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War on graft take hit as senate amends Conflict of Interest Bill

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Narok Senator Ledama ole Kina at a past committee meeting at Parliament buildings. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]

The fight against corruption has suffered a major setback following parliament's amendments to the Conflict of Interest Bill, 2023.

The amendments now allow state officials to do business with the government and at the same time, shield individuals and their families from taxpayer accountability.

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