President Uhuru Kenyatta reaffirmed his commitment to combating corruption, urging citizens to report wrongdoing through official channels rather than public confrontations. 'This is not a war against individuals or communities, but against a crime that undermines shared national prosperity,' he stated during the 6th Devolution Conference in Kirinyaga.
Addressing allegations of corruption, Kenyatta criticized attempts to pressure officials at funerals and weddings. 'The dead will not help you. The only recourse is the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI),' he said, prompting audience applause. He encouraged reporting corrupt actors, even if they are high-profile, and assured due process for those accused.
The president highlighted fiscal management challenges, noting 52% of taxpayer revenue funds salaries and 30% covers recurrent expenses. 'These statistics reveal systemic issues requiring urgent attention,' he said. A government program aims to recover illicit gains and prevent graft, with Kenyatta stressing accountability while preserving legal rights.
During the summit, governors and the president discussed tax allocation strategies to boost county and national development. Kenyatta reiterated his stance that corruption eradication demands institutional integrity over personal vendettas.
