Kenya and Mozambique Deepen Cooperation in Fight Against Transnational Organized Crime

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) today hosted Dr. Amelia Machava, the Deputy Attorney General of the Republic of Mozambique, and her delegation in a meeting aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and enhancing institutional collaboration in combating transnational organized crime and terrorism.

Dr. Machava is in Kenya as part of an international cooperation mission designed to promote the exchange of best practices and foster stronger regional partnerships in the fight against complex cross-border crimes. During the meeting, the ODPP Kenya and Mozambique’s Central Office for Combating Transnational Organized Crime (GCCCOT) agreed on a roadmap to bolster institutional capacity through joint training initiatives.

The two institutions also agreed to enhanced mutual legal assistance, coordinated regional enforcement efforts, and the establishment of joint task forces targeting transnational criminal networks.

Speaking during the visit, Dr. Machava emphasized the importance of technical and operational exchanges, noting that Mozambique seeks to build on Kenya’s successful model of prosecution-guided investigations, particularly in economic crimes, where Kenya has seen notable conviction rates.

“As we seek to strengthen GCCCOT’s capacity, learning from Kenya’s experience will be vital in refining our approaches to both investigation and prosecution,” said Dr. Machava.

The DPP Renson Ingonga welcomed the delegation, showcasing successfully prosecuted cases involving economic crimes in Kenya. He reiterated the importance of embracing prosecution guided investigations, real-time information sharing and coordinated action, citing the rapidly evolving nature of transnational organized crime.

“The growing sophistication of criminal networks requires an equally dynamic and united response. Information sharing and collaboration are no longer optional, they are essential to ensure effective delivery of justice,” said the DPP.