By John Mutiso
Kenya has achieved a major milestone following the election of Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Mohamed Amin as Africa’s Delegate to the INTERPOL Executive Committee.
In a statement on Thursday, November 27, the National Police Service (NPS) said his election took place during the 93rd INTERPOL General Assembly in Marrakech, Morocco.
The Assembly also confirmed several other key leadership positions, including France’s Lucas Philippe who was chosen as INTERPOL President for the next four years.
China’s Wang Yong secured the role of Vice-President for Asia on a three-year term while Japan’s Kazumi Ogasawara won the seat of Asia Delegate, and Italy’s Stefano Carvelli was elected Delegate for Europe.
Africa will now be represented by two officials; Amin of Kenya and Issam Fetoui from Tunisia, both beginning three-year tenures on the Executive Committee.
Amin’s nomination was officially presented to the INTERPOL membership by Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja, highlighting national solidarity and Kenya’s ambition to take on a more prominent role in international policing.
In his acceptance speech, Amin expressed his gratitude to President William Ruto for the nomination, noting that the achievement is a national honour.
“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,” he said.
Amin also pledged to promote a more inclusive and responsive INTERPOL.
“I will continue to advocate for the tools, capacities, and cooperation needed to dismantle criminal networks and defend the rights and lives of those who depend on us the most,” he added.
