Teach children about the evils of corruption in school and at home

Supporting the schools' anti-corruption initiatives entails fostering an environment that promotes ethical conduct and discourages unethical behaviour. [iStockphoto]

Corruption remains pervasive in Kenya, derailing economic growth, social justice, and sustainable development. Despite numerous efforts to combat it, corruption hurts various sectors, including public procurement, the Judiciary, healthcare, and education.

It's widely acknowledged that education can serve as a pivotal means to address corruption, particularly through the integration of integrity education into school curricula. Advocates of this approach assert that corruption is fundamentally a social behavioural problem, and thus, prevention strategies should target behavioural change.