NAIROBI, Kenya- Kenya’s war on crime is getting a high-tech upgrade.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is sharpening its focus on analytical thinking and applied research skills, key tools in dismantling complex criminal networks.
Speaking at the National Criminal Investigations Academy (NCIA), Bernard Nyakwaka, Director of Public Complaints at DCI Headquarters, underscored the importance of data-driven intelligence in modern law enforcement.
“Producing and presenting actionable intelligence reports is no longer optional—it’s essential,” Nyakwaka emphasized.
OPENING OF THE OPERATIONAL INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS COURSEThe Director of Public Complaints at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Headquarters, has underscored the critical role of analytical thinking and applied research skills in combating criminal activities.…
A Training Ground for Kenya’s Top Investigators
The Operational Intelligence Analysis course, now in its third cohort, is bringing together crime research experts from across Kenya for an intensive two-week training.
Designed to enhance crime intelligence analysis techniques, the program arms investigators with the skills needed to track, analyze, and dismantle criminal networks more effectively.
This initiative aligns with DCI’s broader goal: keeping up with the evolving nature of crime and ensuring Kenya’s investigators remain a step ahead.
Global Partnerships Strengthening Kenya’s Investigations
The Canadian Mounted Police Attaché’s office in Kenya and the International Justice Mission (IJM) have played a crucial role in making this advanced training possible.
Nyakwaka expressed gratitude to both organizations, acknowledging their invaluable support in boosting Kenya’s intelligence capabilities.
Smarter, More Effective Policing
As criminals get smarter, Kenya’s law enforcement is adapting, ensuring officers are equipped with modern intelligence tools to keep communities safer.
With global partnerships and a focus on data-driven investigations, the future of crime-fighting in Kenya looks sharper than ever.
