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Originally published by Citizen DigitalOctober 13, 2025
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Gov’t launches crackdown on corrupt HR officers over promotions, payroll and tax fraud

Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku issued a stern warning to civil servants engaged in fraudulent activities, stating that those found culpable will face immediate dismissal and prosecution......
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The Kenyan Ministry of Public Service has announced a nationwide crackdown on corrupt human resource officers implicated in manipulating government payroll systems, which will begin this week.
- Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku warned that civil servants found culpable of fraudulent activities will face immediate dismissal and prosecution.
- An audit revealed widespread malpractice, including altering birth dates to extend service beyond mandatory retirement, facilitating illegal tax exemptions, and manipulating job groups for irregular promotions.
- The ministry will collaborate with the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to investigate and take action against rogue HR officers at both National and County levels.
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