The Cultural Foundations of Corruption in Kenya

Abstract

This paper explored the nexus between culture and corruption in Kenya. This study is based on literature review. The principle method used is the analysis of historical records that show the relationship between culture and corruption. Through document analysis, the study found out that culture relates to corruption through nepotism, cronyism and clientelism. This study provides the Government of Kenya with important information relating to the reasons as to why corruption continues to halt development in Kenya. Moreover, the research elicits scholarly interests on the issue of culture and corruption in Africa.