New Website Set to Expose Corruption Among Kenya’s Political and Public Leaders
A groundbreaking initiative aimed at exposing corruption within Kenya’s political and public service ranks has been launched by a prominent non-governmental organization. The website, named Kenya Mpya, seeks to reveal how billions of shillings allocated to the country’s 47 devolved units have been squandered, with the intention of bringing much-needed transparency and accountability to the management of public resources.
Mike Mutungi, the Chief Executive Officer of I Choose Life Africa, unveiled the platform, emphasizing that it will provide detailed profiles of national leaders, top government officials, and parastatal heads. Through these profiles, Kenya Mpya will track the spending of public funds, ensuring that those responsible for managing and disbursing the billions allocated to national and county governments are held accountable for their actions.
Mutungi stressed that the reckless mismanagement of devolved resources is a significant concern for the public, and one that is threatening the sustainability of key community projects. Speaking during World Anti-Corruption Day celebrations in Eldoret, Mutungi vowed to use the website to expose those responsible for diverting funds meant to uplift the country’s marginalized communities.
“We cannot afford to stand by and let public funds be looted by those in power,” Mutungi declared. “It is the responsibility of every citizen to be vigilant and expose corruption if we are to have any hope of winning the fight against graft in Kenya.”
The launch of the website comes on the heels of alarming revelations from the Auditor General’s Office**, which uncovered widespread misuse of funds meant for development projects at the grassroots level. In some cases, entire regions have failed to account for billions in revenue collected by their local governments. There have even been reports of county officials opening multiple bank accounts to funnel public money into their own pockets.
At the event, Uasin Gishu County Commissioner Eddison Nyale and representatives from various non-governmental organizations across the country stood in solidarity with the initiative. Together, they highlighted the need for stronger oversight and citizen involvement in ensuring that public resources are used for the greater good of the people.
Mutungi also announced a partnership with Kenya’s anti-graft agency to intensify the fight against corruption at both the national and county government levels. The collaboration aims to profile and scrutinize how public funds are being spent on flagship projects, ensuring that those entrusted with managing public money are fully accountable for their actions.
“This is a collective effort,” Mutungi said. “We are committed to profiling every individual charged with the responsibility of managing public funds, and we will leave no stone unturned when it comes to exposing those who misuse these resources.”
Gibson Mwaita. Programs Lead Children’s Mission Africa says Kenya Mpya aims to be a game-changer in the fight against corruption, providing Kenyans with a powerful tool to demand accountability and drive change at all levels of government.
The platform’s unveiling has ignited a renewed sense of urgency in addressing corruption and restoring trust in the management of public funds.
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