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Kenya: Corruption revelations could signal improved oversight

Widespread corruption has long impeded economic growth in Kenya. But while a recent wave of scandals has demoralised some, we believe that the frequent revelation of government malfeasance is a tentative sign that the country’s oversight bodies are doing their job. Ultimately, this bodes well for Kenya’s medium-term growth prospects.

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