GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 7340

pursuant to section 36 of the ACECA. The report covers the 3rd Quarter and is for the period commencing 1st January, 2026 to 31st March, 2026. INVESTIGATION REPORTS COVERING THE PERIOD FROM 1ST JANUARY, 2026 TO 31ST MARCH, 2026 1. EACC/KSM/FI/INQ/01/2023 Inquiry into Allegations of Embezzlement of Public Funds And Abuse of Office By Siaya County Government Officials, during The Assumption of Office of The Governor in August, 2022, Through Irregular Payments of Imprests Amounting to KSh. 22 Million. The Commission received a complaint that in August, 2022, the Siaya County Government formed an Assumption of Office Committee to oversee the smooth handover to the new regime, and that there was a withdrawal of KSh. 22 million, from the County Accounts, but the same was not utilized towards the assumption of office activities. Instead, the amount was wired to accounts of some individuals who were serving in the assumption of office committee and eventually embezzled. Investigations established that the imprest holders were all from the Department of Governance and Administration, Finance and Economic Planning. Further, the imprest approvals were facilitated by the Chief Officer for Governance, who had knowledge that the Department of Assumption of Office did not have a budget for the activity. Thirteen (13) imprests were taken by some officers of the Siaya County Government to facilitate the activities of the inauguration. However, investigations established that most of the documents attached to the imprest warrants, including payment schedules, were fictitious, some of the imprests were similar, and the beneficiaries denied receiving the money. The investigation established that the action of the officers who received the imprest purportedly for the Assumption of Office activities resulted in a loss of KSh. 9,680,000. On 30th March, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the, Chief Officer- Governance and Administration, Chief Officer- Finance, Accountant; Department of Trade, Accountant Department of Finance, Office administrative Assistant in the Department of Governance, Accountant, Revenue section, Office Administrative Assistant department of Governance, Administrative Assistant in the department of Lands, Clerical Officer Treasury Department, Secretary in the Office of Chief Officer Governance, Office Administrative Assistant, Department of Finance, 15th May, 2026 THE KENYA GAZETTE Clerical Assistant in the department of Governance and Administration, Office Administrator in the office of the County Secretary, with the following charges. (i) Conspiracy to commit an offense of economic crime contrary to section 47A (3) as read with section 48 of the Anti- Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Engaging in a project without prior planning, contrary to section 45(2) (c) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (iii) Making fraudulent payments for services not rendered, contrary to section 45 (2) (a) (iii) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (iv) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to section 45(1)(a) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (v) Acquisition of proceeds of crime contrary to section 4(a) as read with section 16 of the Proceeds of Crime and Anti- Money Laundering Act, Cap. 59A Laws of Kenya (POCAMLA). (vi) Forgery contrary to section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 2. EACC/KSM/FI/INQ/03/2025 Inquiry into Allegations of Conflict of Interest and Abuse of Office Against the Majority Leader and MCA for Ahero Ward in Kisumu County by Influencing Award of Tenders to Brace Logistics Limited, Totaling to KSh. 35 Million Related to Flood Disaster Mitigation Project in Kisumu County Government The Commission received a report on allegations of conflict of interest and abuse of office against the Majority Leader of Kisumu County Assembly. It was alleged that he was awarded contracts by the said County related to flood disaster mitigation projects that were within Ahero Ward, through his company, Brace Logistics, amounting to KSh. 35 million between the years 2019 and 2024. Investigations established that the suspect was a Member of the County Assembly for Ahero ward since the year 2017 and a Majority Leader in the Kisumu County Assembly. He is also a Director for Brace Logistics Limited and a sole signatory for the account held by the company. It was further established that the company had been awarded four (4) tenders during the period under inquiry, and the County Government of Kisumu paid a total of KSh. 11,093,231.15. Investigations further revealed that the suspect sent money to some of the County officials after payments were made, including a Procurement Officer who had sent request for quotations to Brace Logistics Company while knowing that the company was not pre- qualified to provide services in the County. On 30th March, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the MCA for Ahero Ward, the Procurement Officer and Bruce Logistics Limited, with the following charges: (i) Knowingly holding a private interest in a contract connected with a public body contrary to section 42(3) as read with section 48 (1) of ACECA. (ii) Conspiracy to commit an offense of economic crime contrary to section 47A (3) as read with section 48 of the Anti- Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (iii) Unlawful acquisition of public property contrary to section 45(1)(a) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (iv) Money laundering contrary to section 3(a) as read with Section 16 of the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act, Cap. 59A Laws of Kenya (POCAMLA). (v) Acquisition of proceeds of crime contrary to section 4 (a) as read with section 16 of the POCAMLA. (vi) Engaging in fraudulent practice in a procurement proceeding contrary to section 66 and as read with section 177 of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, Cap. 412C Laws of Kenya. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 3. EACC/KIS/FI/INQ/3/2019 Inquiry into Allegation of Procurement Irregularities in the Purchase of Two Fire Engines by the Kisii County Government at a cost of KSh. 72.6 Million In The FY 2017/2018 The Commission received an anonymous report alleging that the Kisii County Government purchased two (2) small fire engines at a cost of KSh. 31 million. It was further alleged that the Kisii County Government initially awarded the tender to Shuria Construction Ltd at the cost of KSh. 42 million. However, this later changed under unclear circumstances, and the tender was instead awarded to Stratogen Ltd at KSh. 72.6 million. Investigation established that on 16th February, 2018, the Kisii County Government advertised tender no. KCG/ADMIN/T/02/2017- 2018 for the supply and delivery of brand-new truck vehicles, attracting four (4) bids. Following the procurement process, a contract was awarded to Stratogen Limited on 29th March, 2018 at a cost of KSh. 72,600,000. Investigation revealed that the Chief Officer, Stakeholder Management, approved a requisition under the Stakeholder Management, Public Participation, and Disaster Management despite knowing that the Department had no budget for the said item. Further, it was established that the Director of Supply Chain Management provided a professional opinion, falsely indicating that funds were available in the FY 2017/2018 approved budget. Despite this, the Chief Officer, Stakeholder Management, proceeded to approve the professional opinion while aware that there was no budget for the two (2) fire engines. Investigation further revealed that Stratogen Limited submitted false documents during the tender process and subsequently delivered substandard fire engines, and that the sum of KSh. 36,000,000 was paid to the company. On 9th February, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the County Secretary, Chief Officer- Water and Sanitation Services, Chief Officer- Stakeholder Management, Acting Municipal Engineer, Director Supply Chain Management, and Directors of Stratogen Company with the following charges: (i) Conspiracy to commit an offense of economic crime contrary to Section 47A (3) as read with Section 48 of the Anti- Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Abuse of office contrary to section 46 as read with Section 48 of the ACECA. (iii) Deceiving principal contrary to section 41 (2) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (iv) Forgery contrary to section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (v) Breach of trust contrary to section 127 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (vi) Willful failure to comply with the laws and regulations applicable to the management of public funds, contrary to section 45(2)(b) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (vii) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to Section 45(1)(a) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (viii) Fraudulently making payment contrary to section 45 (2) (a) (iii) as read with Section 48 of the ACECA. (ix) Engaging in a project without prior planning, contrary to Section 45(2)(c) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (x) Engaging in fraudulent practice in a procurement proceeding contrary to section 66 and as read with Section 177 of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, Cap. 412C Laws of Kenya. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 4. EACC/FI/INQ/32/2024 Inquiry into Allegation of Conflict of Interest and Irregular Payments of KSh. 67,949,824 Million by the County Government of Garissa to Qorjarey Investment Limited, a Company Associated with Employees 2508 2508 of the County Government of Garissa Between August, 2021 and September, 2022 The Commission received a report indicating that there was gross financial malfeasance, conflict of interest, and embezzlement of funds by Garissa County officials relating to Qorjarey Investment Limited, which received funds from the Garissa County Government. Investigation established that Qorjarey Investment Limited received six (6) payments amounting to KSh. 67,949,824 arising from six (6) separate tenders for the supply of emergency water trucking services and emergency food items during the Financial Year 2021/2022 from the County Government of Garissa. However, the investigation revealed that there was neither an approved budget nor a procurement plan for the items purportedly procured and paid for during that financial year. The Garissa County Government failed to provide procurement and financial documents relating to the six (6) tenders awarded to Qorjarey Investment Limited. Investigations established that fictitious copies of payment vouchers, award, and acceptance letters were submitted to ABSA Bank and National Bank to support the fraudulent payments. The fictitious documents lacked procedural backing and were deliberately prepared to circumvent the due diligence requirements of the banks regarding the source and justification for the payment. Investigations further revealed that the Chief Officer- Finance, Director Accounting Services, and an IFMIS Accountant processed and approved payments both in IFMIS and the CBK Internet Banking platform in favour of Qorjarey Investment Limited without any procurement process having been carried out, and for services not rendered. Investigation further revealed that upon receipt of public funds from the County Government of Garissa, Qorjarey Investment Limited made transfers to Mpesa agents operating as Green Valley Connect and Village Africa Kenya Limited. The two companies received a total of KSh. 13,200,000 through Mpesa, which money was established to be proceeds of crime being concealed by the Director of Qurjaey Investment Limited. On 10th March, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Chief Officer- Finance, Director Accounting Services, Head of County Treasury, and an IFMIS Accountant and Directors of Qorjarey Investment Limited, Green Valley Connect, and Village Africa Kenya Limited with the following charges. (i) Conspiracy to commit an offense of economic crime contrary to section 47A (3) as read with section 48 of the Anti- Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Abuse of office contrary to section 46 as read with Section 48 of the ACECA. (iii) Making a false document contrary to section 345 (a) and 347 as read with sections 348 and 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iv) Fraudulently making payments from public revenue for goods not supplied contrary to section 45 (2) (a) (ii) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (v) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to Section 45 (1) (a) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (vi) Money laundering contrary to section 3 (a) as read with section 16 of the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act, Cap. 59A Laws of Kenya (POCAMLA). (vii) Acquisition of proceeds of crime contrary to section 4 (a) as read with Section 16 of the POCAMLA. (viii) Use of proceeds of crime contrary to section 4 (b) as read with section 16 of the POCAMLA. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 5. EACC/KSI/FI/INQ/14/2019 Inquiry into Allegations of Abuse of Office and Conflict of Interest Against a Public Officer while Serving as Director and later Chief Officer in the Kisii County Government The Commission received a report alleging that a Public Officer in Kisii County Government had embezzled public funds of approximately KSh. 150 million. It was alleged that the said Public Officer used proxy companies, namely, Mocha Farm Investment Limited, Jemmy Farm Investment Limited, Milimo Investment Company Limited, Sopit Investment Company Limited, Jomok Holdings Limited, and Jeduwa Company Limited, registered under the names of his wife, brothers, sisters, and other relatives, to trade with the County. Investigation established that the six (6) companies were awarded several Request for Quotation totaling KSh. 116,098,667.50 during the period when the Public Officer, who served as Chief Officer in the Department of Livestock, Fisheries and Veterinary Services in the County Government of Kisii, was in office. Investigations further revealed that these companies, except Sopit Investment Company Limited, belonged to his wife and relatives. Investigation further established that the Public Officer signed letters of awards, contracts, and authorized payments in respect to Request for Quotations awarded to the companies associated with him. Investigations also established that the Public Officer later received money from the directors of these companies. Additionally, Investigations revealed that some of the Request for Quotation awarded to the six (6) companies exceeded the stipulated threshold of KSh. 3,000,000. On 9th February, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) with recommendations to charge the Chief Officer in the Department of Livestock, Fisheries and Veterinary Services, and directors of Mocha Farm Investment Limited, Jemmy Farm Investment Limited, Milimo Investment Company Limited, Jomok Holdings Limited, and Jeduwa Company with the following charges: (i) Conflict of interest contrary to section 42 (1) (a) as read with section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Unlawful acquisition of public property contrary to section 45 (1) (a) as read with section 48 of ACECA. (iii) Abuse of office contrary to section 46 as read with section 48 of ACECA. (iv) Willful failure to comply with the law relating to procurement contrary to section 45 (2) (b) as read with Section 48 of the ACECA. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 24th March, 2026, with a recommendation for further investigations. 6. EACC/MLD/FI/INQ/01/2021 Inquiry into Allegations of Procurement Irregularities in the Award of Tender for the Construction of Command Centre by the County Government of Lamu at a Cost of KSh. 73,921.857.24 in the Financial Year 2015/2016 The Commission received a complaint on allegations that the procurement process for the construction of the Command Centre, Tender no. CGL/TR/PSM&ADM/063/2015-2016 was marred by irregularities. Investigations established that the County Government of Lamu budgeted for the construction of the Command Centre under tender no. CGL/TR/PSM&ADM/063/2015-2016 across multiple financial years between FY 2015/2016 and 2020/2021. However, the County Government of Lamu failed to provide a procurement plan and the relevant requisition by the user department. Investigations further established that the County Government of Lamu advertised the tender, and four (4) bids were received and evaluated. Investigations established that the Evaluation Committee recommended that the tender be re-advertised due to non- responsiveness. Investigations revealed that despite the recommendations to re- tender, the officer in charge of procurement overruled the Committee’s decision and issued a professional opinion recommending the award of the tender to Damunyu General Supplies. The Chief Officer and Accounting Officer in the Department of Finance approved the professional opinion, and a contract agreement between the County Government of Lamu and Damunyu General Supplies was signed. Investigations further revealed that Damunyu General Supplies performed the contract and, upon verification by the Inspection and 15th May, 2026 THE KENYA GAZETTE Acceptance Committee, received payment of KSh. 73,921,857.24. The construction was completed on 6th December, 2022, as per the Certificate of Practical Completion. On 26th January, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Chief Officer - Department of Finance and the Head of Supply Chain Management with the following charges: (i) Willful failure to comply with the law relating to procurement contrary to section 45 (2) (b) as read with Section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 (ACECA). (ii) Abuse of office contrary to section 46 as read with section 48 of the ACECA. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 2nd April, 2026, with a recommendation for further investigations. 7. EACC/FI/MLD/INQ/2/2019 Inquiry into Allegations of Procurement Irregularities in the Award of Tender No. KCG/DPSDM/001/2017-2018 for the Provision of Staff Medical Cover by the County Government of Kilifi to AAR Insurance Kenya Limited The Commission received a complaint on allegations of procurement irregularities in relation to a tender in which the County Government of Kilifi procured a Staff Medical Cover from M/S AAR Insurance Kenya Limited in the Financial Year 2017/2018. Investigation established that the County Government of Kilifi advertised for tender no. KCG/DPSDM/001/2017/2018 to cater for staff medical insurance cover for a total of 2,410 Officers in the Financial Year 2017/2018. Investigation established that the advert attracted six (6) bids; however, the tender was subsequently terminated on account of none of the bidders having a composite license. The Head of Supply Chain Management prepared a professional opinion recommending the termination of the procurement proceedings. The Chief Officer, Department of Devolution, Public Service and Disaster Management, however, failed to forward to the Public Procurement Regulatory Authority a written report on the termination of procurement. Investigation further established, the tender was re-advertised, and ten (10) bids were received. Subsequently, the Tender Evaluation Committee recommended M/S AAR Insurance Kenya Limited for the award of the tender. The Tender Evaluation Committee failed to use the criteria set out in the standard tender document while conducting the technical evaluation. The Chief Officer in the County Government’s Department of Devolution, Public Service and Disaster Management, however, failed to notify the unsuccessful bidders that their bids were non-responsive. Investigation further established that the Chief Officer in the County Government’s Department of Devolution, Public Service and Disaster Management, and the County Attorney and Head of Legal Services engineered and orchestrated M/S AAR Insurance Kenya Limited’s recognition of M/S Megacred Insurance Agency as an intermediary who were irregularly paid KSh. 10,000,000. On 26th January, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Chief Officer- Department of Devolution, Public Service and Disaster Management, Head of Supply Chain Management, County Attorney and Head of Legal Services, members of the Tender Evaluation Committee, and a businessman with the following charges: (i) Willful failure to comply with the law relating to procurement contrary to section 45 (2) (b) as read with Section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Abuse of office contrary to section 46 as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (iii) Obtaining money by false pretenses contrary to section 313 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 8. EACC/MLD/FI/INQ/32/2020 Inquiry into Allegations of Misappropriation of Public Funds through Tender No. CGL/PROC/LLP/08/2018/2019 for Concrete Paving of Lamu Island Streets by the County Government of Lamu- Department of Lands, Physical Planning, Infrastructure Development The Commission received an allegation of misappropriation of public funds through tender no. CGL/PROC/LLP/08/2018/2019 for concrete paving of Lamu island streets by the County Government of Lamu- Department of Lands, Physical Planning, Infrastructure Development. Investigation established that the Budget and Procurement Plan of the County Government of Lamu for the financial year 2018/2019 provided for ‘cabro/drainage/pavement’ works within Lamu Island at KSh. 50,000,000. Additionally, a project requisition was raised from the user department, being Land & Infrastructure, at an estimated cost of KSh. 50,068,055.26. It was approved by the Chief Officer on 3rd October, 2018. Investigation established that the tender, being a framework agreement for pavement of Lamu County, was advertised and subsequently thirty-one (31) bids were opened on 18th December 2018. The evaluation committee recommended the award of tender to M/S Point Blank Construction Services at cost of KSh. 38,069,437.00, together with nineteen (19) other responsive bidders who were pre- qualified for a framework agreement for similar works involving concrete paving with the County Government of Lamu. A contract agreement was also signed between M/S Point Blank Construction Services and the County Government of Lamu. However, M/S Point Blank Construction Services failed to commence the execution of works, and the contract was eventually terminated. It was established that after the County Government of Lamu terminated its contract with M/S Point Blank Construction Services, the tender was awarded to Gynette Company Limited, the second lowest responsive bidder, at a contract sum of KSh. 39,026,680.80. However, it was established through an investigation that Gynette Company Limited had submitted falsified documents as part of its bid. The company also failed to commence the works within the stipulated timelines and requested an extension of the contract period. Investigation further established that the Chief Officer Roads, Transport, Public Works and Infrastructure approved the assignment of all the works from Gynette Company Limited to Inficon Construction Limited against the provisions of the contract signed between Gynette Company Limited and the County Government of Lamu, which only allowed sub-contracting of works up to 25% of the contract price. On 9th February, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Chief Officer Roads, Transport, Public Works and Infrastructure, Director- Accounting Services, Acting Assistant Director-Accounting Services, Director of Gynette Company Limited, and Director of Inficon Construction Limited with the following charges: (i) Abuse of office contrary to section 46 as read with section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA) (ii) Willful failure to comply with the law relating to procurement contrary to section 45 (2) (b) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (iii) Fraudulent acquisition of public benefit contrary to section 45 (1) (a) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (iv) Unlawful acquisition of public property contrary to section 45 (1) (a) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (v) Uttering a false document contrary to section 343 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63. (vi) Engaging in fraudulent practice contrary to section 66 (1) as read with section 66 (2) of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, Cap.412C Laws of Kenya. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 2510 2510 9. EACC/FI/INQ/33/2024 Inquiry Into Allegation of Irregular Payments of KSh. 41 Million to Mascuud Young Ventures by Officers of the County Government of Garissa Between February, 2022 and August 2022 The Commission received a complaint of irregular payment of KSh.. 41 million to Mascuud Young Ventures Limited by the County Government of Garissa. Investigation established that Mascuud Young Ventures Limited was paid a total KSh. 41,012,472.00 in respect of four (4) tenders awarded to Mascuud Young Ventures Limited during the financial year 2021/2022, purportedly related to the delivery of food and non- food items and water trucking services that ought to have been undertaken by the Special Programmes Department, yet the payments were allegedly processed by the County Government of Garissa- Finance and Economic Planning Department. Investigation further established that the four (4) tenders were not included in the procurement plan and budget of the Department of Finance and Economic Planning. Investigation also revealed that Mascuud Young Ventures Limited neither delivered the food and non- food items nor supplied water trucking services. On 17th February, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Chief Officer Finance, Head of Treasury, IFMIS Accountant (County Government of Garissa), and the director of Mascuud Young Ventures Limited with the following charges: (i) Conspiracy to commit an offence of corruption contrary to section 47 (A) (3) as read with section 48 of the Anti- Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Abuse of office contrary to section 46 as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (iii) Unlawful acquisition of public property contrary to Section 45(1) (a) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (iv) Money laundering contrary to section 3 (a) as read with Section 16 of the Proceeds of Crime and Anti-Money Laundering Act, Cap. 59A Laws of Kenya (POCAMLA). (iv) Acquisition of proceeds of crime contrary to section 4 (a) as read with section 16 of the POCAMLA. (vii) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to section 45 (1) (a) as read with Section 48 of the ACECA. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 17th March, 2026, with a recommendation for further investigations. 10. EACC/BGM/FI/INQ/44/2025 Inquiry into Allegations of Procurement Irregularities by Officials of Busia County in the Award of Tenders for the Proposed Expansion and Installation of Irrigation System at Changara Water Pan at a Tender Sum of KSh. 24.8 Million between the Financial Years 2018 to The Commission received a complaint alleging that in June, 2019, the County Government of Busia received a grant amounting to KSh. 24.8 million from the World Bank under the Kenya Climate Smart Agriculture Program (KCSAP) for the promotion of climate- resilient agricultural practices and improving rural livelihoods in the area. The purpose of the grant was to support the excavation of a water pan and installation of an irrigation system at Changara Dam Site. The contract for the project was awarded to M/S Berodi Company Limited at a sum of KSh. 24.8 million. However, the execution of the contract was alleged to have been conducted in violation of applicable procurement laws and contractual obligations. Investigation established that the Changara Water Dam project was initiated through a participatory process involving the local community. Following this process, a project concept, detailed proposal, designs and the bill of quantities were prepared and submitted to the Ministry of Agriculture for approval. The proposal underwent review under the Kenya Climate Smart Agriculture Program (KCSAP) and was subsequently approved during the 3rd National Technical Advisory Committee (NTAC) meeting. Investigation further established that the project was implemented through four separate tenders, all procured using the Request for Quotation procurement method. However, the County Government of Lamu failed to maintain a pre-qualified suppliers list. Investigation further revealed that tender no. DAAER/BCG/KCSAP/CPCU/RFQ/001/2018-2019 for excavation works was awarded to M/S Berodi Company Limited at a tender sum of KSh. 19,930,203.00. Investigation further revealed that the contract between the County Government of Busia and M/S Berodi Company Limited was signed on the same date as the notification of award. Additionally, M/S Berodi Company Limited was found to have submitted falsified documents in support of its bid. On 28th January 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the County Government of Busia officers, namely, the Chief Officer for Agriculture, Head of Procurement and Supply Chain, Project Manager, and Directors of M/S Berodi Company Limited, with the following charges: (i) Willful failure to comply with the law and regulations relating to procurement contrary to Section 45(2) as read with Section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 (ACECA). (ii) Abuse of office contrary to section 46 as read with Section 48 of the ACECA. (iii) Engaging in a fraudulent practice in procurement contrary to Section 66(1) as read with section 177 of the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Act, Cap. 412C Laws of Kenya. (iv) Forgery contrary to Section 345 as read with Section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 11. EACC/ELD/FI/INQ/40/2021 Inquiry into Allegations of Conflict of Interest against Officials of the County Government of Turkana in the Procurement of a Solar Submersible Pump, Complete with Accessories The Commission received a complaint on allegations of conflict of interest involving employees of the County Government of Turkana who are alleged to have traded with the County through Nanaelo Ventures Limited during the 2018/2019 financial year. Investigation established that the drilling and equipping of boreholes was duly budgeted for in the County Government’s Supplementary 1 Budget estimate of Expenditure for the 2018/2019 financial year. Additionally, the Department of Water, Environment and Irrigation procurement plan provided for the borehole drilling works and indicated that the Request for Quotation method would be used. Investigation further established that Nanaelo Ventures Limited was included in the County’s list of Pre-qualified suppliers for the County for the years 2016-2018 under the category of water works. The tender for the supply and installation of a solar submersible pump complete with accessories at Matangario borehole in Kaeris Ward was awarded to Nanaelo Ventures Limited at a cost of KSh. 3,500,000, followed by a payment of KSh. 3,439,655.17 upon completion of works and inspection. Investigation revealed that the Directors of Nanaelo Ventures Limited were employees of the County Government of Turkana as confirmed by the employment records, bank account opening documents, and registration details from the Registrar of Companies. The said employees failed to disclose their private interest in the contract awarded to Nanaelo Ventures Limited. On 28th January, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the directors of Nanaelo Ventures Limited with the following charges: (i) Failure to disclose a private interest to one’s principal contrary to Section 42(1) as read with Section 48 of the Anti- Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). 15th May, 2026 THE KENYA GAZETTE (ii) Knowingly holding a private interest in a contract connected with a public body contrary to Section 42(3) as read with Section 48 of the ACECA. (iii) Unlawful acquisition of public property contrary to Section 45 (1)(a) as read with Section 48 of the ACECA. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 19th March, 2026, with a recommendation for further investigations. 12. EACC/GSA/PI/INQ/01/2023 Inquiry into Allegations of Procurement Irregularities and Embezzlement of Public Funds in the Construction and Commissioning of Water Supply System and Sanitary Structures in Shebta-Aad Village within Garissa County The Commission received a complaint of procurement irregularities and embezzlement of public funds by officials of the Garissa Water and Sewerage Company (GAWASCO) in the tender for the construction and commissioning of a water supply system and sanitary structures project at Shebta-aad village within Garissa County. Investigation established that tender no. GAWASCO/04/2019- 2020 was funded by the Water Sector Trust Fund (WSTF) at KSh. 19,115,465. The tender was subsequently awarded to Oceanic Construction Company Limited at KSh. 14,988,648.50, with the said company being the sole bidder in the procurement process. Investigation further established that the contracted works were completed and KSh. 11,052,260.00 paid to Oceanic Construction Limited. At the completion of the project, as at 30th November 2021, the project account reflected a balance of KSh. 3,746,491.53. Investigation further established that the Shebta-aad project balance was irregularly used to pay GAWASCO staff salaries for the month of October 2021. The said funds were subsequently refunded to WSTF. The investigation did not reveal any procurement irregularities. On 10th March, 2026, a report was forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) with recommendations to close the inquiry file. The report further recommended that an advisory be issued to the GAWASCO Accounting Officer to ensure compliance with the Public Finance Management (County Governments) Regulations No. 35 of 2015 in relation to reallocation of funds designated for specific projects and the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal In regard to preparation of Professional Opinions by qualified persons. The Commission is awaiting DPP’s response. 13. EACC/ELD/EL/INQ/5 /2022 Inquiry into Allegations of Unethical Conduct and Abuse of Office By the Nandi Huduma Centre Manager The Commission received an anonymous complaint that the Nandi Huduma Centre Manager had engaged in unethical conduct and abuse of office. It was alleged that Nandi Huduma Centre, which ordinarily has three cleaners operating in three months renewable contracts were directed to share their salaries with a new cleaner of Nandi Huduma Centre. Investigation established that the COVID-19 pandemic led to the Government withdrawing cleaning services from a contractor. Consequently, the Huduma secretariat resolved to employ casual workers to ensure that the Huduma Centers continued to run optimally. The decision created an opportunity for individuals to submit applications through the Nandi Huduma Centre Manager for three- month renewable contracts. The Huduma Centre Manager subsequently introduced an additional employee and instructed the existing employees to contribute KSh. 3,000/= per month towards the new employee’s salary, which was later increased to KSh. 3,200/=. Investigation further established that the Huduma Centre Manager later employed the said new employee as a house help but continued to instruct the other employees to share their salaries with the new employee, threatening not to renew their contracts in case of non- compliance. The Huduma Centre Manager subsequently terminated the contracts of two employees on the grounds of reporting late to work. However, the register for Nandi Huduma Centre indicated that the two employees reported on time. Investigation revealed that the Huduma Centre Manager failed to demonstrate honesty and truthfulness in the conduct of public affairs by writing false recommendations against some employees on absenteeism and lateness. On 26th January, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) with recommendations that administrative action be taken against the Nandi Huduma Centre Manager by her employer, the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government. The Commission is awaiting DPP’s response. 14. EACC/EL/INQ/007(LXIV)/2024 Inquiry into Allegation that a Former Employee at Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Submitted a Forged Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education to Obtain Employment The Commission received a report that a former employee of Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited (NCWSC) had submitted a forged Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) to secure employment as an Artisan in June, 2015. Investigation established that the suspect was employed as an Artisan at NCWSC on permanent and pensionable terms. Investigation revealed that he had applied for the position of an Artisan using forged documents, being the KCSE certificate from Etete Secondary School. Investigation further established that the employee had submitted the certificate together with other personal documents to NCWSC as a confirmation that he had the relevant qualifications, which was not true. Investigation revealed the employee had fraudulently earned KSh. 5,909,037.10 from August, 2015 to December, 2023. On 10th March 2026, a report was forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) with recommendations to charge the former employee of NCWSC with the following charges; (i) 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, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iii) Uttering a false document contrary to section 353 of the Penal Code Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iv) Deceiving principal contrary to section 41 (2) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 7th April, 2026 and concurred with the Commission’s recommendation for prosecution. 15. EACC/EL/INQ/007(XXXV)/2024 Inquiry into Allegation that a Laboratory Technician at Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Submitted a Forged Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education to Secure Employment The Commission received a report that a former employee of Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited (NCWSC) had submitted a forged Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) to secure employment as a Laboratory Assistant in June, 2012. Investigation established that the suspect was employed as a Laboratory Assistant and later promoted to the position of Laboratory Technician at NCWSC on permanent and pensionable terms. Investigation revealed that she had applied for the position of a Laboratory Assistant using forged documents, being the KCSE certificate from Githumu Secondary School. Investigation further established that the employee had submitted the certificate together with other personal documents to NCWSC as a confirmation that he had the relevant qualifications, which was not true. Investigation revealed the employee had fraudulently earned KSh. 13,239,862.30 from June, 2012 to December, 2023. On 10th March, 2026, a report was forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) with recommendations to charge the Laboratory Technician with the following charges; 2512 2512 (i) 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, Cap. 65 (ACECA). (ii) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iii) Presentation of forged certificate contrary to section 34(a) of the Kenya National Examination Council Act, Cap. 214A. (iv) Deceiving principal contrary to section 41(2) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 22nd April, 2026, and concurred with the Commission’s recommendation for prosecution 16. EACC/EL/INQ/26(IV)/2024 Inquiry into Allegations of Forgery of an Academic Certificate by a Former Employee of The County Assembly of Kiambu The Commission received a report that several officials from the Kiambu County Assembly were in possession of fake academic certificates, and among them was a driver of the said county. Investigations established that the suspect was employed as a driver at the Kiambu County Assembly on a contractual basis. That he had applied for the position of a driver using forged documents, being the KCSE certificate from Kinyogori High School. It was further established that he submitted the certificate together with other personal documents to the county as a confirmation that he had the relevant qualifications, which was not true. It was further established that, as a result of being in possession of the certificate, he was employed and has been working for the Assembly. He has fraudulently earned KSh.. 4,847,779.70 since September, 2015 to August, 2025. On 9th February 2026, a report was forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) with recommendations to charge the driver with the following charges; (i) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (ii) Uttering a false document contrary to section 353 of the Penal Code Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iii) Deceiving principal contrary to section 41 (2) as read with section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (iv) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to section 45(1) (a) as read with section 48(1) of the ACECA. The Commission is awaiting DPP’s response. 17. EACC/NKR/EL/INQ/009/2022 Inquiry into Allegation of Embezzlement of Funds by the Deputy County Commissioner (DCC) Tiaty East Sub-county in Baringo County The Commission received an anonymous complaint on 2nd November, 2022 alleging that the Deputy County Commissioner for Tiaty East was colluding with the District Account (DA) to embezzle the Authority to Incur Expenditure funds meant for the Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs within Tiaty East Sub-county. It was further alleged that the two colluded to forge signatures on the payment schedules for various Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs within the said sub-county and pocketed the money. Investigation established that the Deputy County Commissioner received money from the Treasury through the Ministry of Interior and Coordination of National Government for Tiaty Sub-County; however, he failed to disburse the money to some of the Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs, whose money belonged to their administrative units. He failed to ensure prudent use of public money as provided for under Article 201 (d) of the Constitution. Further investigation established that the Deputy County Commissioner, being an accounting officer and the AIE holder, transferred to his personal bank account KSh. 1,395,000 meant for office maintenance in different administrative units, contrary to the law. It was further established that the Deputy County Commissioner signed the quarterly payment schedules as though they had been signed by the Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs of various administrative units. He signed against the names of each of the said persons without the consent and or knowledge of the chiefs and assistant chiefs. On 9th February 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Deputy County Commissioner with the following charges. (i) Abuse of office contrary to Section 46 as read with Section 48(1) of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to section 45(1) (a) as read with section 48 (1) of the ACECA. (iii) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 4th May, 2026, with a recommendation for further investigations. 18. EACC/EL/INQ/018(XVII)/2024 Inquiry into Allegation that a Former Employee at Kenyatta University Teaching Referral And Research Hospital (KUTRRH), Submitted a Forged Certificate in Hospitality Management from Jodan College of Technology to Obtain Employment The Commission received a complaint that a former employee of the Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital (KUTRRH) submitted a forged certificate in Hospitality Management from Jordan College of Technology to KUTRRH, contrary to Chapter Six of the Constitution. It was established that the employee was a Patient Porter at the Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital It was further established that he submitted a fake certificate in Hospitality Management from Jordan College whilst knowing that he never completed his studies from the said college. Further investigations established that he gave false information to the hospital in his employment data form concerning his academic qualifications. On 9th February 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the former employee of Kenyatta University Teaching and Referral Hospital with the following charges: (i) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap.63. (ii) Uttering a false document contrary to section 353 of the Penal Code. (iii) Deceiving principal contrary to section 41 (2) as read with section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 18th March, 2026, and concurred with the Commission’s recommendation for prosecution. 19. EACC/EL/INQ/26(I)/2024 Inquiry into Allegations of Forgery of an Academic Certificate By a Former Employee of the County Assembly of Kiambu The Commission received a report that several officers from the Kiambu County Assembly were in possession of fake academic certificates, including a Principal Human Resource Officer who was in possession of a fake Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). Investigation established that the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Examination held by the Principal Human Resource Officer was not genuine since the grades had been altered from C- to C+, and the grades in all the other subjects were also altered. Further, she had presented the forged certificate in order to be admitted to St. Paul University. Subsequently, she was employed at the County Government of Kiambu based on the forged certificates presented. It was further established that she fraudulently earned a net salary of KSh. 4,921,953.80 from November, 2020 to August, 2025. On 9th February, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge with the following charges: 15th May, 2026 THE KENYA GAZETTE (i) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to Section 45(1) (a) as read with Section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iii) Uttering a false document contrary to section 353 of the Penal Code. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 11th March, 2026, and concurred with the Commission’s recommendation for prosecution. 20. EACC/EL/INQ/017(XIV))/2024 Inquiry into Allegations that an Office Assistant Submitted a Forged Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education to the Office of Auditor- General to Obtain Employment in February, 2019 The Commission received a complaint that in February 2019, an Office Assistant at the Office of the Auditor-General (OAG) submitted a forged KCSE certificate to secure employment as an Office Assistant II. Investigation established that the suspect applied and submitted her academic certificates to the Office of the Auditor General for consideration for the position of Office Assistant as per the advertisement. She attached a KCSE certificate from Gathirimu Girls High School, among other documents. Further investigation revealed that she was employed on 9th February, 2019. She filled application for Employment form and attached the relevant documents, including the said certificate confirming that she had the relevant qualifications. It was further established that she did not register or sit for the exams in the aforesaid school during the year 1999, hence the document was a forgery. It was established that the Office Assistant worked for the office of the Auditor General from March 2019 to March 2024 and received a net salary of KSh. 2,809,178.06 On 9th February 2025, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Office Assistant with the following charges: (i) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to Section 45(1) (a) as read with Section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Deceiving principal contrary to section 41(2) as read with section 48 of the ACECA. (iii) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iv) Uttering a false document contrary to section 353 of the Penal Code. (v) Presentation of forged certificate contrary to section 34(a) of the Kenya National Examination Council Act, Cap. 214A Laws of Kenya. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 21. EACC/EL/INQ/007(XXXI)/2024 Inquiry into Allegation of Forgery of a KCE Certificate from Githiga Secondary School to Secure Employment at Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company as a Driver/Mechanic The Commission received a report from the Managing Director, Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited (NCWSC) that a driver/mechanic forged Kenya Certificate of Education and used it to apply to join the company. Investigations established that the suspect was a driver employed at NCWSC on 16th September, 2005. He falsified a KCE certificate serial number 303888 while making an application for the position of a driver/mechanic. He submitted the said certificate from Githiga Secondary school while knowing that the information he had filled in the employment application form was false. Further investigations established that, as a result, he secured employment using the forged KCE certificate and earned a net salary of KSh.. 15,865,932 from January, 2007 to December, 2023. On 9th February, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the suspect with the following charges: (i) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to Section 45(1) (a) as read with Section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). (ii) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya (iii) Uttering a false document contrary to section 353 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 11th March, 2026, and concurred with the Commission’s recommendation for prosecution. 22. EACC/EL/INQ/04/2025 Inquiry into Allegations of Forgery of a Bachelor of Arts Degree from University of Nairobi Against an Employee of Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company in Order to Secure a Salary Review at Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company The Commission received a report from the Managing Director, Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited, that one of their employees forged a Bachelor of Arts degree and used it to seek a salary increase. Investigation established that the suspect was employed at NCWSC on 26th March, 2010 as an Artisan. She submitted a copy of a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Project Planning and Management to support her request for review of her salary. The said degree certificate was established to be a forgery as it had not originated from the University of Nairobi. She submitted the falsified degree certificate on 25th January, 2022 and 18th March, 2022. The falsified document was not used for initial appointment, promotion, or redeployment; hence, it was not used to accord her any benefit or salary. On 18th February, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the suspect with the following charges: (i) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (ii) Uttering a false document contrary to section 353 of the Penal Code Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iii) Deceiving principal contrary to section 41(2) as read with section 48 of the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, Cap. 65 Laws of Kenya (ACECA). The Commission is awaiting DPP’s response. 23. EACC/EL/INQ/18(XX)/2024 Inquiry into Allegations of Forgery of Academic Certificate by a Former Employee of the Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital The Commission received a report that several officers from KUTRRH were in possession of fake academic certificates, including the suspect, a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) Technician who was alleged to possess a certificate in refrigeration that he used to secure employment. Investigation established that the suspect used a fake certificate being the NITA National Trade Test Grade II No. TT2/RAC/13/0000111, to secure employment at KUTRRH. The institution had summarily dismissed him after it confirmed from NITA that the certificate was not authentic. Investigations established that the suspect submitted the said certificate in order to be appointed for the position of HVAC Technician at KUTRRH. On 18th February, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the suspect with the following charges: (i) Providing false information contrary to section 46 (1) (D) as read with section 46 (2) of the Leadership and Integrity Act, Cap. 185C Laws of Kenya. 2514 2514 (ii) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya (iii) Uttering a false document contrary to section 353 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 18th March, 2026, and concurred with the Commission’s recommendation for prosecution. 24. EACC/EL/INQ/009(IX)/2024 Inquiry into Allegations that a Former Accountant at Kenya Medical Training College Forged a KSCE Certificate to Obtain Admission at Kisii University The Commission received a complaint that the suspect, an employee of Kenya Medical Training College, forged a certificate and used it to secure admission at Kisii University. Investigations established that the KCSE Certificate held by the suspect was not genuine since all the grades reflected in the KCSE certificate with index number 703508/008 had been altered. Further, the mean grade was also altered from C- to C+. It was further established that the suspect used the Certificate No. 3600431 with the mean grade of C+ to secure admission to pursue a degree in Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Option) as a student at Kisii University while knowing that the same was a forgery. Investigations further established that the suspect wrote a letter dated 22nd March, 2019 requesting re-designation and promotion, and he attached academic documents, a degree, and transcripts. The request was considered by the Human Resource Advisory and Training Committee, and a letter of promotion was issued with effect from 13th June, 2019. It was further established that he had irregularly earned a salary of KSh. 3,965,292.30 from November, 2019 to June 2023. On 18th February, 2025, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the suspect with the following offences; (i) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to section 45 (1) (a) as read with section 48 of the ACECA, 2003. (ii) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iii) Uttering a false document contrary to section 353 of the Penal Code Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iv) Presentation of a forged certificate contrary to section 34 (a) of the Kenya National Examination Council Act, Cap. 214A Laws of Kenya It was also recommended that Kisii University should recall the degree. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 7th April, 2026, and concurred with the Commission’s recommendation for prosecution. 25. EACC/EL/INQ/56(ii)/2023 Inquiry into Allegations of Forgery of an Academic Certificate By an Officer at the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission The Commission received a report that several officers from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) were in possession of fake academic certificates, including the suspect, a Records Management Clerk. It was further alleged that he was in possession of two fake academic certificates, namely the KCSE and a Bachelor of Business Administration and Management (Purchasing and Supply Chain Management) from St. Paul’s University. Investigation established that the suspect was employed at IEBC as a Records Management Clerk since 1st October, 2012 and was interdicted on 16th November, 2023. His personal file contained a KCSE result slip under index number 702109/012 and a degree certificate no. 05235 from St. Paul University. Investigations further established that the suspect filled out the IEBC appraisal form and indicated that he possessed a KCSE Grade of C plain and a diploma in purchasing and supplies management, which were not placed in his personnel file. Investigation established that the suspect had never been registered as a student at St. Paul University, and therefore, the degree certificate was a forgery. Further investigations established that the suspect did not register or sit for exams in the year 2000 at Nyabondo Boys High School, and therefore, the KCSE Certificate was also a forgery. As a result of using the forged documents, he was employed and earned a salary during the period between October, 2012 and February, 2024, totaling KSh. 11,045,070 On 18th February, 2025, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the suspect with the following offences; (i) Fraudulent acquisition of public property contrary to Section 45(1) (a) as read with Section 48 of the ACECA, 2003. (ii) Forgery contrary to section 345 as read with section 349 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. (iii) Uttering a false document contrary to section 353 of the Penal Code, Cap. 63 Laws of Kenya. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 26. EACC/OPS/INQ/02/2025 Inquiry into Bribery Allegations of Corruption Against a Police Officer Attached to Ngong Police Station The Commission received a report indicating that Traffic Police Officers at the Karen-Gataka area were receiving bribes from Matatu drivers so that they could allow them to carry excess passengers. Investigation established that a Police Officer attached to Ngong Police station was stopping public service vehicles and receiving money from drivers, after which the Police Officer allowed the vehicles to proceed without conducting the requisite inspections. Upon arrest, a sum of KSh. 4,350/=, comprising different denominations, was recovered from the Police Officer. Investigation established that the evidence relating to the recovered money was insufficient to meet the threshold required to sustain a charge of dealing with suspect property. However, the Police Officer’s conduct of receiving money from motorists was unethical. On 28th January, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with a recommendation to subject the Police Officer to administrative action. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 30th January, 2026, and concurred with the Commission’s recommendation for administrative action. 27. EACC/OPS/INQ/66/2025 Inquiry into Allegations of Bribery Against a Police Officer Attached to National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) Police Unit The Commission received a complaint that a Police Officer attached to the National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) had demanded a bribe of KSh. 50,000/= as an inducement so as to forbear charging the complainant with the alleged offence of discharging effluent to the environment without an effluent discharge license. Investigation established that the Police Officer requested a bribe and received KSh. 8,000. On 28th January 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with the recommendation to charge the Police Officer with the following charges: (i) Receiving a bribe contrary to Section 6 (1) (a) as read with Section 18 of the Anti-Bribery Act, Cap. 79B Laws of Kenya. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 7th April, 2026, with a recommendation for further investigations. 28. EACC/ELD/OPS/INQ/11/2022 Inquiry into Bribery Allegations Against a Clerical Officer I at the National Registration Bureau The Commission received a complaint from a resident of Kachibora Location, Cherang’any Constituency, Trans Nzoia County, regarding an allegation of bribery against a Clerical Officer employed 15th May, 2026 THE KENYA GAZETTE by the National Registration Bureau and attached to Kachibora location in Trans Nzoia East Sub-County. Investigation established that the complainant’s daughter applied for a national identity card at the Registrar of Births at Kachibora within Trans Nzoia County and was issued with a waiting card receipt. Investigation further established that the identity card was issued, but had an error that required rectification. Investigation further established that the complainant’s daughter applied for rectification of the identity card and was issued with another waiting card receipt. The suspect subsequently contacted the complainant and requested a bribe of KSh. 3,000 in order to fast-track the processing of the corrected identity card. Investigation established that the suspect requested for and received a benefit of KSh. 3,000/=. On 28th January 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Clerical Officer with the following charges: (i) Receiving a bribe contrary to Section 6 (1) (a) as read with Section 18 of the Anti-Bribery Act, Cap. 79B Laws of Kenya. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 29. EACC/MCKS/OPS/INQ/04/2025 Inquiry into Allegations that a Clerk at the Office of the Assistant County Commissioner (ACC) in Mumoni Sub-County, Kitui County, had requested for a Bribe of Ksh. 3,000/= as an Inducement to Influence an Ongoing Land Dispute The Commission received a complaint that a Clerk at the office of the Assistant County Commissioner (ACC) at Mumoni Sub-County in Kitui County had requested a financial benefit of KSh. 3,000 from the complainant as an inducement to influence the adjudication of an ongoing land dispute between the complainant and her family. Investigations established that the suspect requested and received a bribe of KSh. 2,000. On 10th March 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Clerk with the following charges: (i) Receiving a bribe contrary to Section 6 (1) (a) as read with Section 18 of the Anti-Bribery Act, Cap. 79B. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 9th April, 2026, with a recommendation for further investigations 30. EACC/KSM/OPS/INQ/04/2021 Inquiry into Allegations that an Employee of the Kisumu Central Civil Registry Demanded a Bribe of KSh.1,500 as Facilitation to Issue a Birth Certificate The Commission received a complaint that an employee of the Kisumu Central Civil Registration Office had requested a bribe of KSh.. 1,500/= as facilitation to issue the complainant a birth certificate for his son. Investigation established that after the complainant applied for his son’s birth certificate, the suspect requested for a bribe in order to assist in processing the birth certificate for the complainant’s son. Investigation further established that the suspect requested for and received a bribe of KSh. 1,500. On 10th March, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the suspect with the following charges: (i) Receiving a bribe contrary to Section 6 (1) (a) as read with Section 18 of the Anti-Bribery Act, Cap. 79B Laws of Kenya. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 2nd April, 2026, with a recommendation for further investigations. 31. EACC/OPS/INQ/120/2025 Inquiry into Bribery Allegation Against a Probation Officer Attached to Kamwangi Probation Office in Gatundu North Sub-County within Kiambu County who Unlawfully Requested a Financial Advantage of KSh. 10,000 from the Complainant in Order to Prepare a Favorable Pre-Sentencing Report The Commission received a complaint that a Probation Officer attached to Kamwangi Probation Office had requested a bribe of KSh. 10,000 from the complainant, in order to prepare a favourable pre- sentence report in a Criminal Case pending before the Senior Principal Magistrate’s Court at Kamwangi. Investigation established that the complainant was charged with the offence of creating a disturbance. A plea of not guilty was entered, and he was subsequently convicted after trial. Prior to sentencing, the trial magistrate directed that a pre-sentence report be prepared. Investigations established that during a meeting between the complainant and the suspect, the suspect requested for a bribe of KSh.. 10,000 in exchange for preparing a favourable pre-sentence report to secure a lenient sentence for the complainant. Investigation established that the suspect requested for and received a bribe of KSh. 8,000. On 10th March, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Probation Officer with the following charges: (i) Receiving a bribe contrary to Section 6 (1) (a) as read with Section 18 of the Anti-Bribery Act, Cap. 79B. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 32. EACC/ELD/OPS/INQ/14/2021 Inquiry into Allegations That a Clerical Officer at Uasin Gishu Lands Office was Demanding for a Bribe of KSh. 100,000.00 from the Complainant and two Others who are Members of Growel Tuiyo Self- Group, As Inducement to Expedite Sub-Division of Parcels of Land Belonging to the Growel Tuiyo Self-Help Group at Ogola Farm The Commission received a complaint that a Clerical Officer at Uasin Gishu Lands Office had requested a bribe of KSh. 100,000 from three members of Growel Tuiyo Self Group. Investigations established that Growel Tuiyo Self-Help group had purchased plots at Ogola farm and was in the process of subdividing the parcel of land. The group subsequently lodged an application at the Uasin Gishu Lands Office. Investigation further established that the suspect met with the three members of Growel Tuiyo Self Group and informed them that the sub-division process could only be expedited upon payment of KSh. 100,000. The suspect later requested a down payment of KSh. 10,000. Investigation established that the suspect received a bribe of KSh. 10,000, which was recovered from the suspect. On 10th March, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Clerical Officer with the following charges: (i) Receiving a bribe contrary to section 6 (1) (a) as read with section 18 of the Anti-Bribery Act, Cap. 79B. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 29th April, 2026, with a recommendation for further investigations. 33. EACC/KSM/OPS/INQ/5/2022 Inquiry into Allegations That an Employee of Kenya Power and Lighting Company Limited Requested a Bribe of KSh. 20,000 so as not to Disconnect Power The Commission received a complaint that an officer of Kenya Power and Lighting Company Ltd (KPLC) had requested a bribe of KSh. 20,000 as an inducement not to disconnect power from the complainant’s premises in Mbale. Investigations established that the suspect received a bribe of KSh.. 15,000. which was recovered from him. On 10th March 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations to charge the Clerical Officer with the following charges: (i) Receiving a bribe contrary to Section 6 (1) (a) as read with Section 18 of the Anti-Bribery Act, Cap. 79B Laws of Kenya. The Commission is awaiting the DPP’s response. 2516 2516 34. EACC/KSM/OPS/INQ/03/2022 Inquiry into Bribery Allegation Against a Motorist who was Flagged Down for Overspeeding and he was Requested to pay KSh. 5,000 Cash Bail to Secure his Attendance to Court on a Later Date The Commission and the Traffic Police Officers carried out a joint traffic operation during the December, 2021 festive season. During the operation, the Traffic Police Officers carried out their usual traffic duties, and the Commission Officers were on standby for any bribery incidents. Investigation established that a motorist plying the Kisumu – Kakamega Highway was flagged down for speeding. He was requested to pay KSh. 5,000 cash bail to secure his court attendance at a later date. The motorist, however, informed the traffic officers that he only had KSh. 500. The motorist pleaded with the traffic officer to accept KSh. 500. The Traffic Police Officer then alerted the Commission Officers and informed them that the motorist had offered a bribe of KSh. 500. Upon retrieval of the recorded conversation between the motorist and the police, investigations established that the recorded conversation was not clear enough to determine what exactly the motorist was pleading for. Investigations did not establish any elements of the offence of bribery as per section 5 of the Anti-Bribery Act. On 10th March, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations that the file be closed, as the evidence on record did not meet the legal threshold required to sustain a charge of offering a bribe. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 8th April, 2026, and concurred with the Commission’s recommendation for closure. 35. EACC/NYR/OPS/INQ/38/2023 Inquiry into Allegations of Bribery Against Nyandarua North Deputy Sub-County Administrator Who Allegedly Demanded KSh. 40,000/= in Order to Release Goods And Equipment Seized From Their Alcohol Selling Business The Commission received a complaint that the Nyandarua North Deputy Sub-County Administrator, who demanded a bribe of KSh.. 20,000 each from two businesswomen as an inducement in order to release various alcoholic goods, pumps and keg cylinders which had been confiscated from them. The Commission conducted a trap operation, which culminated in the arrest of the Nyandarua North Deputy Sub-County Administrator. A search was conducted, and the Nyandarua North Deputy Sub- County Administrator was found in possession of KSh. 22,000. The recorded conversation exonerates the suspect since it creates an impression that he was to issue a receipt for the money he had received and that the goods which had been confiscated could not be released without the receipts. Investigations further revealed that the law permitted the Nyandarua North Deputy Sub-County Administrator to collect revenue and remit it to the authorized revenue collector within three (3) days of collection. The evidence on record does not meet the threshold to prove the offence of bribery and, as such, cannot support bribery charges against the Nyandarua North Deputy Sub-County Administrator. On 28th January, 2026, a report was compiled and forwarded to the DPP with recommendations that an advisory be issued regarding the need to seal legislative loopholes in the Nyandarua Finance Act that may lead to loss of revenue, and thereafter that the file be closed. The DPP returned the inquiry file on 24th March, 2026, and concurred with the Commission’s recommendation for closure. STATISTICAL SUMMARY OF FILES FORWARDED TO THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS Total No. of files forwarded to the Director of Public Prosecutions No. of files recommended for prosecution 30 No. of files recommended for administrative or other action 2 No. of files recommended for closure 3 No. of files recommended for prosecution, and the cases are already lodged before the Court No. of files where recommendation to prosecute accepted 7 No. of files where recommendation for administrative or other action accepted No. of files where recommendation for closure accepted 2 No. of files returned for further investigation 10 No. of files where the recommendation to prosecute was not accepted No. of files where the recommendation for administrative or other action not accepted No. of files where closure not accepted 0 No. of files where prosecution declined but administrative action recommended No. of files awaiting the DPP’s advice 15 Dated the 7th May, 2026. DAVID OGINDE, ABDI A. MOHAMUD, Chairperson Secretary/Chief Executive Officer. SO 8550