DPP calls for stronger global collaboration to counter terrorism and transnational crimes

Director of Public Prosecution Renson Ingonga speaking during the official opening of the 23rd Heads of Prosecuting Agencies Conference in Mombasa on June 11, 2025 /Office of the Director of Public Prosecution/X

The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), Renson Ingonga, has called on law enforcement agencies across the Commonwealth to deepen collaboration in tackling terrorism, money laundering, and other transnational organised crimes.

Speaking at the official opening of the 23rd Heads of Prosecuting Agencies Conference (HOPAC) in Mombasa, Ingonga emphasised the importance of joint efforts through platforms such as the Extremism (CVE) Unit, the Commonwealth Cyber Declaration Programme, and the Commonwealth Security Group (CSG).

“These initiatives are critical opportunities to strengthen our effectiveness in addressing threats to national and international security,” said Ingonga.

He also highlighted the need to support interventions beyond prosecution, including reconstruction, disengagement, reintegration, and reconciliation, to address the root causes of terrorism and ensure long-term peace and stability.

Ingonga urged delegates to leverage the HOPAC forum to engage in candid conversations and develop strategies for enhanced international cooperation.

“Let us seize this opportunity to build bridges, break down barriers, and forge an unbreakable chain of collaboration,” he said.

Attorney General Dorcas Oduor, Director of Criminal Investigations Mohammed Amin, plus nineteen Heads of Prosecuting Authorities from across the Commonwealth, including the United Kingdom, Australia and Wales, alongside several African countries, namely Zambia, Uganda, Mozambique are represented at this three-day conference in Mombasa.

Also in attendance are international legal experts and regional Stakeholders in the Criminal Justice System and representatives from the International Association of Prosecutors.