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Originally published by The Standardtop
June 11, 2026
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University students targeted as country intensifies war on graft
University students have been challenged to lead in fight against corruption, anti-graft officials warning that dishonesty, academic fraud and unethical conduct are threatening the country’s progress...
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Kenyan anti-graft officials are urging university students to lead the fight against corruption, emphasizing that dishonesty and academic fraud threaten national progress. This call was made during the launch of an Ethics and Integrity club at Mount Kenya University (MKU).
- The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is actively engaging universities to embed integrity values in future professionals.
- Dr. David Oginde, EACC Chairperson, highlighted concerns about growing acceptance of dishonest practices like plagiarism and the use of fake academic certificates, especially ahead of elections.
- A recent conviction involved a former revenue officer sentenced to a fine of over Sh5 million or prison for using forged academic credentials, illustrating the severe consequences of such fraud.
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