EACC’s Abdi Mohamud takes helm of regional anti-corruption body
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission, Abdi Mohamud, officially assumed the presidency of the Eastern Africa Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (EAAACA), marking a significant milestone for Kenya’s leadership in the regional fight against corruption.
Mohamud took over the role during the 16th Annual General Meeting held in Nairobi between April 20 and 24, 2026.
He succeeds Naluzze Aisha Batala, who was lauded for her tenure and commitment to strengthening anti-corruption collaboration across East Africa.
Having served as EAAACA Vice President for the past two years, Mohamud now steps into the top position with a pledge to deepen regional cooperation and enhance collective action against corruption.
In his acceptance speech, he underscored the growing threat of transnational corruption and the need for coordinated responses among member states.
His priorities include strengthening mutual legal assistance, boosting cross-border investigations, improving intelligence sharing, and harmonizing anti-corruption laws and policies across the region.
Mohamud also emphasized the importance of knowledge-sharing and institutional capacity building, pointing to the upcoming launch of the Centre for Research on Ethics and Anti-Corruption (CEREAC) in Nairobi in June 2026.
The center is expected to serve as a hub for evidence-based research to inform policy and enforcement strategies.
He called on heads of anti-corruption agencies and stakeholders to actively support the regional agenda and participate in the CEREAC initiative, describing it as a platform for innovation and collaboration.
The newly elected president noted that his leadership signals a shift toward stronger regional coordination, aimed at enhancing policy influence, operational synergy, and the global standing of Eastern Africa’s anti-corruption efforts.
The AGM brought together representatives from eight East African countries and featured key sessions including the 31st Executive Committee Meeting, ARINEA Steering Group discussions, the 8th Asset Recovery Workshop, and a regional Anti-Corruption Conference.
Mohamud concluded by thanking delegates for their participation and welcoming them to Nairobi, expressing optimism about the region’s united front in tackling corruption.
EACC has been running campaigns to address corruption menace in the country, which have seen recovery of stolen property and cash.
The campaigns have also reduced the rate of graft at various levels.