World Bank sanctions eCitizen director James Ayugi and his company
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World Bank sanctions eCitizen director James Ayugi and his company
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The sanctions were imposed through Sanctions Board Decision No. 147 in Sanctions Case No. 790 issued on June 8, 2026.
According to the World Bank, the sanctions followed findings that Webmasters Kenya Ltd and Ayugi misrepresented the availability of two key experts for a contract under a World Bank Group-financed project.
The World Bank also found that the respondents materially impeded its inspection and audit rights by failing to meaningfully comply with documentary requests made during an audit.
The sanctions are subject to conditional release, meaning the firm and Ayugi can only be released from the debarment after the minimum five-year period if they demonstrate compliance with conditions set out in the Sanctions Board's decision.
The World Bank classifies the conduct as fraudulent and obstructive practices under its January 2011 Guidelines on the Selection and Employment of Consultants by World Bank borrowers.
Webmasters Kenya Ltd is associated with the development and operation of Kenya's eCitizen digital services platform.
The World Bank's decision concerns conduct relating to a World Bank-financed project in Somalia.
Reporting originally appeared via Citizen Digital. Read the full source for additional context.