Kenya has been ranked 121 out of 180 countries in the 2024 Corruption Perception Index (CPI) released by Transparency International.
The country scored 32 out of 100, showing a slight improvement from 31 points in 2023. However, this score is still below both the Sub-Saharan African average of 33 points and the global average of 43 points.
“A one-point improvement is not enough. Kenya continues to struggle with deep-rooted corruption that undermines service delivery and economic growth,” Transparency International Kenya’s Executive Director, Sheila Masinde stated.
The CPI uses a scale of 0-100, where 100 represents the least corrupt and 0 the most corrupt. Despite increased public awareness and civic engagement, Kenya’s performance remains largely stagnant, reflecting persistent corruption challenges.
“Kenyans must remain relentless in demanding accountability because corruption thrives where scrutiny is weak. By consistently questioning those in power, exposing wrongdoing, and refusing to stay silent, we can push back against impunity, protect human rights, and build a transparent, just society,” Masinde said in a statement.
In East Africa, Rwanda leads the region with 57 points, followed by Tanzania with 41 points. Uganda and Burundi scored 26 and 17 points, respectively.
The 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) by Transparency International evaluates how countries have tackled corruption over time, highlighting both progress and setbacks in the past year.
This edition places a significant emphasis on how corruption is hindering climate action globally.
Corruption is a major obstacle to effective climate policies and governance.
It diverts crucial funds meant for climate initiatives, weakens environmental regulations, and allows undue influence from powerful industries, particularly fossil fuel companies.
The report underscores the urgent need for robust anti-corruption measures to safeguard climate finance and ensure that resources are used effectively to combat climate change.
The CPI reveals that many countries involved in climate action, including hosts of international climate summits, have low or declining scores, indicating that corruption is obstructing their efforts to address the climate crisis.
The report calls for better transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption frameworks to protect climate funds and rebuild trust in global climate governance.
