Kenya and Mozambique have reaffirmed their commitment to intensifying the fight against transnational organized crime and terrorism, in a strategic effort to strengthen regional security and promote justice across borders.
This renewed pledge was made during a high-level meeting in Nairobi, where Kenya’s Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) hosted Mozambique’s Deputy Attorney General, Dr. Amelia Machava, and her delegation. The discussions were part of Dr. Machava’s international cooperation mission aimed at enhancing collaboration and exchanging best practices in tackling complex cross-border crimes.
The visit marked a significant step toward establishing more coordinated approaches to counter growing threats such as drug and human trafficking, wildlife crimes, financial crimes, and terrorism—challenges that have increasingly demanded unified regional responses.
Both Kenya’s ODPP and Mozambique’s Central Office for Combating Transnational Organized Crime (GCCCOT) agreed on a comprehensive roadmap to build stronger institutional capacity. This includes the implementation of joint training programs for prosecutors and investigators, aimed at enhancing the skills and expertise required to address sophisticated criminal operations.
Key outcomes of the meeting included commitments to improve mutual legal assistance frameworks, streamline cross-border investigations, and create joint task forces dedicated to dismantling regional criminal syndicates. These efforts are expected to foster more efficient law enforcement cooperation and ensure effective prosecution of cross-border offenders.
In a joint statement, the two institutions emphasized the importance of regional solidarity in addressing transnational threats, noting that criminal networks often exploit jurisdictional gaps and legal inconsistencies between neighboring states.
“Regional cooperation is no longer optional it is a necessity. Our collaboration with Mozambique represents a shared vision to disrupt organized crime and bring perpetrators to justice,” said a senior ODPP Kenya official.
This partnership also aligns with broader continental initiatives under the African Union’s Agenda 2063, which highlights peace, security, and justice as key pillars for sustainable development.
The visit concluded with both countries pledging continued dialogue and joint initiatives aimed at securing the region against the growing complexity of transnational crimes.
Written By Rodney Mbua
