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Will recall of the old Sh1,000 notes stem rampant corruption?

The new Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) directive on the old Sh1,000 notes in circulation will be a setback for those involved in economic crimes. Although the directive that states the old notes will be withdrawn from circulation on October 1, 2019 is a temporary measure, it will go a long in fighting graft.

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