The Director of Public Prosecutions, Renson Ingonga, has commended development partners for their continued support in strengthening the delivery of effective and efficient prosecution services in Kenya.
Speaking during a donor roundtable convened by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), the DPP underscored the importance of sustained collaboration between justice sector stakeholders and development partners in shaping the future of prosecution services in the country.
The roundtable focused on deepening partnerships, advancing justice sector reforms, and enhancing Kenya’s capacity to respond to emerging and complex criminal threats.
In his remarks, DPP Ingonga described the presence of stakeholders as a strong affirmation of a shared commitment to upholding the rule of law and building resilient institutions. He expressed gratitude for the sustained technical and financial support from development partners, noting that their contributions have been instrumental in enabling the ODPP to effectively discharge its constitutional mandate.
Established under Article 157 of the Constitution of Kenya, the ODPP exercises independent prosecutorial authority, an essential pillar in promoting accountability and safeguarding justice within the legal system.
The DPP noted that the ODPP is at a pivotal stage in its transition towards a more transformative, people-centered prosecution service. He highlighted ongoing reforms aimed at enhancing efficiency, strengthening accountability, and embracing victim-centered approaches, alongside the integration of technology to tackle evolving crime trends.
He further observed that criminal activity is becoming increasingly sophisticated, citing the rise of cybercrime, financial crimes, human trafficking, terrorism, and other transnational offenses as key challenges demanding a more agile, well-resourced prosecution framework.
Under DPP Ingonga’s leadership, the ODPP has recorded significant milestones, including the development of progressive prosecution policies, expanded capacity-building initiatives for prosecutors, and the rollout of specialized programs. Strengthened collaboration with both local and international partners has also contributed to these achievements.
Despite this progress, the DPP emphasized the need for sustained and deeper collaboration, particularly in critical areas such as legal and policy reform, digital transformation, continuous professional development, and enhanced inter-agency coordination.
The roundtable also explored opportunities to broaden community engagement and public awareness, as well as to integrate sustainability considerations into justice sector reforms.
Ingonga called on stakeholders to seize the moment to collectively reimagine the future of prosecution in Kenya, stressing that a coordinated, forward-looking approach is key to achieving lasting and meaningful impact. He reaffirmed the ODPP’s commitment to working closely with partners to build a justice system that is more efficient, transparent, and accessible to all Kenyans.
Secretary for Prosecution Services Alloys Kemo applauded development partners for their critical contributions to the ODPP’s work. He highlighted key areas of support, including the provision of ICT equipment, capacity building for prosecutors, solarization of ODPP offices, and the equipping of the Prosecution Training Institute, initiatives that have significantly advanced access to justice.
