21/05/2026
Presidential Aspirant Eliud Owalo stands out as a beacon of integrity and effective leadership in Kenya's public service.
During his tenure as Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications and the Digital Economy Owalo demonstrated an unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and results-driven governanceโqualities that are especially commendable in a period when several other arms of government faced serious corruption allegations and scandals.
According to statements from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), the Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy was declared the least corrupt government ministry under his stewardship.
This is a remarkable achievement that underscores his personal incorruptible record and his ability to foster a culture of ethical conduct within a large public institution.
Key highlights from his leadership at the ICT Ministry include:
1. Digital infrastructure expansion, significant rollout of fiber optic cable, public Wi-Fi hotspots, and digital hubs aimed at connecting underserved areas and creating opportunities for youth.
2. Digital transformation, through the digitization of thousands of government services, promotion of digital skilling and entrepreneurship, and initiatives to boost local tech manufacturing.
3. Efficiency and cost-saving, that is reductions in government advertising expenditure and reforms to lower barriers for investment in the ICT sector.
These outcomes reflect not just technical competence but a principled approach that prioritized public value over personal or crony enrichment.
Owalo has consistently positioned himself as someone who fights corruption head-on, drawing from his track record to advocate for systemic reforms.
In a political landscape often clouded by allegations of graft, leaders like Eliud Owalo can point to an EACC survey which painted his record clean.
With him now appearing as a top contender in the 2027 Presidential elections, Kenyans across the country are buying his Third Liberation agenda which lists eliminating corruption as one of its key reforms.
His incorruptible stance and delivery-focused record make him a credible voice in ongoing national conversations about integrity, efficiency, and the fight against corruption. Kenyans deserve more leaders who walk the talk as he did at the ICT helm. 2027 Owalo will restore the dignity of our beloved country.