A new survey by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has revealed that Kenyans seeking services at the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) are paying the highest average bribes in the country — an estimated Sh200,000 per bribe.
According to the 2023 National Ethics and Corruption Survey, the KWS accounted for the largest share of national bribes at 35.73%, far ahead of other institutions. It was followed by the National Social Security Fund (NSSF), where the average bribe was Sh47,129, and the National Treasury Pensions Department, with an average of Sh40,000.
The report highlights a troubling pattern of deep-rooted corruption in key government agencies, with citizens being forced to pay hefty bribes to access public services. The EACC has called for urgent reforms in the most affected institutions and stricter enforcement of anti-corruption laws.
The survey raises fresh questions about accountability in the public sector, especially in departments tasked with handling citizens’ pensions, social security, and land conservation.
