Kenya’s Director of Public Prosecutions, Mr. Renson M. Ingonga, CBS, OGW, has been unanimously elected as a Supernumerary Member of the Executive Committee of the International Association of Prosecutors (IAP).
The election was held on Tuesday during the IAP’s 30th Annual Conference and General Meeting in Singapore, marking a historic milestone for both Kenya and Africa in the global prosecutorial arena.
Mr. Ingonga’s election follows a series of international leadership roles he has taken on in recent years. In July 2024, he was elected President of the Africa Association of Prosecutors (APA) in Marrakesh, Morocco.
More recently, in July 2025, he successfully hosted the 23rd Commonwealth Heads of Prosecuting Agencies Conference (HOPAC) in Mombasa, Kenya.
Speaking after his election, Mr. Ingonga expressed gratitude and underscored the weight of the responsibility entrusted to him.
He emphasized the importance of prosecutors in ensuring fair administration of justice and highlighted the opportunity the role provides to promote integrity, professionalism, and international cooperation in prosecutorial work.
“This opportunity allows us to exchange experiences, embrace best practices, and discharge our mandate with integrity, professionalism, and firmness,” he said.
The ODPP noted that Ingonga’s election reaffirms Africa’s growing influence in shaping global prosecutorial discourse and demonstrates Kenya’s commitment to advancing international justice initiatives.
Written By Were Kelly
