EACC Conducts Anti-Corruption Outreach in Kericho County
Dr. Emily Mworia, Deputy Director for Education and Public Awareness at the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, hands over the Guideline on the Establishment and Operationalization of Corruption Prevention Committees to Jeremiah Gicheru, the County Commissioner for Kericho County.
05:03:2025: Public officials, students and community leaders in Kericho County have taken part in a public outreach programme aimed at strengthening integrity, accountability and anti-corruption awareness.
The sensitization programme, organized by the Department of Education and Public Awareness of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), was held from March 2 to March 6, 2026.
The outreach brought together 30 Heads of Department from the national government, 30 County Executive officials and 30 staff members from the County Assembly.
It also engaged 1,100 learners and 400 school administrators drawn from 20 comprehensive junior and senior schools across the county.
Other participants included 75 staff from the Huduma Kenya Programme centres, 30 boda boda leaders, 30 youth representatives from faith-based organizations and members of the business community who took part in a market activation forum.
During the engagement sessions, participants were sensitized on the mandate of the commission, the importance of ethical leadership, prevention of corruption in public service and management of conflict of interest. Discussions also highlighted the role of individuals in preventing corruption and the available channels for reporting corruption-related complaints.
The commission emphasized the critical role of public officers and community leaders in promoting transparency, prudent use of public resources and fostering a culture of integrity at both national and county levels.
A market outreach forum also provided members of the public with an opportunity to raise concerns, seek clarification on corruption-related issues and receive information, education and communication materials on corruption prevention and reporting channels.
The commission reaffirmed its commitment to working with stakeholders in Kericho County to strengthen integrity systems and enhance public trust in governance institutions.
