LSK Council Pays A Courtesy Call On EACC
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) management met with the Council of Law Society of Kenya (LSK) at EACC offices at Integrity Centre. The EACC management team was led by EACC Chairperson, Archbishop (Rtd) Eliud Wabukala who was accompanied by Vice-Chairperson, Commissioner Sophia Lepuchirit and other Commissioners and the Secretary/CEO Mr. Halakhe Waqo. The LSK delegation was led by the Vice President Ms. Harriette Chiggai who was accompanied by LSK CEO Ms. Mercy Wambua. Also in attendance were Council members represented from various counties. In her statement, Ms. Chiggai expressed the need to engage as institutions so that we can work together and develop a roadmap on the way forward. She drew attention to various ways in which the two institutions can partner and ensure there is synergy in the fight against corruption. These include working with EACC in developing distinguished training programmes, having the participation of EACC during their Legal Aid programmes and partnership during the Annual LSK Conference. The Chairman Archbishop (Rtd) Eliud Wabukala in his remarks thanked the Council members for calling on EACC and appreciated their efforts to reach out and offer their support to the Commission even as they sought support for and pledged his support by ensuring that EACC will be on the forefront to offer LSK the support they require. The CEO, Mr. Halakhe Waqo promised the LSK that the Commission is willing and able to give support especially in the upcoming LSK Justice Cup Tournament that will be held on 28th July, 2018. The event being an annual soccer tournament entitled Justice Cup brings together over 40 teams drawn from stakeholders involved in the administration of justice, including judges, magistrates, auctioneers, advocates, law students, the police, parliamentarians, human rights NGOs companies and media houses from around the country. This years theme being Kicking out CorruptionÂÂ, the Commission has lent support in terms of a soccer team that consists of EACC Staff members as well monetary and moral support to appreciate the aim of the Justice Cup which is bringing professionals together in fun sporting activities and create avenues for interaction and collaborations amongst the various legal and justice entities. EACC Executive Management and LSK Council Members pose for a group photo during the courtesy call at Integrity Centre
KEPSA Seeks Partnership With EACC Through Multi-sectoral Anti-corruption Forum
The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) paid a courtesy call on EACC to seek support in a forum deemed to end graft in the country. The Forum named Multi-Sectoral Anti-Corruption Forum is a platform that brings together public and private entities to form a strong pillar in the fight against corruption in the business community. The delegation was led by KEPSA Chairperson Mr. Lee Karuri who said that the private sector is very keen with matters that deal with corruption in the country. He also stressed that collaboration between private and public sectors is the key to fighting corruption and improve growth and development in the country. He said that in fighting corruption, we will achieve a morally upright government. EACC Chairperson, Archbishop (Rtd) Eliud Wabukala who hosted the delegation stressed that it the best practice to engage in partnership in the fight against corruption and expressed his gratitude to KEPSA for enlisting their support in the fight against graft. He said that it is the responsibility of every individual to prevent corruption and subsequently fight it. The Deputy CEO, Mr. Michael Mubea, stated that the private sector has come in at the right time to offer their support in the fight against corruption since the private sector has not been exempted in the investigation of corruption as provided for in the Bribery Act, 2016 which is already being implemented. The Multi-Sectoral Anti-Corruption Forum is an umbrella covering the Private Sector, Religious Sector, The Media, Civil Society, Trade Unions, Academia, Development Partners, The Youth and Citizens. It will be launched on 28th June 2018.
Ministry Of Environment And Forestry Strengthen Their Systems To Seal Corruption Loopholes
In order to promote transparency, accountability, greater efficiency, ethics, integrity and to enhance service delivery levels in the Ministry of Environment and Forestry, the Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Keriako Tobiko invited the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) to undertake a Systems Review of the Ministrys policies, procedures and practices. On 14th June, 2018, the Chairperson of EACC Archbishop (Rtd) Eliud Wabukala, the Deputy Secretary/CEO Mr. Michael Mubea and the EACC Prevention Team met the Cabinet Secretary, Hon. Keriako Tobiko, Principal Secretary Mr. Charles Sunkuli and the Heads of Departments and Sections at the Ministry of Environment and Forestry for an inception meeting to introduce the Systems Review process. EACCs specific mandate to prevent corruption is derived from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Act 2011 Section 11 and Section 13 (2) (a) and (b). The mandate includes: Developing and promoting standards and best practices in integrity and anti-corruption. Advising on its own initiative any person on any matter within its functions Subject to Article 31 of the Constitution, monitoring the practices and procedures of public bodies to detect corrupt practices and to secure the revision of methods of work or procedures that may be conducive to corrupt practices. The objective of corruption prevention is to promote and sustain good governance in organizations. One of the methods to achieve this is to undertake systems reviews. The purpose is to reform organizational policies, procedures and practices in order to seal corruption loopholes and to address other inefficiencies that may lead to loss, poor service delivery and other malpractices. The systems review is purely a preventive approach intended to assist the Ministry to identify and seal loopholes that may lead to corrupt practices and inefficiencies in the performance of its functions. The exercise will assist the Ministry of Environment and Forestry to enhance transparency, accountability, efficiency and responsiveness in service delivery. After completion of the Systems Review, EACC will present a report to the Ministry indicating the status of the Ministry’s systems and make recommendations for appropriate implementation.
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Experience Sharing On Best Practices In The Fight Against Corruption With The Parliament Of Zambia
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) hosted members of the Privileges, Absences and Support Services Committee of the Parliament of Zambia for a Benchmarking Visit at Integrity Centre on 11th June, 2018. The visit, which was organized by the Powers and Privileges Committee of the National Assembly of Kenya, was undertaken in order to share experiences and best practices in the fight against corruption and good governance. The two agencies appreciated the structures put in place to fight corruption in both Zambia and Kenya, the successes recorded, the challenges faced and mitigation measures employed. The Zambia delegation was headed by Gary G. Kombo who was accompanied by Jacob Jack Mwiimbu, George Kingsley Mwamba, Sitwala Morgan Sitwala, George Muhali Imbuwa, Elizabeth Phiri and Dominic Mwinamo. During the visit, the delegation met with EACC Commissioner Paul Gachoka, Secretary/CEO Mr. Halakhe Dida Waqo, Mr. Michael Mubea the Deputy Secretary/CEO and EACC Directors. Commissioner Gachoka welcomed the visitors and thanked them for availing time to visit EACC. He informed the visitors that the Commission derived its mandate from the Constitution of Kenya. He noted that this had enabled the Commission to have stability and security in undertaking its duties. Previously, the Commission had faced disruptions with threats of disbandment and/or constant changes in the top leadership. He further highlighted the need to work together with other agencies to fight graft. He acknowledged the gains made in Kenya through the Multi-Agency Team (MAT). He also informed the team that the top leadership in Kenya was committed to fighting corruption and the President had pledged his support to all agencies involved in the fight against graft. The delegation was also informed of the various strategies employed by EACC in fighting corruption. The Directors from the Commission shared with the visitors various Commission programs and activities within our broad mandate of law enforcement, corruption prevention, ethics and leadership. The delegation expressed their gratitude to the Commission for the warm welcome and shared experiences that would be useful fof the fight against graft in Zambia.
New EACC Staff Learn The Ropes
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has just concluded an induction exercise for its newly recruited staff. The 65 staff members were officially welcomed by EACC Deputy CEO Michael Mubea and Commissioner Rose Mghoi at a ceremony at the Kenya School of Curriculum Development (KICD). Commissioner Mghoi congratulated the new team for qualifying to join the Commission and challenged them to take up the war against corruption seriously particularly in view of the heightened public outcry following revelations of mega scandals that have hit the government and led to loss of billions of public funds. She warned the staff of mounting public attacks on the Commission and urged them to stay focused on the heavy task of winning the war against graft. At the same time she urged the new team to uphold integrity in their undertakings. Vice Chair Sophia Lepuchirit during the closing ceremony. At the closing ceremony, the Vice Chair, Commissioner Sophia Lepuchirit, retaliated the need to remain strong and courageous in the face of negative publicity over the commissions work. The war against corruption,†she said, is not for the faint-hearted, and as such you will be required to embrace our core values, courage being one of them. She urged the team to work together in order to achieve the Commission’s goals. The Vice chair also acknowledged the KICD management for providing a conducive environment for the running of the programme and thanked the new team for being active participants.
Fight Against Corruption Is A War Of The Heart, All Should Come On Board
President Uhuru Kenyattas declaration of the fight against corruption as war of liberation gives Kenyans an opportunity to get rid of corruption in our country, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission Chairperson, the Rt. Archbishop Eliud Wabukala, has said. Its a war of the heart, he said, and once we succeed it will be great for our country. . . Lets all join in this war to liberate our country. He made the remarks at the official opening of a High Level Workshop for the Formulation of the 2nd EACC Strategic Plan 2018 – 2023 being held at the Sarova Woodlands hotel in Nakuru. The Chairperson welcomed the political will exhibited by President Kenyatta in the fight against graft. He drew parallels with the Biblical story of Prophet Nehemiah who, despite being a lowly person in the Kings Court, was convinced that he could do something for the broken walls of Jerusalem. We have to feel that we can do something for the broken moral fabric of our nation, he said, adding: I am concerned for the people who have dedicated themselves to building that wall. Lets us not feel discouraged. Describing the situation as critical, the Rt. Archbishop noted that all things are aligned towards fighting corruption. Lets bring the people in together with us, he challenged the EACC Commission, executive management and departmental heads who are developing the Strategic Plan. There is no other time we shall have this kind of opportunity. As an agency lets seize this opportunity. His Excellency President Uhuru Kenyatta has helped by declaring it a war of liberation. Lets work together with all involved in combating corruption, said the EACC boss, the man shouldering the greatest responsibility as head of the agency charged with fighting graft in the country. He pointed out that the Commission cannot do it alone as it was a collective responsibility. Lets do it together, he said, let us build a strong value system for the society. Commenting on the Strategic Plan, he described it as a statement of commitment to Kenyans of our desire and dedication to deliver on our mandate of combating and preventing corruption and economic crimes and promoting ethical standards in the country. It is the document that spells out the programmes we are going to roll out in the next five years to address the problem of corruption and unethical practices. And at the end of the plan period, we shall be judged on the basis of what we have indicated as our targets, he said, emphasizing the need for the Commission to be creative and innovative in designing its strategies and activities. For the last few years, we have seen a number of successful convictions and hefty fines for some of our cases finalized in court. However, the public is yearning to see more in the war against corruption and unethical conduct. We need to tackle mega corruption that results in loss of billions of shillings without fear or favour. The Strategic Plan needs to bring this out clearly. However, he warned that the fight against corruption will not be won through law enforcement alone, saying that societal or cultural change is critical. To this extent, he advised, the Strategic Plan must provide for partnerships that will be critical in cultural transformation. To that end, he said, the Commission will finalize a Partnership Policy for implementation and also increase engagement within existing partnerships such as the one with have with the Faith Sector and the Association of Professional Societies in East Africa among others. He emphasized the need to put more effort on assets recovery, intelligence gathering mechanisms, prevention and public education so that we disrupt and prevent the occurrence of corruption and unethical practices. Further, he reiterated the need to look for ways in which people involved in corruption and unethical conduct are not elected or appointed into public office. In a hard-hitting statement, the EACC Chairperson said that people who have stolen public money should not be allowed to enjoy the proceeds of crime and affirmed that, we have a responsibility to recover illegally acquired or unexplained assets. We need to task public officers to be transparent and accountable to the Kenyan public for their actions and omissions. He asked the Strategic Plan Team to ensure a robust and effective performance management framework and quality management standards, to facilitate efficient and effective monitoring, assessment and evaluation of EACCs programmes and activities that are geared towards combating corruption and unethical practices. Our research agenda should be diversified, widened and deepened in scope to answer very critical policy, strategic and programmatic questions in combating and preventing corruption, economic crime and unethical practices in our county, he said. The Chair announced that plans to establish a National Integrity Academy were at an advanced stage. The academy will offer professional training internally and externally to our stakeholders in the public service, private sector and civil society, among others, including the East African region. He called on the team to incorporate the Big Four Agenda, which was unveiled by President Uhuru Kenyatta to guide the development agenda of the country in the period 2018-2022. The Agenda focuses on affordable and decent housing; affordable healthcare; food and nutritional security; and employment creation through manufacturing. As the government increases budgetary allocation in these sectors, there are concerns that the realization of the Big Four may be hampered by corruption, he noted. To counter that, he emphasized that as a Commission we need to set our eyes on the four sectors and have mechanisms in place to ensure we arrest corruption and unethical conduct before they occur. In his remarks, the EACC Secretary/CEO, Mr. Halakhe Waqo, said the Strategic Plan is critical in addressing the fight against corruption The workshop was attended by top level EACC officials, among them Commissioner Rose Mghoi M. Macharia, Commissioner Dr. Maalim A. Dabar, Mr. Michael Mubea, Deputy secretary-CEO-Technical Services, all directors, regional heads and the Technical Strategic Plan Committee. EACC CEO Mr. Halakhe Waqo, addressing
Partnership In The Fight Against Corruption
Heads of Mission in Kenya paid a courtesy call on the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission on 5th June 2018 to discuss areas of partnership, collaboration and cooperation in combating corruption and promoting a culture of integrity in Kenya. The Heads of Mission were received by the Commission Chairperson Rt. Archbishop Eliud Wabukala and the Commission Sectary/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Halakhe Waqo. During the closed door meeting, the Heads of Mission were informed that the Commission has made major strides in the last one year where 34 corruption related cases were finalised and resulted into 30 convictions and only four acquittals. The Commission Chairperson reassured the Heads of Missions that since the appointment of the new Director of Public Prosecution, (DPP), the Commission has completed 47 investigations and forwarded reports on their outcome for concurrence. EACC Chairperson, Rt. Archbishop Eliud Wabukala chairs a meeting of Heads of Mission in Kenya when they paid a courtesy call on the Commission. The Commission CEO welcomed the technical support accorded to the Commission by the Heads of Mission in Kenya. He reiterated that through such collaboration, the Commission has been able to trace and repatriate stolen assets stashed in foreign jurisdictions. He further noted that development partners and foreign governments have provided crucial technical support in discharge of the mandate of government agencies especially in cross border investigations. The Heads of Mission delegation was led by the US Ambassador to Kenya HE Robert Godec. Other Heads of Mission were: Ralf Heckner-Switerzaland, Anna Jardfelt-Sweden, Frans Makken-Netherlands, Victor Ronneberg-Norway, Nic Hailey-UK, Bruno Pozzi-EU Deputy Head of Delegation, Alexander Puk-1st Secretary Germany. In attendance from the Commission were: Mr. Michael Mubea-Deputy CEO, Mr. Vincent Okongo- Director, Field Service, Mrs. Lucy Kinuthia-Director, Ethics and Leadership Directorate, Mr. David Too, Director Legal Service, Mr. Abdi Muhamud, Director Investigation, Mrs. Jennifer Kimani, Director, Finance and Planning. Heads of Foreign Missions in Kenya pose for a group photo at Integrity Centre during a Courtesy on the Commission.
Heads Of Anti – Corruption Agencies In Africa Vow To Recover Stolen Assets
Notable guests who graced the Opening Ceremony. From L-R: Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka, former President of Nigeria Gen Yakubu Gowon, Nigeria CJ Hon Justice Walter Onnoghen, Secretary General of the Commonwealth Rt. Hon Baroness Patricia Scotland, Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Hon. Yemi Osinbajo, Ag. Executive Chairman of EFCC Mr. Ibrahim Mustafa Magu, former South African president Thabo Mbeki and former President of Nigeria Gen Abubakar. The 8th Commonwealth Review Conference of Heads of Anti-Corruption Agencies in Africa was held inAbuja, Nigeria from 14th to 18th May 2018. The Conference theme was Partnering Towards Asset Recovery and its Return.The annual event brought together heads of National Anti-Corruption Agencies from Commonwealth Africa who discussed strategies of overcoming the bottlenecks in the recovery of corruptly acquired assets. The delegates further committed to strengthening cooperation and partnership in the tracing, recovery and return of assets. The Conference was officially opened by the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Hon. Yemi Osinbajo on behalf of the President His Excellency Muhammadu Buhari. In attendance were the Secretary General of the Commonwealth Rt. Hon Baroness Patricia Scotland, former Presidents of Nigeria Gen Yakubu Gowon and Gen Abubakar, former South African president Thabo Mbeki, Nobel Laureate Wole Soyinka and Nigeria CJ Hon Justice Walter Onnoghen. The Conference was organized by the Commonwealth Secretariat and the Federal Republic of Nigeria and was attended by delegates from 18 out of 19 Commonwealth Countries in Africa. The Commission was represented by the Chairman Rtd. Archbishop Eliud Wabukala, the Deputy Director Ethics and Leadership Mr. Kairichi Marimba and Senior Ethics Officer Emily Ibeere. Chairman Rtd. Archbishop Eliud Wabukala (centre), Deputy Director Ethics and Leadership Mr. Benson Marimba and Senior Ethics Officer Emily Ibeere during the deliberations. Posted on Monday, May 28, 2018
The EACC Pays A Courtesy Call On The Attorney General
EACC Chairperson Archbishop (Rtd) Eliud Wabukala (left) with the Attorney General Justice Kihara Kariuki during the courtesy call The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Chairperson Archbishop (Rtd) Eliud Wabukala paid a courtesy call on the Attorney General Justice Kihara Kariuki at his Sheria House office today. With him were Commissioner Sophia Lepuchirit Vice Chairperson, Commissioner Paul Mwaniki Gachoka, Commissioner Rose Mghoi M. Macharia, Commissioner Dr. Dabar Abdi Maalim and the Deputy Secretary / CEO Technical Services, Mr. Michael K. Mubea. They discussed the state of the fight against corruption in Kenya and the way forward. Justice Kihara assured the Commission of his support and urged the Management to heighten its resolve and commitment to upholding the public trust given to EACC. He reiterated the importance of prioritizing the needs of Kenyans in the fight against corruption and to ensure public confidence in the institution is retained. The Attorney General Justice Kihara Kariuki, EACC Chairperson Archbishop (Rtd) Eliud Wabukala and officials from both institutions during the courtesy call