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Abdi A Mohamud

Also known as: EACC Secretary and CEO Abdi Mohamud · Abdi Ahmed Mohamud · EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud

Abdi Ahmed Mohamud — EACC Chief Executive Officer elected to the Executive Committee of the African Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities.

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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    EACC, FBI deepen ties in fight against transnational graft By Citizen Reporter May 12, 2026 07:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FBI Deputy Director Andrew Bailey and EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud during a meeting

    EACC, FBI deepen ties in fight against transnational graft
  3. The Standard

    The renewed commitment was underscored during a high-level meeting held on May 7, 2026, at EACC headquarters in Nairobi between EACC Secretary and Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud and FBI Deputy Director Andrew Bailey.

    EACC, FBI deepen joint fight against corruption and illicit financial flows
  4. Citizen Digital

    'Courts must be respected!' EACC clarifies concerns of dropping cases By Joseph Muia May 05, 2026 07:37 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud during a past address.

    'Courts must be respected!' EACC clarifies concerns of dropping cases

Wednesday 15 July

  1. EACC and ODPP plan joint capacity-building against corruption

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions have resolved to conduct joint capacity-building programmes for investigators and prosecutors to strengthen collaboration in investigating and prosecuting corruption and money laundering cases.

    15 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 14 July

  1. EACC and ODPP commit to strengthen joint anti-corruption efforts

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions have reaffirmed their commitment to closer collaboration in investigating and prosecuting corruption and money laundering cases following a strategic meeting at the Kenya School of Government.

    14 July 2026 · Capital News

  2. EACC and ODPP commit to strengthening corruption investigation partnership

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions have renewed their commitment to closer collaboration in investigating and prosecuting corruption and money laundering cases following a high-level strategic meeting.

    14 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. EACC shifts to prevention strategy, Kenya recovers Sh43bn

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has shifted from enforcement-driven campaigns to a prevention-focused approach to combating corruption, saying this strategy has helped Kenya recover and protect more than Sh43 billion in public resources over the past three years. The commission reported recovering Sh7.4 billion in assets, securing court orders forfeiting Sh25.71 billion in corruptly acquired assets, and preventing Sh10.74 billion in losses through early intervention over the same period.

    14 July 2026 · Capital News

Monday 13 July

  1. EACC, LSK call for integrity and institutional strengthening against corruption

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and Law Society of Kenya have renewed calls for greater accountability, stronger institutions and citizen participation in the fight against corruption during African Anti-Corruption Day commemorations. EACC Chairperson David Oginde said the commission is increasingly focusing on preventing corruption before it occurs rather than solely prosecuting offenders.

    13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 8 July

  1. NG-CDF introduces QR codes for project monitoring and accountability

    The National Government Constituencies Development Fund has introduced a Quick Response Code system to monitor projects across 290 constituencies and improve transparency in public fund use. The initiative, tabled in Parliament by the NG-CDF Committee chair, aims to give the public easier access to project information and strengthen accountability at the constituency level.

    8 July 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 7 July

  1. EACC urges African nations to coordinate fisheries corruption investigations

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has called on African countries to establish joint investigation mechanisms, intelligence sharing, and cross-border asset recovery to combat corruption in the fisheries sector. The EACC said stronger regional cooperation among governments and anti-corruption agencies is needed to detect and prosecute corruption while protecting the continent's fisheries resources.

    7 July 2026 · Capital News

Friday 3 July

  1. NG-CDF introduces QR codes to monitor constituency projects

    The National Government Constituencies Development Fund has introduced a QR code system to monitor projects across 290 constituencies and improve transparency and accountability in the use of public funds. The initiative was tabled in Parliament by the NG-CDF Committee chairperson, who noted it will enable the public to access project information more easily.

    3 July 2026 · The Standard

Friday 26 June

  1. EACC warns against branding public projects with political names

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has cautioned state and public officers against branding government-funded projects and programmes with their personal names, images, or political symbols, stating that the practice constitutes abuse of office and misuse of public resources.

    26 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 19 June

  1. EACC CEO elected to African anti-corruption body executive committee

    EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Ahmed Mohamud has been elected to the Executive Committee of the African Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (AAACA), a continental platform bringing together anti-corruption agencies across Africa to strengthen cooperation in preventing and combating corruption. The 8th AAACA Annual General Assembly in Nairobi also established a framework for collaboration in information sharing, capacity building, and joint investigations among member institutions, following an AAACA-World Bank Group Integrity Vice Presidency memorandum of understanding.

    19 June 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 18 June

  1. EACC CEO Mohamud elected to African anti-corruption body committee

    EACC CEO Abdi Ahmed Mohamud has been elected to the Executive Committee of the Association of African Anti-Corruption Authorities (AAACA), representing the Eastern Africa region, placing Kenya among five regional representatives steering AAACA's affairs over the next three years.

    18 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 17 June

  1. 43 African countries launch anti-corruption research centre

    43 African countries have officially launched the Centre for Anti-Corruption Studies and Research in Africa (CEREAC) in Nairobi during the 8th Annual General Assembly of the Association of African Anti-Corruption Authorities. The centre, the first of its kind in Africa, will provide research, training, capacity building and technical support to anti-corruption agencies across the continent.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Africa's anti-corruption chiefs convene in Nairobi to tackle graft

    Senior anti-graft officials from across Africa met in Nairobi for the 8th Annual General Assembly of the Association of African Anti-Corruption Authorities, with the EACC warning that corruption is becoming increasingly sophisticated and technology-driven, and urging collective continental action to strengthen cooperation and asset recovery.

    17 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 5 June

  1. Nairobi chief officer released on bail in corruption investigation

    Suspended Nairobi County Chief Officer Patrick Analo was released on Sh500,000 cash bail after his arrest by EACC detectives investigating corruption, unexplained wealth, and money laundering. More than Sh65 million in cash was recovered during a raid at his residence, and he faces charges including conflict of interest, bribery, and abuse of office.

    5 June 2026 · Capital News

  2. Nairobi planning chief arrested in latest city hall corruption case

    The arrest of Nairobi County Chief Officer for Urban Planning Patrick Analo adds to a series of scandals affecting Nairobi City County governance.

    5 June 2026 · The Standard

  3. EACC raids Nairobi County official's home over corruption allegations

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission conducted a raid at the home of Nairobi County's Chief Officer for Urban Planning Patrick Analo in Machakos County, signaling investigations into alleged misconduct at City Hall.

    5 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 4 June

  1. EACC recovers Sh65.3 million from Nairobi County Chief Officer's home

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission seized Sh65.3 million (comprising Sh51.3 million in cash and USD113,000) from the Syokimau residence and vehicle of Nairobi's Chief Officer for Urban Planning, Patrick Analo, during a June 4 raid investigating alleged corruption, including conflict of interest, abuse of office, and possession of unexplained assets.

    4 June 2026 · The Standard

  2. AU condemns Mogadishu violence as Somalia battles Ebola

    The African Union Commission has condemned armed clashes in Mogadishu between opposition forces and state security troops, with opposition leaders accusing security forces of attacking residences linked to former political leaders. The violence threatens coordination of Somalia's response to an Ebola outbreak, with Martini Hospital designated as the national testing centre now at risk.

    4 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 22 May

  1. EACC urges stricter academic credential verification before 2027 elections

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has called on universities, colleges, examination bodies, and professional regulators to tighten verification of academic qualifications to combat certificate forgery ahead of the 2027 General Elections. The anti-graft agency warned that weak verification processes allow individuals with fake academic papers to access public office and employment, and said it will intensify investigations into academic fraud and recover fraudulently obtained salaries and benefits.

    22 May 2026 · Capital News

Thursday 21 May

  1. EACC urges counties to implement conflict-of-interest law

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission has called on County Assemblies to fully implement the Conflict of Interest Act, 2025, and strengthen independent oversight of County Executive operations to enhance accountability and protect public resources. The EACC said the law introduces a stronger framework for asset and wealth declarations, and effectiveness will depend on how faithfully public officials and oversight institutions execute their responsibilities.

    21 May 2026 · Capital News

Tuesday 12 May

  1. EACC and FBI deepen partnership against transnational corruption

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have reaffirmed their partnership in combating transnational corruption, money laundering and illicit financial flows, pledging to deepen cooperation in intelligence sharing, investigations, asset tracing and technical support.

    12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Monday 11 May

  1. EACC and FBI strengthen partnership against corruption and crime

    The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the US Federal Bureau of Investigation have reaffirmed their partnership in combating corruption, money laundering and transnational financial crimes, with both institutions emphasising the need for global cooperation to address what they describe as an increasingly cross-border threat to economies and governance systems.

    11 May 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 5 May

  1. EACC urges respect for court decisions in corruption cases

    EACC CEO Abdi Mohamud dismissed claims that the commission drops cases or conducts weak investigations, stating that courts determine outcomes, not the commission. He emphasized that Kenyans must understand constitutional freedoms and the appeal process in high-profile cases that have passed through multiple courts.

    5 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

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