Bribe Demands Nearly Half as Frequent in Makueni Compared to Kwale: EACC
A new report by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) reveals that Makueni County has the lowest likelihood of bribery demands from its officials, at just 0.61 times. In contrast, Kwale and Kilifi counties are at the top of the list for frequent bribe demands.
Key findings from the 2024 National Ethics and Corruption Survey (NECS) include:
Elgeyo-Marakwet, Marsabit, and Wajir recorded a 100% rate of bribe payments when solicited.
The average bribe paid nationally decreased to KSh 4,878, down from KSh 11,625 in 2023.
Police officers, KRA officers, and chiefs were the groups most frequently implicated in bribery.
Institutions Where Bribes Are Most Common:
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) emerged as the institution demanding the highest average bribes, reaching KSh 200,000, despite the national average dropping.
The EACC’s report highlights both the improvements in some counties, like Makueni, and persistent corruption challenges across Kenya, signaling areas for increased oversight and enforcement.