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Originally published by Capital Businessbusiness
August 19, 2026
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EACC flags governance gaps in Kenya’s co-operative sector, calls for stronger controls to curb corruption
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 19-The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has identified governance and oversight weaknesses within Kenya’s co-operative sector that could create opportunities for corruption, calling for urgent reforms to…..
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The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has identified significant governance and oversight weaknesses in Kenya's co-operative sector, warning that these gaps create opportunities for corruption and could endanger billions in sector resources.
- The EACC's report examined systems within the State Department for Co-operatives and key agencies like the Sacco Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) and New Kenya Co-operative Creameries Limited.
- EACC Commissioner Alfred Mshimba emphasized the critical need to protect these resources, which benefit millions of Kenyans, for investments in housing, education, and agriculture.
- The Principal Secretary for the State Department for Co-operatives, Patrick Kilemi, welcomed the report and committed to implementing the EACC's recommendations for stronger controls and accountability.
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