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Originally published by Capital Newstop
October 1, 2025
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ICPAK backs fired auditor who exposed SHA billing fraud, demands due process

ICPAK said it would formally submit its concerns to the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), emphasizing the critical role of accountants in safeguarding public resources. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) has demanded due process in the case of senior auditor CPA Andrew Kipkirui Rotich, who exposed large-scale billing fraud at the Social Health Authority (SHA) and was subsequently fired. His dismissal has ignited a national debate on whistleblower protection.
- Rotich, Deputy Director of Forensic Audit and Risk Assurance at SHA, uncovered a scheme where thousands of facilities allegedly billed taxpayers for services never provided.
- ICPAK, the statutory body regulating accountancy, expressed solidarity with Rotich, vowing to stand by him and urging the Social Health Authority and the Ministry of Health to uphold fairness and justice.
- The institute renewed its call for an urgent Whistleblower Protection Act and National Whistleblower Policy, recommending an independent inquiry into SHA's recruitment process and security guarantees for Rotich and other whistleblowers.
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