By Phyllis Mwende
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has reiterated its commitment to fighting financial crimes, including money laundering, terrorism financing and organized crime, through intensified parallel financial investigations.
Speaking on behalf of DCI Director Mohamed I. Amin, Mr. Komesha delivered the keynote address during the Financial Investigations and Asset Recovery workshop at the Kenya School of Government in Kabete, Nairobi.
“Proceeds of crime are no longer hidden under mattresses; they are laundered through complex corporate structures, layered across global bank accounts, and concealed within real estate or cryptocurrency,” Mr. Komesha stated.
“As the landscape of criminality transforms, so too must our response,” he added.
The five-day workshop has brought together key stakeholders, aiming to expand knowledge and sharpen skills vital to tracking illicit financial flows and recovering assets.
Mr. Komesha emphasized the importance of evolving investigative approaches to match the sophistication of modern financial crime schemes.
He highlighted the DCI’s renewed focus through the strengthening of its Financial Investigations Unit and the “Follow the Money” strategy.
Director Mohamed Amin urged participants to collaborate and build strong professional networks.
“Combating financial crime requires a unified, collaborative approach,” Mr. Amin reaffirmed.
The DCI also thanked partners for their continued support in capacity building and coordination. These include the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), UNODC’s Africa Anti-Corruption Hub, the EU/UNODC PLEAD II Programme, the Global Programme on Money Laundering (GPML) and the National Integrity Academy.
Distinguished guests present included Mark Ogonji (Asset Recovery Authority), John Lolkoloi (EACC) and Francesco Checchi (UNODC).