EACC Investigates Irregular Hiring and Bribery in Siaya County - September 2025

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has launched an investigation into alleged bribery and illegal recruitment practices in Siaya County. This inquiry follows an incident where 382 health workers stormed the Siaya County Assembly to protest alleged irregular employment, temporarily disrupting activities. The EACC's investigation is specifically looking into the alleged irregular hiring of 500 doctors. Claims suggest the recruitment process violated established procedures and involved corrupt dealings within the county's employment processes.