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'Kingpins' in public service aiding graft, new survey finds

Kingpins are the setback in the fight against corruption. [iStockphoto]

A survey by audit firm PwC has singled out 'kingpins' in public institutions who override procurement laws to engage in corrupt activities.

The survey that analyses economic crimes in the Eastern Africa region notes that these individuals are the setback in the fight against corruption, considering policies and procedures are in place.

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