By Grace Gilo
The heads and representatives of key investigative and enforcement institutions met in a high-level meeting aimed at enhancing the investigation and prosecution of complex and emerging crimes in Kenya.
The session brought together the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Renson Ingonga, the Chief Executive Officer of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), Abdi Mohamud, the Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohammed Amin, officials from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), and representatives from the United States Embassy in Kenya.
“The meeting focused on bolstering multi-agency cooperation to tackle crimes such as corruption, financial fraud, smuggling, and organized criminal enterprises,” stated the ODPP.
Participants committed to strengthening frameworks that support joint investigations, facilitate evidence sharing, and improve overall case outcomes.
Key discussions centred on the importance of coordinated investigations, effective collection and analysis of evidence, and preserving the integrity of prosecutions.
Stakeholders emphasized that collaboration is crucial to keep pace with the increasing sophistication of criminal networks operating across national and international borders.
The DPP reaffirmed the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions’ (ODPP) commitment to building strong partnerships across the justice and law enforcement sector.
He noted that enhanced collaboration would lead to more effective justice outcomes, increased prosecutorial resilience, and foster international cooperation rooted in shared democratic values and the rule of law. .
“The complexity of today’s crimes demands a unified response. Through sustained multi-agency coordination, we can drive meaningful change, dismantle criminal networks, and uphold public trust in the justice system,” the DPP stated.
The meeting also reviewed ongoing cooperation efforts and explored new areas of partnership, with all institutions expressing readiness to deepen engagements and align operational strategies for greater efficiency and accountability.