DCI DIRECTOR MOHAMMED AMIN ADDRESSES 27TH INTERPOL AFRICAN REGIONAL CONFERENCE IN CAPE TOWN

Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mr. Mohammed Amin, delivered a compelling address today at the 27th INTERPOL African Regional Conference, currently underway in Cape Town. The three-day gathering, which began on 27 August, 2025 brings together security leaders from across the continent under the theme: “Leveraging Cooperation, Innovation, and Partnerships to Fight Transnational Organized Crime.” In his remarks, Mr. Amin emphasized the devastating impact of financial crimes not just on economies, but on the everyday lives of citizens. “When money is stolen through corruption or fraud, it’s not just figures on a spreadsheet, it’s schools not built, medicines not bought, and dreams denied,” he said. He underscored that tackling these crimes is essential to achieving long-term, sustainable development.

He outlined Kenya’s experience, citing challenges posed by the country’s strategic position as a regional trade hub and its rapidly expanding digital economy. In response, Kenya has implemented a series of reforms and measures, including: Amendments to laws such as the Conflict-of-Interest Act, strengthening of national and institutional coordination frameworks, enhanced record-keeping through case management systems, Guidance to prioritize financial investigations and Increased use of financial intelligence from partners such as INTERPOL.

Mr. Amin further shared best practices adopted by Kenya in combating financial crimes, including capacity building, inter-agency and cross-border investigations, specialized investigative techniques, prosecution-guided investigations, and legislative amendments. He highlighted notable achievements such as landmark convictions, dismantling of criminal networks, major seizures of narcotics, firearms, wildlife trophies, confiscation of illicit properties, and strengthened collaboration with the private sector and foreign authorities.

Closing his address, the DCI Director issued a strong call for unity in the fight against transnational crime: “No single country or institution can win this battle alone. We must continue to build strong, cross-border partnerships and trust within our regional and global justice systems.” The conference continues through 29 August, with delegates expected to forge new strategies and strengthen alliances in the collective fight against organized crime.