The Ethics and Anti‑Corruption Commission warned that land corruption deprives communities of public resources for generations and called on surveyors to play a leading role in protecting public land.

EACC Chairperson Bishop David Oginde addressed the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya’s Africa Regional Conference in Naivasha, urging surveyors to uphold professional integrity, exercise due diligence and safeguard Kenya’s land heritage.

He highlighted that land‑related corruption has long‑lasting effects on victims, whole communities and future generations, noting the historic centrality of land in Kenyan conflicts.

The commission noted recent recoveries of multiple acres of public land that had been fraudulently allocated to private individuals decades ago, part of its asset‑recovery drive under the Strategic Plan.

EACC reaffirmed its commitment to reclaim public assets and prevent unlawful acquisition, while ISK President Eric Nyadimo pledged the profession’s cooperation with the anti‑corruption agency.

The two organisations signed a Memorandum of Understanding last month to deepen collaboration on integrity and accountability in the land sector.

The two‑day conference, running today and tomorrow under the theme “Catalysing Sustainable Investment: The Role of Surveyors in the Blue, Green, and Built Economies,” is examining the profession’s contribution to sustainable investment, environmental protection and infrastructure development.

The commission’s statement said Bishop Oginde’s appeal places integrity at the centre of discussions, emphasizing responsible land management as essential for protecting public resources and ensuring development benefits present and future generations.