British MPs fault delayed tenders scrutiny clause in pact with Kenya

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UK parliament in session. PHOTO | AFP

United Kingdom lawmakers have criticised a clause in the trade deal with Kenya which will delay opening up of public tenders for scrutiny by up to five years, arguing that run-away corruption in Nairobi needed immediate action.

The UK-Kenya Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) provides that the parties will conclude negotiations on transparency in public procurement within five years after the pact comes to force.

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