DPP approves prosecution of treasury officials over Ksh1.5B misappropriation
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved the prosecution of nine individuals, including three National Treasury officials, over the misappropriation of Ksh1.569 billion under the Programme for Rural Outreach of Financial Innovation and Technologies (PROFIT). In a statement on its X account on August 18, 2026, the Office of the DPP said it had […]
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved charges against nine individuals, including three National Treasury officials, for allegedly misappropriating Ksh1.569 billion from the Programme for Rural Outreach of Financial Innovation and Technologies (PROFIT). This decision follows an investigation by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) into the embezzlement.
The DPP found sufficient evidence to prosecute the suspects, who face multiple charges including abuse of office, unlawful acquisition of public property, and money laundering. The suspects, along with implicated companies and businesses, will be brought before a court of competent jurisdiction. This prosecution is the latest in a series of actions by anti-corruption authorities to hold public officials and private entities accountable for alleged misuse of public funds.
The DPP emphasized its commitment to protecting public resources and promoting integrity in government finances. The individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
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