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| Doctors, Teachers and Nurses Top Bribery List in Kenya – EACC Report. |
Doctors, teachers and nurses have been identified as the professionals most commonly associated with bribery in Kenya, according to a new report by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
The findings show that Kenyans seeking essential public services particularly in health and education are the most likely to encounter demands for bribes. These sectors which serve millions of citizens daily have emerged as key areas of concern in the fight against corruption.
According to the report bribery often takes the form of facilitation payments where individuals are forced to pay extra money to access services that should be free or fairly provided. In healthcare facilities patients may be required to give bribes to receive faster treatment secure hospital admission or access critical medical services.
In the education sector the report highlights cases where bribery influences admissions allocation of opportunities and administrative processes. This undermines fairness and compromises the integrity of institutions meant to provide equal access to learning.
The EACC warns that widespread corruption in these vital sectors is eroding public trust and weakening service delivery. It notes that such practices disproportionately affect ordinary citizens who rely heavily on public institutions for healthcare and education.
The commission further identifies bribery as one of the most prevalent forms of corruption in the country reflecting deep rooted systemic challenges. It emphasizes that the continued existence of such practices risks widening inequality and reducing the quality and efficiency of public services.
To address the issue the EACC is calling for stricter enforcement of anti corruption laws increased transparency in public institutions and stronger accountability mechanisms. It has also urged professionals in these sectors to uphold ethical standards and called on the public to report corruption cases through official channels.
The agency reaffirmed its commitment to tackling corruption and restoring integrity across all levels of public service.
