13/06/2026
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐨 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐭𝐢-𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐋𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐦
In a continued effort to strengthen prosecutorial capacity in combating complex financial crimes, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), in collaboration with GIZ, conducted a week-long specialized training programme on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) strategies, prioritization of prosecution of money laundering offences, and counter financing of terrorism in line with Kenya’s risk profile.
The training brought together prosecutors from across the country and focused on strengthening technical competence in the investigation, prosecution, and prevention of money laundering and terrorism financing offences, with emphasis on emerging financial crime typologies, risk-based case prioritization, inter-agency coordination, and evidentiary management in financial investigations.
Delivering the keynote address on behalf of the Director of Public Prosecutions, the Secretary Prosecution Services Mr. Alloys Kemo, OGW expressed confidence that the training would enhance investigative capacity, strengthen prosecutions, and improve disruption of criminal networks. He urged continued collaboration, professionalism, and innovation in combating financial crimes.
"As we move forward, let us remain committed to fostering collaboration, professionalism, and innovation in our collective fight against money laundering and terrorist financing. Through our combined efforts, we can strengthen public confidence in our Office, protect our financial system, and contribute to a safer and more secure Kenya," he said.
Mr. Kemo further addressed the decision to charge and prosecutorial review, emphasizing integrity, evidentiary assessment, and adherence to legal thresholds.
Participants were introduced to the global AML/CFT framework, including the Financial Action Task Force (FATF); its recommendations; mutual evaluation process; and immediate outcomes, with emphasis on implications for prosecutorial effectiveness and Kenya’s compliance with international standards.
Mr. Vincent Monda, 'ndc' (K), OGW, Senior Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions, guided participants on the legal and institutional framework for combating money laundering and terrorism financing in Kenya, anchored on the Constitution, POCAMLA, the Prevention of Terrorism Act, and related legislation. He further outlined the institutional coordination framework, including the roles of agencies involved in prevention, detection, investigation, and prosecution of financial crimes.
Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) was also explored as a key mechanism for cross-border cooperation in evidence gathering, asset tracing, freezing, confiscation, and recovery of proceeds of crime, alongside challenges such as language barriers, grounds for refusal, and procedural delays affecting international cooperation. Mr. Monda further underscored the importance of these frameworks in supporting Kenya’s efforts to exit the FATF grey list through stronger investigations and asset recovery.
Further discussions led by Mr. James Machirah covered Kenya’s FATF mutual evaluation process, the Terrorism Financing National Risk Assessment (TF NRA), and the International Cooperation Review Group (ICRG) process, highlighting their significance in strengthening the national AML/CFT framework.
Dr. Marcellar Odero introduced terrorism financing concepts, focusing on identification methods and red flag indicators, while highlighting the importance of early detection in disrupting illicit networks.
The training also covered money laundering stages, emerging trends, and typologies under the facilitation of Ms. Terry Kahoro, ADPP, emphasizing the need for adaptive prosecutorial responses to evolving criminal methods.
Mr. Alex Akula, ADPP, addressed money laundering risk assessment, vulnerabilities within financial systems, and risk management processes, while Ms. Irene Boke (GIZ) led discussions on beneficial ownership and entity risk assessment as tools for preventing misuse of corporate structures.
Parallel financial investigations, ancillary orders, and record-keeping in money laundering cases were covered by Abdisalam Bore, with emphasis on strengthening inter-agency coordination to improve evidentiary outcomes.
From a typologies perspective, Mr. Edwin Sikini (GIZ) took participants through crypto-related laundering schemes, cash mule networks, and emerging digital financial threats, underscoring the need for adaptive prosecutorial approaches.
The training further addressed predicate offences such as human trafficking, migrant smuggling, and narcotics trafficking and their linkage to money laundering investigations.
Mr. Harrison Kiarie guided participants on terrorism financing prosecutions, covering investigative approaches, financial analysis, special investigative techniques, chain of custody, and case preparation.
Ms. Annette Wangia, Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions, highlighted asset forfeiture as a key strategy in depriving criminals of illicit proceeds and disrupting criminal enterprises.