The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Kenya, under the leadership of Amin Mohammed Ibrahim, has been recognized as the top investigative agency in Africa.
This accolade comes from a recent survey conducted by the renowned research firm KenyaTrak, which assessed the effectiveness of investigative agencies across the continent.
The survey, which evaluated key achievements in resolving major criminal cases, ranked Kenya’s DCI first, with an impressive 82% popularity rating.
This high rating is attributed to the DCI’s exceptional performance in investigating significant crimes and combating corruption.
The agency’s expertise spans various areas, from cybercrime to terrorism, making it a cornerstone of Kenya’s law enforcement infrastructure.
In 2024, the DCI made significant advancements by introducing state-of-the-art forensic laboratories, enhancing their capability to tackle digital crimes and organized criminal activities.
Their success is further bolstered by strong collaborations with global agencies like the FBI and Interpol.
Following Kenya’s DCI, Ghana’s Criminal Investigations Department (CID) was ranked second, with a 76% rating. Ghana’s CID is highly regarded for its precise handling of organized crime, human trafficking, and financial fraud. Uganda’s investigative agencies secured third place with a 74% rating, reflecting their robust approach to law enforcement.
The survey also highlighted Ethiopia’s National Bureau of Investigations and Morocco’s General Directorate of Territorial Surveillance (DGST), which were ranked fourth and fifth, with ratings of 68% and 64%, respectively. Other countries that made it to the top ten include Egypt (61%), Sudan (55%), and Zimbabwe (52%).