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March 25, 2026
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The ‘snake under the bed’ undermining Kenya’s governance

The ‘snake under the bed’ undermining Kenya’s governance

Explore how corruption continues to undermine leadership, accountability, and public trust in Kenya. Insights from the EACC, judiciary, and civic leaders on closing the nation’s ethics gap...

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Kenya's Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) chairperson David Oginde has likened corruption to a "snake under the bed," warning that ignoring it is a dangerous illusion that undermines the nation's governance and ethics.

  • Kenya scored 30/100 on the 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index, ranking 130th out of 182 nations.
  • The EACC processed 4,183 corruption complaints and recovered Sh3.4 billion in assets in the 2024–2025 financial year.
  • Notable scandals include Anglo-Leasing, National Youth Service, and the Arror and Kimwarer dams, involving billions of shillings.

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