Need for Scrutiny of Multi-Billion Government Technology Contracts

Public concern is rising in Kenya over multi-billion shilling technology
contracts due to exorbitant costs and deals favoring vendors, leaving the
government vulnerable.

Recent revelations of billions of shillings from the e-visa system being
transferred to a Swiss bank account have fueled these concerns. Also for
consideration are contracts to eCitizen and those by counties for various
digital platforms.

The situation highlights a need for greater transparency and accountability
in government technology procurement.

Read more:
www.the-star.co.ke/news/2025-04-17-spotlight-on-kenyas-multi-billion-technology-contracts

*Victor Kapiyo*
Partner | *Lawmark Partners LLP*
*Nine Planet Apartments, Nairobi | **Web: www.lawmark.co.ke
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