In a significant step toward enhancing transparency and good governance, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), in collaboration with the Kenya Leadership Forum (KLIF), has launched the Kenya Integrity Plan (KIP) 2023-2028. This strategic blueprint is designed to address corruption and promote ethical practices across Kenya’s public and private sectors.
Speaking at the launch event, Attorney General (AG) Dorcas Oduor affirmed the importance of the KIP in aligning with both national and international commitments, including the Constitution of Kenya. She described the plan as a comprehensive framework emphasizing prevention, detection, enforcement, and civic engagement.
“The Kenya Integrity Plan provides us with a strategic roadmap to reinforce the principles of good governance and address the challenges that have hindered our collective progress under the framework of the KLIF,” stated Oduor.
The AG underscored the plan’s role in reaffirming the nation’s dedication to integrity, transparency, and accountability. She noted that the KIP establishes clear mechanisms to strengthen institutional frameworks, enhance public service ethics, and foster a culture of transparency.
Oduor highlighted her office’s continued commitment to the fight against corruption through legal reforms, anti-corruption enforcement, and coordination of mutual legal assistance in matters related to corruption, economic crimes, and asset recovery.
“As the Office of the AG and Department of Justice, we commit to sharing legal reforms, enforcing anti-corruption measures, and promoting a transparent legal system as outlined in the KIP and other national anti-corruption policies,” Oduor added.
EACC Chairperson Dr. David Oginde emphasized the alignment of the KIP with Kenya’s Vision 2030 and the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). He called on stakeholders to support KLIF’s role as a platform for collaborative engagement and practical solutions for good governance.
“Corruption is a complex issue that requires collaboration between government institutions, the private sector, and civil society,” noted Dr. Oginde. “The KIP offers an opportunity to address these challenges collectively.”
The European Union (EU) Deputy Ambassador to Kenya, Ondrej Simek, also voiced the EU’s support for Kenya’s anti-corruption efforts. He stressed the importance of strengthening institutional effectiveness, implementing legal and policy reforms, and fostering a culture of integrity.
“Corruption undermines economic growth and public trust. The EU remains committed to supporting Kenya in strengthening governance through legislative reforms and capacity building,” Simek said.
Kwami Senanu, representing the African Union Advisory Board Against Corruption (AUABC), praised Kenya’s proactive approach in launching the KIP, viewing it as a vital step toward the realization of the African Union Agenda 2063.
“The launch of this plan is a clear demonstration of Kenya’s resolution to decisively tackle corruption. Its successful implementation is crucial to achieving the African Union’s vision for a prosperous and well-governed continent,” remarked Senanu.
As Kenya embarks on this ambitious five-year journey, the collaboration between government institutions, civil society, and international partners is expected to play a key role in ensuring the success of the Kenya Integrity Plan, laying the foundation for a more transparent and accountable nation.