DCI boss Amin elected as Africa’s delegate to Interpol Executive Committee

Director of Criminal Investigations, Mohamed Amin follow proceedings during the 93rd Interpol General Assembly held in Marrakech, Morocco./HANDOUT

Kenya secured a major diplomatic and security milestone with the election of the Director of Criminal Investigations, Mohamed Amin, as Africa’s Delegate to the Interpol Executive Committee.

The announcement was made during the 93rd Interpol General Assembly held in Marrakech, Morocco. Amin’s election places Kenya at the heart of global policing strategy for the next three years, marking one of the country’s most significant achievements in international law enforcement cooperation.

He will serve alongside Tunisia’s Issam Fetoui, the second delegate representing Africa. The elections also saw Lucas Philippe of France chosen as Interpol president for a four-year term, while Wang Yong of China was elected Vice-President for Asia for a three-year mandate.

Other regional delegates elected include Kazumi Ogasawara of Japan as Delegate for Asia and Stefano Carvelli of Italy as Delegate for Europe.

Director of Criminal Investigations, Mohamed Amin and Police Inspector General Douglas Kanja and the Kenyan delegation follow proceedings during the 93rd Interpol General Assembly held in Marrakech, Morocco./HANDOUT

Kenya’s delegation to the Assembly received robust diplomatic backing from Jessica M. Gakinya, Billy Mathu of Kenya’s mission in Rabat, and Eva Nthoki, Head of the Candidatures Division at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Their efforts underscored Kenya’s growing influence in multilateral security initiatives, a statement said. Amin’s candidacy was formally presented by the Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, reflecting what officials described as a unified national push to strengthen Kenya’s role in international policing.

In his acceptance remarks, Amin expressed gratitude to Member States, saying: “I am deeply honoured to take on this responsibility as Delegate for Africa to the Interpol Executive Committee. Your confidence in my candidacy reflects Kenya’s commitment to international policing and the importance of partnership across our regions.”

Director of Criminal Investigations, Mohamed Amin and Police Inspector General Douglas Kanja and the Kenyan delegation follow proceedings during the 93rd Interpol General Assembly held in Marrakech, Morocco./HANDOUT

He pledged to champion an inclusive and contextually grounded Interpol, emphasizing the protection of vulnerable groups and intensifying efforts against transnational crimes such as terrorism, cybercrime, human trafficking, financial crimes, and offenses targeting women and children.

Director of Criminal Investigations, Mohamed Amin and Police Inspector General Douglas Kanja and the Kenyan delegation follow proceedings during the 93rd Interpol General Assembly held in Marrakech, Morocco./HANDOUT

Amin also thanked President William Samoei Ruto for nominating him, stating that the honour “belongs to the Kenyan nation.” With over 30 years of service in law enforcement, Amin is credited with advancing operational excellence within the Directorate of Criminal Investigations and improving Kenya’s integration with Interpol’s policing systems.

His tenure has also strengthened cooperation with AFRIPOL, EAPCCO, and various international security agencies. As Africa’s Delegate, Amin is expected to push for enhanced technology-driven policing, capacity-building, and joint operations, while ensuring Africa’s priorities are firmly represented on the global stage.

Kenya’s government welcomed the election as a vote of confidence from the international community. In a statement, it expressed appreciation to Interpol Member States and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening global cooperation “in pursuit of a safer Africa and a secure world.”