designed to help both judicial officers and businesses navigate the complex landscape of anti-corruption laws.
Launched by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) in collaboration with the Kenya Magistrates and Judges Association (KMJA), the Business Guide on Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Law in Kenya offers a streamlined overview of the country’s anti-corruption legal framework, making it more accessible to key stakeholders.
This new guidebook marks a significant step in Kenya’s efforts to address corruption, aligning the judiciary and business community in a united front.
Chief Justice Martha K. Koome emphasized that curbing corruption requires more than just government intervention, noting that private-sector involvement is essential.
“This Business Guide represents the fruition of a collaboration between KMJA and KAM, showing how partnerships between the Judiciary and the private sector can create tools to strengthen our justice system,” said Koome.
The KAM-KMJA partnership behind the anti-corruption guide isn’t new. KAM has previously collaborated with the judiciary on similar initiatives aimed at simplifying complex legal areas.
For example, the Commercial Law Guidebook was developed to clarify judicial processes related to commercial disputes, while the Guidebook on Company and Corporate Insolvency Law condenses the Companies Act 2015 and Insolvency Act 2015 into a more digestible format.
These resources have proven to be invaluable for judicial officers handling intricate cases in commercial and corporate law.
With the latest anti-corruption guide, KAM aims to continue this tradition of promoting transparency and efficiency in the legal system, offering businesses and judicial officers an accessible reference to navigate Kenya’s stringent anti-corruption laws.
This initiative could also support companies in managing compliance more effectively, contributing to a fairer business environment overall.
KAM’s Acting CEO Tobias Alando underscored the guidebook’s importance, pointing out that corruption significantly inflates the cost of doing business in Kenya.
From unnecessary delays in acquiring essential government services to other obstacles, corruption creates friction that dampens investor confidence, impacting both local and international investments.
“Kenya has a robust legal and regulatory framework which, if fully implemented, can position Kenya among the least corrupt countries in the world. This guide is an invaluable resource for businesses seeking to navigate the complex regulatory landscape while upholding integrity and compliance,” Alando stated.
The launch of the Business Guide on Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Law signals a continued commitment to tackling corruption from both judicial and business perspectives.
By fostering a culture of transparency, KAM and KMJA hope to contribute to a more stable and trustworthy economic environment—one that could propel Kenya closer to its goal of a corruption-free business climate.
