he Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), Mohamed Amin, has emphasized that regional security is a shared responsibility requiring continuous cooperation among partner states. Speaking during the closing of the Crime Analysis Training Module at the National Criminal Investigations Academy (NCIA), Amin urged law enforcement officers to apply the skills gained to improve investigative outcomes and institutional efficiency.
“We have to continue cooperating to address all forms of emerging crimes,” Amin said, stressing that the true impact of training lies in tangible improvements in investigations, not just certificates. The training brought together 18 officers from Kenya, Uganda, Comoros, South Sudan, Mozambique, Burundi, Ethiopia, and Tanzania, highlighting a strong regional commitment to cross-border collaboration and intelligence sharing. Amin acknowledged the European Union Action Against Crime (EU-ACT) for its continued support in enhancing the region’s capacity to fight organized crime, terrorism, and transnational threats.
In a separate event, Amin highlighted the growing threat of cybercrime during the closing ceremony of the Cybercrime, Internet Investigations, and Open-Source Intelligence Research (OSINT) course. Participants from Kenya and Tanzania were trained in tracking digital footprints, disrupting online crimes, and leveraging data-driven intelligence. Amin commended the German Federal Criminal Police (BKA) for supporting the development of skills in digital forensics, OSINT, and ethical online intelligence gathering.
Meanwhile, the National Police Service (NPS), in partnership with the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (KIMC), concluded a Strategic Communication and Social Media Management training for officers in Nairobi. The initiative equips officers to manage public narratives, combat misinformation, and strengthen public trust through credible communication.
Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat described the training as preparing officers for a “new battlefield of public trust,” while KIMC chairman Silas Otieno highlighted its role in managing digital narratives. Amin’s remarks reinforce the importance of collaboration, innovation, and modern investigative capabilities in ensuring regional security.
