19/08/2026
CORRUPTION HAS BECOME ONE OF THE GREATEST THREATS TO KENYA’S FUTURE
Corruption has become one of the greatest threats to Kenya’s future, not only because of the resources it takes away, but because of the values it erodes in society.
When dishonesty becomes normal and integrity is compromised for personal gain, the cost is greater than money. It affects our institutions, our communities and the generation we are raising.
The fight against corruption must therefore also be a fight for character, truth, integrity and righteousness.
It is within this context that the Evangelical Alliance of Kenya - EAK and the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) held a partnership discussion today at the Integrity Centre, exploring how the Church and EACC can strengthen their contribution towards a more ethical and accountable Kenya.
Speaking during the meeting, EAK Chairman, Bishop Dr. Calisto Odede, emphasized the responsibility of the Church to raise a generation that is free from corruption and firmly built on ethical values.
He underscored the Church’s role in shaping lives through truth, integrity, justice, stewardship and servant leadership, noting that the values planted in today’s generation will shape the Kenya of tomorrow.
EACC Chairman, Bishop Dr. David Oginde, who also previously served as Chairman of EAK, emphasized the importance of involving all sectors of society in confronting corruption and promoting ethical conduct.
A corruption-free Kenya will not be built by institutions alone. It will be built by people of integrity, ethical leaders and a generation that chooses what is right even when no one is watching.
We cannot wait for the Kenya we desire. We must raise it.
“The integrity of the upright guides them…” — Proverbs 11:3
