Bomet Senator Hillary Sigei today has put on notice corrupt public servants in the region that they will not be tolerated.
Mr. Sigei warned corruption will derail development in the region if not checked by the senate.
The Senator highlighted the urgent need for bold and resolute action to combat the pervasive trend, echoing President William Ruto’s consistent stance on the war against corruption.
“Corruption has crept into the core of our county departments and institutions; the impact is real, and its consequences are dire,” Sigei stated.
He provided a stark example, citing the Bomet Water and Sanitation Company (BOMWASCO), a public utility he noted has been affected by glaring corruption.
The Senator noted that the Company (BOMWASCO) was affected by an unexplained staggering debt of over Sh200 million.
Mr. Sigei noted that 69.7 percent of the water produced by BOMWASCO cannot be accounted for, which is more than double the allowable non-revenue water loss of 25 percent set by the Water Service Regulatory Board.
“This represents inefficiency and unforgivable negligence, if not theft,” the Senator asserted.
He urged the Bomet County Assembly to stand firm on integrity and accountability to protect the county’s resources.
The Senator also highlighted recent legislative milestones, noting that on August 19, 2025, the President assented to the Conflict-of-Interest Act. This new law, which repeals the Public Officers Ethics Act, aims to deepen integrity in the Public Service by preventing the misuse of office for personal gain and strengthening reporting mechanisms on corruption.
“This law is not punitive; it is preventive, as it seeks to foster a culture of integrity, transparency, and professionalism in the Public Service,” Sigei explained, urging the Assembly to champion compliance through legislation, oversight, and accountability.
He emphasized the need for closer collaboration between the County Assembly and the office of the Senate, noting that the new Assembly building had reserved an office for the Senator as part of this enhanced oversight.
Senator Sigei reiterated that as leaders, they must not allow the gains of devolution to be diluted or reversed.
The Senator’s remarks come just days after President Ruto adopted a tougher stance on corruption, accusing lawmakers of soliciting bribes for favorable Committee Reports.
By Lewis Moracha
