Uasin Gishu and Baringo Civil Society Networks Strengthen Anti-Corruption Efforts Through Collaborative Workshop
the fight against corruption in Uasin Gishu and Baringo counties is poised to make significant strides.
Members of the Governance Thematic Group from the Uasin Gishu County Civil Society Network recently participated in the second cluster of the “Strengthening Capacities of Local CSOs to Fight Corruption” (Tupigane na Ufisadi) project.
The workshop, held in Baringo County aimed to enhance public advocacy platforms focused on social accountability, access to information, and anti-corruption measures.
The intense two-day training provided participants with in-depth knowledge of social accountability, with sessions covering critical areas such as understanding county roles and processes, utilizing social accountability tools, and developing effective community scorecard strategies.
Practical discussions were also held to explore ways to sustain social accountability initiatives and promote community ownership of these efforts.
Philip Tomno, Chair of the Baringo Civil Society Network, emphasized the importance of empowering local communities. “Our objective here is to equip communities with the necessary knowledge and tools to hold their leaders accountable. This workshop is a significant step toward that goal,” he said.
Fred Yego, Chair of the Governance Thematic Area from the Uasin Gishu Civil Society Network, assured that the network will become more vibrant in enhancing social accountability. “We are committed to increasing our efforts and ensuring that social accountability becomes a cornerstone of governance in Uasin Gishu,” Yego remarked.
Benedine Kipruto, Chair of the Uasin Gishu Civil Society Network, echoed these sentiments, committing to collaboration with local government officials in Uasin Gishu. “We are dedicated to working closely with duty bearers to advance social accountability. Our mission is to ensure that every project undertaken by both county and national governments delivers value for money and benefits the residents of Uasin Gishu,” Kipruto stated.
The workshop, supported by The Institute for Social Accountability (TISA), Transparency International (TI), and KAs also served as a platform for participants from both counties to exchange ideas and strategies.
This collaboration reinforces the importance of collective action in combating corruption. As these civil society networks continue to strengthen their capacities, the fight against corruption in Uasin Gishu and Baringo counties is poised to make significant strides.
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