Is there any remedy for a person who is dissatisfied with services of EACC?
Is there any remedy for a person who is dissatisfied with services of EACC?Yes. Anybody dissatisfied with the Commission’s services can seek redress by raising the issue with the Chairperson of EACC or by filing a complaint in court of law if a matter merits such action. The Justice and Legal Affairs Committee of Parliament is yet another avenue through which a remedy could be sought. In specific circumstances, remedy could be sought from other government oversight bodies such as Commission on Administrative Justice, Public Procurement Oversight Authority and Office of the Auditor General.
Does EACC process all the reports it receives?
Yes. The Commission receives many reports from members of the public. However, not all the reports fall within its mandate. All reports that disclose corruption, economic crime or unethical conduct are taken up for investigation or other administrative action by the Commission. EACC forwards any reports that fall outside its mandate to the appropriate bodies for relevant action.
How can one report corruption?
Report all forms of corruption to EACC or other law enforcement agencies. You could report corruption by:
Why do some corruption cases take too long to conclude?
Certain corruption cases are complex in nature hence take too long to investigate especially where they involve international dimensions. Many accused persons, especially those involved in high profile cases of corruption, resort to various legal mechanisms such as judicial review and constitutional petitions which delays the conclusion of cases. Speedy conclusion of corruption cases is constrained by the constitutional safeguards and guarantees that the law gives to due process and the rights of the accused. This is also compounded by capacity constraints in the institutions charged with investigation, prosecution and adjudication of such cases.
Where are the offices of EACC?
The Commission has its Headquarters at Integrity Centre along Jakaya Kiwete/Valley Road Junction in Nairobi. It also has eleven regional offices in Mombasa, Kisumu, Nyeri, Garissa, Eldoret, Isiolo, Nyeri, Kisii, Nakuru, Machakos and Bungoma. EACC also has representatives (EACC Huduma Desk) in Huduma Centres countrywide.
Who is the head of EACC?
EACC is headed by the Chairperson who works with four other Commissioners, one of whom is the Vice Chairperson. There is also the Secretary to the Commission who is the Chief Executive Officer charged with the day to day administration and management of the Commission’s programmes and activities.