The latest report from the country’s anti-graft agency shows a significant rise in efforts to protect public money and hold officials accountable for wrongdoing.
The update gives a deeper look into how much was saved, how many cases were handled and how the fight against corruption has expanded over the last financial year.
EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Ahmed Mohamud shared the details during the 2025 Kenya Editors Guild convention, where he explained that the Commission traced assets worth Sh22.9 billion suspected to have been acquired illegally. He said this tracing process is important because it helps the agency identify property linked to corruption before it is hidden or transferred.
Abdi also revealed that Sh3.4 billion was successfully recovered after investigations and lengthy court processes.
He noted that asset recovery remains one of the most visible signs that anti-corruption work is producing actual results. According to him, every shilling recovered represents money that can be redirected back to public services instead of sitting in the hands of individuals who benefited unfairly.
The CEO further stated that the Commission completed 175 investigation files in the last financial year.
These files involved corruption cases, economic crimes and violations of ethical standards. All the files were forwarded to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for further legal action.
Abdi said the number of completed files reflects a stronger commitment to dealing with wrongdoing in both national and county governments.
A major highlight of the report is that early intervention measures by the EACC prevented the loss of Sh16.6 billion in public money. Abdi explained that stopping misuse before it happens is one of the most effective strategies in safeguarding the economy.
He said that without these preventive actions, the country would have faced serious financial damage and citizens would have carried the burden.
He also mentioned that 33 convictions related to corruption and unethical conduct were recorded within the same period. This shows that cases are moving through the justice system and that some of those involved in misconduct are facing consequences.
According to Abdi, these convictions help reinforce the message that corruption can no longer be treated as a normal part of public service.
The Commission said it continues to monitor both national and county institutions closely, with a strong focus on reforms, deterrence and the recovery of wealth obtained unlawfully.
The latest update signals a renewed push to apply pressure on individuals and institutions that misuse public funds and to strengthen integrity across all sectors of government.
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