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EACC Launches Investigation in Bomet County Over Sh373M Fraud

By Stephanie Wangari | 1yr ago

EACC CEO Twalib Mbarak speaking during the commemoration of the African Anti-Corruption day in Nairobi on July 11, 2024. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has initiated an investigation into the alleged theft of public funds and procurement fraud totaling Sh373 million in Bomet County.

The alleged fraud occurred during the procurement of heavy road construction equipment and trucks by the county.

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