The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has unveiled plans to strengthen its fight against corruption through a strategic partnership with South Africa’s Special Investigating Unit (SIU). The move is aimed at enhancing regional collaboration in tackling graft, improving asset recovery, and bolstering public trust in governance.
Speaking at Nairobi’s Integrity Centre while hosting an SIU delegation on a courtesy visit, EACC Chief Executive Officer Abdi Mohamud said the partnership reaffirms an enduring relationship between the two agencies and paves the way for a more robust framework of cooperation.
“The fight against corruption knows no boundaries. Through strategic partnerships such as this, we strengthen our collective capacity to safeguard public resources, uphold integrity, and restore public trust,” said Mr. Mohamud.
The Head and Chief Executive of the SIU, Adv. JL Andy Mothibi who also serves as Vice President of the International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA) hailed the initiative as a vital step toward deepening cooperation across Commonwealth Africa.
“This meeting offers a valuable platform for benchmarking, exchanging best practices, and strengthening partnerships that will advance our shared mission of combating corruption,” Mothibi noted.
According to both institutions, the collaboration will focus on key areas including capacity building, joint training programs, technical expertise exchange, and staff development opportunities. Collaborative research will also be a central pillar, supporting evidence-based strategies in anti-corruption work.
Officials say the partnership will not only target the prosecution of corruption cases but will also address prevention mechanisms and improve systems for recovering stolen public assets. Enhanced cooperation is expected to help both agencies refine their investigative techniques, speed up case handling, and strengthen deterrence measures.
The modalities of the partnership will be formalized through a comprehensive cooperation framework in the coming months, ensuring clear guidelines for implementation and accountability.
The EACC and SIU’s renewed engagement comes at a time when African nations are increasingly recognizing the value of cross-border cooperation in tackling corruption, which often involves complex networks that transcend national jurisdictions. By pooling resources, knowledge, and experience, the two agencies aim to set a precedent for collaborative governance reforms across the continent.
