Kenya has a poor reputation for corruption , especially by its political class . John Gitongo , an expert on Eastern Africa says Kenya is becoming the new oil and gas frontier . The author suggests the discovery of oil in East Africa adds complexity to the upcoming presidential election . He says many worry that the oil money may further blight an already corrupted political class in Kenya . Using oil funds to build up a competitive economy is the key to avoid a resource curse , concludes East Africa .
John Gitongo , an expert on Eastern Africa says Kenya is becoming the new oil and gas frontier . The author suggests the discovery of oil in East Africa adds complexity to the upcoming presidential election . He says many worry that the oil money may further blight an already corrupted political class in Kenya . Using oil funds to build up a competitive economy is the key to avoid a resource curse , concludes East Africa .