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Anti-Corruption Resources for Religious Communities

17:08:2021: The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has embarked on a nation-wide dissemination of anti-corruption resource materials aimed at mainstreaming an integrity and anti-corruption culture among religious communities. The materials, booklets, brochures and posters have been developed through a partnership between the Commission and the Inter-Religious Council of Kenya (IRCK). They carry anti-corruption messages and practical tips for religious leaders and congregants, and target christians, muslims and hindus, among other faithful. The materials spotlight religious approaches to ethics and integrity, the understanding of corruption, its causes, dimensions and manifestations, consequences, as well as leadership and strategies for fighting it. All these themes have been inspired by lessons from the relevant holy books.As part of this dissemination programme, the Commission is calling upon all religious leaders and congregations to abstain from corrupt activities as stipulated in the Bible, Quran, Gita and other holy books. It is anticipated that when the values Kenyans learn in churches, mosques, temples and other places of worship are carried into the public service, there will be less corruption in the society. Religious leaders and congregations are implored to study these materials and apply the ethical standards learned whenever they discharge any duty in the public, private and civil society sectors in Kenya.

Watch Out, Fraudsters and Impostors On the Loose

10:08:2021: Recently, media outlets carried reports of two impostors who visited the offices of Senior Counsel John Khaminwa to intimidate and extort money from him in connection with his role in a matter before the Court of Appeal regarding the Building Bridges Initiative. It was reported that the two individuals identified themselves as Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) officers despite the absence of any evidence in that respect. A few weeks ago, the principal of a secondary school alerted the EACC when two people claiming to be its officers demanded Kshs. 200,000 to facilitate the withdrawal of corruption allegations against him and the school bursar. The list is endless and points to a growing menace prompting the Commission to put the public on high alert. On 10th June 2015, it listed 35 people who had been soliciting money and other favours from members of the purportedly to protect them from corruption investigations or prosecution. Thirty of these impostors were in Nairobi and the rest in Eldoret, Kisumu and Busia. On 5th December, 2018, a man was jailed for 5 years for impersonating a senior EACC officer. Section 34 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, 2003 states that; “No person other than an investigator shall represent himself to be or act as an investigator, and a person who contravenes this section is guilty of an offence and is liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding three hundred thousand shillings or to imprisonment for a term not exceeding three years, or to both”. Therefore, those who impersonate EACC officers are breaking the law and they risk being arrested and jailed. To protect members of the public from such conmen, EACC has not only issued its officers with appropriate identification documents, which can be verified on request, but also warned members of the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious person or fraudsters who present themselves as EACC investigators using this gimmick to extort money and other benefits from them. Kenyans should insist to any person claiming to be an EACC officer to first identify him/herself and note that any interview or questioning is conducted at the Commission’s premises or in police stations. About five years ago, a manager under investigation in a theft case involving Kshs. 30 Million meant for the medical insurance of members of a County Assembly had the good sense to call EACC to confirm the identities of persons who had contacted him over the case. The officers turned out to be genuine. This week, we join Kenyans and all anti-corruption bodies in congratulating and commending two police officers who arrested a person claiming to be an EACC officer in Oyugis, Homa Bay County, but who later turned out to be an impersonator. The alert officers were approached by the “detective”, but upon verification, it was established that he was an impersonator. His subsequent arrest and arraignment earned him a year in jail without the option of a fine. On 15th July 2021, the Commission, through its South Nyanza Regional Office, celebrated the police officers by giving them awards which should go a long way in encouraging other Kenyans to expose such crooks. It is regrettable that a number of people have fallen prey to impersonators owing to their readiness to bribe their way out of corruption allegations. In the discharge of EACC’s mandate to combat and prevent corruption and economic crimes, there is no room for perverting the course of justice through bribery, favouritism or unfairness. Kenyans should therefore expect and appreciate that no agent of EACC will ask for a bribe or accept any favour from any person suspected of corruption. Fighting corruption requires the participation of all Kenyans. Members of the public should continue to make reports about any individual who appears to impersonate EACC officers. This will ensure that such offenders are punished according to the law as a way of deterring those who may attempt to act as impostors, and to eventually maintain the positive image of the Commission.

EACC Holds a Conference to Strengthen Stakeholder Collaboration in the Justice Sector

27:07:2021: Key actors in the Justice Sector are meeting in Mombasa for a five-day conference under the theme “Strengthening Stakeholder Collaboration Within the Justice Sector Towards Combating Corruption and Economic Crimes.” Participating are 65 practitioners from 16 key agencies within the sector. The presence of key actors in the Justice Sector signifies the increasing need for strengthened inter-agency collaboration in tackling national challenges, including corruption. Participants are drawn from institutions constituting the Multi-Agency Team (MAT) on corruption and economic crimes, the National Council on Administrative Justice (NCAJ) and the Kenya Leadership Integrity Forum (KLIF). Also present are representatives of the Private Sector, representation from County Governments, Parliament and Civil Society who are active members under KLIF. Speaking during the conference, EACC CEO Mr. Twalib Mbarak noted that the forum provides an opportunity for players to take stock of the progress made, challenges encountered and to share experiences in order to develop sustainable solutions in the fight against corruption and unethical conduct. The Government of Kenya has demonstrated its commitment to fight corruption by empowering institutions in the criminal justice system. More Judicial Officers, Prosecutors and Investigators have also been appointed. Several capacity-building programmes, both locally and internationally, have been organized for officers drawn from the Justice Sector. As a result of the collaboration, considerable progress has been recorded in dealing with the turnaround time for investigations. This has been achieved through routine engagements between the Commission and the ODPP for better understanding and management of cases. Archbishop (Emeritus) Dr. Eliud Wabukala, in his remarks, recognized the role of development partners such as the International Development Law Organization (IDLO) and Transparency International, whom he noted have remained great champions of good governance in Kenya. He said that there is great potential and hope in the resolve to work together in eradicating corruption in the Country. It is on this basis that EACC has adopted a “Partnership Approach” as one of its key strategies in confronting corruption and unethical conduct, adding that this joint forum has given the justice sector an opportunity to share experiences and best practise. He also noted that, in the recent past, the Courts have continued to develop sound jurisprudence by interpreting the laws in a purposive manner, especially in the areas of asset recovery and unexplained wealth. He appealed to the Judiciary to extend the progressive efforts to the application of Chapter 6 of the Constitution on leadership and integrity, so as to give effect to the integrity threshold envisaged therein. “Chapter 6 of the Constitution was meant to insulate public trust from abuse by those entrusted with leadership positions. In enacting this Chapter, Kenyans expected that only leaders who meet the integrity threshold would occupy public office. I therefore urge Kenyans to always elect persons of integrity, bearing in mind that they ultimately bear the consequences of bad leadership. This way, we can circumvent the obstacles that are often associated with the ineffective legal frameworks on public service integrity.”Eliud Wabukala In his remarks, the Director Public Prosecution Mr. Noordin Haji said that Corruption facilitates the commission of other transnational and organized crimes such as trafficking in persons, cybercrime, drug trafficking and terrorism, ultimately compromising and jeopardizing our national security and collective interests. Speaking from a prosecutor’s perspective; Mr. Haji remarked that “each time we make the decision to charge and prosecute the corrupt, we know that we are safeguarding the public good. Each prosecution sends a powerful message to the corrupt or those being tempted by opportunities to steal that they shall be held to account.” Honourable Lady Justice Njoki Ndung’u who represented the Chief Justice during the opening ceremony of the workshop noted in her keynote address that, currently, a total of 995 cases are pending before the Special Magistrates and Judges in Anti-Corruption (ACEC) Division of the High Court countrywide.  Out of these, 310 cases are corruption cases pending before the Special Magistrate’s Court while 685 are civil cases for recovery of proceeds of corruption, recovery of public assets, forfeiture of unexplained wealth and Constitutional Petitions pending before the High Court and Court of Appeal. She observed that some cases have been pending before court for more than 10 years. In her speech, the Chief Justice informed participants that her office is working closely with the Judicial Service Commission to increase the number of Judicial Officers handling cases of corruption and economic crimes and has also directed that Judicial Officers handling these and all matters in the Judiciary embrace proper case management. “Adoption of proper case management will ensure cases are heard on a day-to-day basis from beginning to conclusion; discourage and do away with adjournments by parties on hearing dates; and discourage applications on hearing dates.”, said the Honourable Lady Justice. The Chief Justice and President of the Supreme Court committed to ensuring that the Anti-corruption courts will be automated to secure real-time transcription of records and proceedings to facilitate expeditious disposal; institute a Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) to clear backlog in anti-corruption cases; the Judiciary will also put in place trial systems and case management innovations to discourage frequent adjournment of cases. She also committed to roll out practice directions on warrants to search premises and investigate bank accounts where these have been delayed in the Judiciary.

Integrity compliance workshop for Baringo County

25:06:2021: The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has taken its Integrity Compliance Capacity building programme to Baringo County, which was placed among the top 10 regions with a high prevalence of bribery according to EACC’s National Corruption Survey of 2018. The Commission’s South Rift regional head, Mr Ignatius Wekesa, who launched the three-day programme at the Kenya School of Government Baringo Campus, lamented that public officers “who are custodians of public resources and who are supposed to deliver quality services to the citizens, have themselves betrayed the people whom they should serve”. “In almost all corrupt deals or negotiations,” he said, “public and state officers have been the main suspects in plundering public resources meant for the good of the public.’’ From the reports received by EACC, he said, the malpactrices in county governments ranged from conflict of interest; payments for works not done; theft in collection of revenue; payments to ghost workers and for ghost projects; abuse of office whereby senior officers demanded monetary benefits from junior officers; failure to follow  aid -down guidelines in procurement; payment for substandard works; irregular recruitment; suspect financial management practices; fraudulent acquisition of public property;, nepotism, and unethical conduct, among others. The regional head warned that the Commission was committed to dealing with rogue public officers engaged in corruption and unethical practices. He thanked the county government for setting aside time to participate in the workshop despite the challenges paused by the Covid-19 pandemic that had scaled down operations in both the public and private sectors; and welcomed their participation as an indication that the county was ready to partner with the Commission to fight  corruption and unethical conduct. Mr. Wekesa, who represented the Commission’s CEO at the workshop, highlighted corruption and unethical conduct as the main obstacles to the realization of good governance, sustainable development and Vision 2030. This, he said, was continually delaying the realization of the government’s Big 4 Agenda. He urged the public officers to remain loyal and committed to public service,  “as there is a public outcry on the levels of corruption in the country. “ County Governor Stanely Kiptis thanked EACC for honouring the invitation to undertake the programme in his region, calling on all participants to learn and commit to integrity in their daily undertakings. And he reminded them: “As public officers, we are custodians of public resources; we have a moral obligation to uphold integrity in service delivery.” The Commission has put in place a number of measures to tackle corruption and unethical conduct in public institutions. They are designed to: Implement programmes on graft prevention so as to equip public institutions with the capacity to detect and prevent corrupt practices. Undertake education, training, sensitization and public awareness; Carry out investigations into violations of LIA, ACECA, PFM Act, PPAD Act, Bribery Act, among others; Carry out surveys on corruption and ethics in public institutions to understand the nature, magnitude and forms of corruption so as to develop informed strategies; Monitor the conduct of all state and public officers to ensure that they comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution Monitor the activities of public institutions such as recruitment, procurement and financial management to ensure that the law is compiled with; Implement integrity programmes in schools so as to mainstream positive values among the youth with a view to creating a generation that upholds ethics and integrity. The workshop, which targets oversight boards and senior officers in Baringo County, ended on June 25.

Fresh Anti-Graft Skills for Integrity Officers

25:06:2021: The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has just concluded a one-week training programme for integrity assurance officers of two state agencies. The training on corruption prevention strategies targeted officers of the Tourism Fund and the Kenya Export Promotion & Branding Agency.  It was delivered by the Commission’s training arm, the National Integrity Academy. Among other strategies, the officers were trained on conducting corruption risk assessments to help them identify corruption loopholes within their institutions and to formulate efficient, cost-effective strategies to seal them and mitigate any risks. The training was officially opened by the Commission’s South Rift Regional Head, Mr. Ignatius Wekesa, who encouraged participants to be integrity warriors in their institutions while acknowledging the corruption challenge facing the country. “Corruption and unethical conduct,” he said, “remain a major challenge to our country and pose a big obstacle to our continued prosperity as a nation.” He went on to add that the Commission was constantly reviewing its strategies in order to intensify the onslaught against corruption and unethical conduct.  EACC has in the last five years recovered illegally acquired assets worth in excess of Kshs 25 Billion. The training ended on 25th June.

Transparency and Accountability in the Cooperatives Sector Key for Social-Economic Development

27:04:2021: EACC in collaboration with the State Department for Cooperatives held integrity webinars for officials and staff of Financial Cooperatives from Uasin Gishu and Nyeri Counties on 21st and 22nd April, 2021. The webinars were organized to build capacity in financial cooperatives within these counties on matters of Ethics and Integrity. The Commission and the State Department for Cooperatives has a framework of collaboration and partnership arising from the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two parties on 25th March 2019. It is against this background that these webinars were organized to deepen the existing collaboration arrangement by way of enhancing the capacity of the Cooperative Sector in combating and preventing corruption. EACC recognizes the integral role of the Cooperatives Sector as a driver of economic growth since it contributes about 30 per cent of the national savings and employs more than 500,000 Kenyans directly and another 1.5 million indirectly, according to the reports by the State Department. In equal measure, the SACCOs are key players in realization of Vision 2030 through mobilization of savings for the Country’s investment needs. Given the asset base that this sector controls which is over one trillion shillings and a loan portfolio exceeding Kshs. 700 Billion as at 2017, the sector is therefore of interest to the Commission. Resources of such high value warrant appropriate internal controls, sound leadership, transparency and accountability. The need to uphold integrity in the management of resources entrusted to cooperatives in the form of hard-earned savings by Kenyans cannot be over emphasized. Since 2013, the Commission has received 372 complaints on allegations of corruption and unethical conduct within the Cooperatives Sector. A total of 47 complaints, upon analysis were found to be within the mandate of the Commission and hence taken up for investigations. The rest were referred to other relevant Agencies and advisories thereof issued to the complainants. Out of the total complaints received both low level and high-level officials were involved. These officials constituted officers and managers of the cooperative societies. Middle level officials who are mostly managers engaged in maladministration of the societies. Further, there were 27 reports touching on Chairpersons and CEOs of a number of cooperative societies. These are serious matters which render ordinary members vulnerable to loss of their savings and which in turn endanger livelihoods and the country’s economy. Consequently, the Commission designed this training program as a pro-active intervention to create awareness among cooperative societies, to equip them with the appropriate knowledge, skills and tools to advance integrity in this important sector. EACC remains committed to building capacity of the Cooperatives Sector workers to prevent corruption and enhance accountability mechanisms in the administration of the cooperative movements in the country.

Ministry Officials Jailed for Kshs.17m Fraud

16:03:2021: Two civil servants will serve three years in jail for embezzling Kshs. 17, 800,000.00 in government funds. A third will pay a fine of Kshs. 500,000.00. The Anti-Corruption Court at Milimani in Nairobi found the three employees of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology guilty of conspiracy to defraud their employer through irregular withdrawals of public funds between 2008 and 2010. Their arraignment and conviction followed investigations by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). EACC established that Perminus Njoroge Kamau, Dorothy Katunga Kisavi and Kepha Oseko Mareri conspired to circumvent accountability procedures and forwarded a report of its investigation findings with appropriate recommendations to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). Kamau, an Accounts Assistant who also served as the head cashier, was convicted on three counts of stealing by a person employed in the public service contrary to Section 280 of the Penal Code (to serve two-and-half years); fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to Section 45(1) (a) as read with section 48(1) of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act (to serve two years); and conspiracy to defraud the government contrary to Section 317 of the Penal Code (to serve two years). He was further convicted on three alternative counts of stealing by a person employed in the public service contrary to Section 280 of the Penal Code (to serve three years); stealing by a person employed in the public service contrary to Section 280 of the Penal Code (to serve three years); and stealing by a person employed in the public service contrary to Section 280 of the Penal Code (to serve three years). The sentences are to run concurrently. Kisavi, an accountant, was convicted for conspiracy to defraud the government contrary to Section 317 of the Penal Code and fined Kshs. 500,000 Mareri, also an accountant, was convicted on four counts: conspiracy to defraud the government (to serve two years); fraudulent acquisition of public property (to serve 2 years); an alternative count of conspiracy to defraud the government (to serve two  years); and another alternative count of stealing by a person employed in the public service (to serve three years). The sentences are to run concurrently. Chief Magistrate L.N. Mugambi acquitted three other co-accused – Thomas Kubende Lunani, Zuwena Zainabu and Catherine Wanjiru. The imposition of mandatory custodial sentences should serve as a deterrent to persons engaging in corruption.

Private Sector Key in Graft War

12:03:2021: Nairobi Hospital has become the latest beneficiary of anti-corruption training in the private sector. Facilitated by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), the training targets senior management and aims to give them skills, knowledge and attitudes to develop and implement integrity compliance tools to tackle corruption and unethical conduct within the institution.  Speaking during the official opening, Commissioner Dr. Dabar Maalim lauded the hospital for initiating and committing time to undertake the training at a time when many health facilities have scaled down such extra-operational activities due to the Covid-19 pandemic. He welcomed this as a demonstration of commitment to fostering a culture of ethics and integrity, and recognition that corruption remains a serious problem to all business enterprises. “The Commission appreciates such efforts as they resonate very well with our continued call for all agencies and sectors to take up their responsibilities in the fight against corruption,” he said. Dr. Maalim highlighted the recent launch of the National Ethics and Anti-Corruption Policy and enactment of the Bribery Act 2016 as some of the Government’s progressive initiatives in fighting graft.The Bribery Act 2016 is awaiting approval of guidelines and regulations by Parliament. Once in operation, it will enhance engagements between EACC and the private sector in the graft fight. The Commissioner identified insurance fraud as a major problem in the medical sector and urged the hospital to work with stakeholders to seal this loophole. “Corporate fraud, collusion with external actors to defraud hospitals and medical insurance schemes, professional misconduct by medical personnel and other unethical practices are common place in our healthcare facilities,” he said.   EACC recommended the following measures to enhance the prevention of corruption and unethical conduct at the institution: Designate a unit within the organizational structure to continuously institutionalize ethics and spearhead integrity and anti-corruption programmes in the Hospital. Infuse ethics and integrity management, and corruption prevention in all operations and policies, including in all branches and outlets. Conduct corruption risk assessment periodically to detect loopholes that may allow corruption and promptly seal them. Develop and implement strong welfare schemes to ensure maximum productivity of employees, to minimize distractions from the calling to serve. Develop or strengthen employee code of conduct to raise the organizational ethical bar, as well as consider a code governing business partners. Establish effective mechanisms for reporting corruption and act on all reported forms of corruption within the hospital, and where appropriate refer matters to EACC or other law enforcement agencies for further action. The hospital’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. James Nyamongo, urged staff to uphold integrity to ensure quality service.

Ethical Journalism for Promotion of National Values and Good Governance

10:03:2021: The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), in collaboration with the Media Council of Kenya (MCK), has concluded a three-day training session on national values, governance, ethics and anti-corruption policy for journalists in Machakos. Speaking during the official opening, MCK Chief Executive Officer David Omwoyo urged journalists to commit to truth and fact in reporting and not to glorify corruption. People with unexplained wealth, he said, easily find favour with media and rise to high ranks in the society as politicians and celebrities without questions being asked about the source of their wealth. He advised the journalists to play their watchdog role by engaging in objective reporting and unearthing public interest issues that expose the rot in society, holding people to account as the country clamours for good governance. EACC’s Commissioner Rose Mghoi called upon the fourth estate to support the war on graft, urging journalists to mobilize the public by covering issues affecting society to help stamp out corrupt practices. “A strong media sector significantly contributes to an accountable society,” she said, and challenged journalists to drive change as the country gears up for the 2022 General Election. “What kind of leadership would you want to help us drive change in this country? she asked. EACC, she said, was prioritizing high impact cases, arrests and corruption disruptions to deter the public from engaging in corruption. To date, it has recovered assets of more than Sh26.65 billion and averted possible losses of Sh135.5 billion, among other achievements. Commissioner Mghoi lauded the media sector as one among 25 others working with the EACC under the auspices of the Kenya Leadership Integrity Forum (KLIF), a multi-sector forum providing a unified and integrated fight against corruption. The training covered the following areas: Salient provisions of the National Ethics and Anti-corruption Policy. Foundation understanding of corruption, unethical conduct and the mandate of EACC. Codes of ethics for journalists. National values and principles of governance in the context of the role of journalists. Understanding the justice process. Reporting corruption. The anti-corruption legal framework. Media roles and functions in the anti-corruption agenda, and Media gate keeping functions. In his closing remarks, EACC’s commissioner Dr. Dabar Maalim acknowledged the media’s vital role in the fight against corruption. “We cannot fight corruption without the fourth estate; you are the drivers of the fight,” he told the participants, adding that the commission continues to enlist the media’s support and creating strategic partnerships with other stakeholders to drive change for a transparent and accountable people. Dr. Dabar challenged the journalists to make use of their new knowledge to promote integrity and good governance. “Our desire is that you apply the same to promote ethics, integrity and good governance in the course of your duties and at a personal level; and most important, effectively make credible reports to our consumers.”   On the same note, the media council’s programmes and training director, Mr. Victor Bwire, advised against sensational reporting, urging journalists to uphold the code of ethics that guides the practice of journalism in the country.

Integrity Compliance Training for Marsabit County Public Service Board

17:02:2021: The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) is carrying out a capacity building workshop for Marsabit County Public Service Board (CPSB) in Nanyuki. This is part of a series of training programmes for oversight bodies in the county governments on integrity compliance under Chapter 6 of the Constitution. The training is aimed at enhancing capacity for promotion of ethical culture, corruption intolerance and good governance. The Central Regional Head, Charles Rasugu, opened the workshop by calling upon the CPSB to support the county in recruiting the right people to ensure resources are utilized for the benefit of the public. Speaking on behalf of EACC Vice-Chair, Commissioner Sophia Lepuchirit, Mr. Rasugu said: “Putting the right persons in office is the first step in ensuring public resources are protected and utilized for the benefit of Wanjiku.” Weighing in on the same issue, the Upper Eastern Regional head, Mr. George OJowi, advised the CPSB to avoid conflict-of-interest situations especially when dealing with employment matters. “Have the courage to resist being influenced during recruitment of staff and play your oversight role to help the county pick the right persons for vacant positions in your County,” he said. Mr. Ojowi urged the CPSB to help mainstream integrity and ethics in the procurement departments, which have been identified as one of the county governments’ greatest challenges. Regarding the Commission’s engagement with county governments, Mr. Rasugu, who delivered the keynote address, highlighted the following activities: Investigations into corruption and unethical conduct; Taking administrative action against persons found to have violated Chapter 6 of the Constitution; Recovery of unexplained wealth from those who have looted from public coffers; Undertaking corruption risk assessments to identify and seal corruption loopholes; Supporting the development and implementation of codes of conduct and ethics; Undertaking integrity verification of persons seeking public appointments; and Monitoring declarations of income, assets and liabilities. Mr. Rasugu also took note of the milestones achieved by the Marsabit County Public Service Board in the implementation of various aspects of Chapter Six of the Constitution, Leadership and Integrity Act (LIA), and related integrity laws that include: Development of a code of conduct and ethics for public officers; Development and publication in the Kenya Gazette of administrative procedures for management of declaration of income, assets and liabilities; Submission of returns for declaration of income, assets and liabilities to EACC; Integrity verification of persons seeking appointment to office. He urged the board members to strictly observe all applicable laws, reminding them that the office they hold is a public trust and the need, therefore, to always serve public rather than private interest. They should also implement what they learn and adjust their daily duties in order to enhance transparency and accountability. The training ends on Thursday 18th, February 2021.  Functions of county public service boards The functions of the County Public Service Board, on behalf of the county government, are to: establish and abolish offices in the county public service; appoint persons to hold or act in offices of the county public service, including in the boards of cities and urban areas within the county and to confirm appointments; exercise disciplinary control over, and remove the persons holding or acting in those offices; prepare regular reports on how the board executes its functions and submit them to the County Assembly;  promote in the county public service the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution; evaluate and report to the County Assembly the extent to which the county public service complies with the values and principles referred to in Articles 10 and 232; facilitate the development of coherent, integrated human resource planning and budgeting for personnel emoluments in counties; advise the county government on human resource management and development; advise the county government on implementation and monitoring of the national performance management system in the counties; make recommendations to the Salaries and Remuneration Commission, on behalf of the county government, on the remuneration, pensions, and gratuities for county public service employees.