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August 11, 2026 5:38 am
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Kenya Prisons Tender Scam was reported in connection with the arrest of four suspects who allegedly posed as senior Kenya Prisons Service officers to obtain money from a businessman. According to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, the suspects promised the complainant access to a lucrative supply contract linked to the prison service.
Investigators alleged that the businessman paid KSh 105,000 after being convinced that the tender opportunity was genuine. During the arrests, detectives reportedly recovered forged Kenya Prisons tender approval forms, fake staff identification cards, mobile phones, and other identity documents believed to have been used in the alleged scheme.
The allegations against the four suspects remain subject to investigation and court proceedings and should not be treated as final findings of guilt unless proven in court. Businesses are advised to verify public procurement opportunities through official government channels before making payments or dealing with individuals claiming they can facilitate tenders.
-Ksh 105,000
Reported 9 Feb 2026
