EACC CEO elected president of Eastern Africa anti-corruption agencies
24:04:2026: Chief Executive Officer of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Mr. Abdi Mohamud, has been elected President of the Eastern Africa Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (EAAACA), signaling a renewed push for coordinated action against corruption across the region.
Mr. Mohamud formally assumed office at the culmination of the association’s 16th Annual General Meeting held in Nairobi from April 20 to 24, succeeding Naluzze Aisha Batala, Inspector General of Government of Uganda, who was praised for strengthening regional cooperation during her tenure.
In his acceptance speech, the new president pledged to deepen collaboration among member states, emphasizing the urgency of tackling cross-border corruption through joint strategies and shared resources. He outlined priorities including stronger mutual legal assistance, enhanced intelligence sharing, harmonized anti-corruption laws, and expanded technical exchange programs.
“Regional cooperation is no longer optional, it is essential in confronting transnational corruption networks,” he said, adding that his leadership would focus on building operational synergy and elevating the region’s global standing in anti-corruption efforts.
The CEO, who previously served as EAAACA Vice President for two years, also highlighted the upcoming launch of the Centre for Research on Ethics and Anti-Corruption (CEREAC) in June 2026 in Nairobi. The center is expected to provide evidence-based research to guide policy, prevention, and enforcement across Eastern Africa.
His election marks what he described as a shift from largely national anti-corruption efforts to a more unified regional approach, aimed at improving coordination and policy influence.
The AGM brought together delegates from eight East African countries and featured key engagements including the 31st Executive Committee Meeting, ARINEA Steering Group sessions, the 8th Asset Recovery Workshop, and a regional Anti-Corruption Conference. These forums focused on capacity building, knowledge sharing, and strengthening institutional networks.
Mohamud concluded by urging member agencies to actively support the regional agenda and participate in the CEREAC launch, positioning it as a hub for innovation and collaboration in the fight against corruption.
