Former Kenya Auditor General recognised for corruption fightback
Eddie Ouko, who served as Auditor General of the Republic of Kenya, has been given the ICAEW Outstanding Achievement Award this year.
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Join the Public Sector CommunityEddie Ouko, who served as Auditor General of the Republic of Kenya, has been given the ICAEW Outstanding Achievement Award this year.
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