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FBI Co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey visited Nairobi for high-level talks aimed at strengthening cooperation with Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in the fight against evolving criminal threats.
Bailey, who was hosted by the DCI at the Mazingira Complex headquarters on May 7, pledged continued support for joint efforts targeting emerging and transnational crimes.
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The visit further reinforced the long-standing partnership between the two agencies, coming about two years after a similar trip by former FBI Director Christopher Wray.
During the discussions, officials from both sides focused on enhancing collaboration in key areas such as counterterrorism, cybercrime, organised crime, financial fraud, human trafficking, drug trafficking, money laundering, and crimes against children.
They also explored ways to strengthen cooperation in modern investigative techniques, including digital forensics, artificial intelligence in policing, cryptocurrency tracking, intelligence sharing, and predictive analytics.
According to the DCI, the engagement also touched on broader efforts to combat cross-border corruption and economic crimes.
DCI Director Mohamed Amin praised the partnership, noting that it has led to tangible results through joint investigations, intelligence sharing, extraditions, training, and capacity-building programmes.
He also acknowledged the United States’ support in improving forensic capabilities and modernising investigative operations within the DCI.
Bailey, in turn, commended Kenya’s efforts in tackling corruption, saying strong anti-corruption measures are key to building investor confidence and supporting economic growth.
He announced plans to strengthen the FBI Legal Attaché Office in Nairobi through the appointment of a Regional Transnational Anti-Corruption Programme Manager to enhance training and technical support.
He also highlighted the importance of Kenyan officers who have trained at the FBI National Academy, describing them as a crucial link in the ongoing partnership.
Bailey reaffirmed the FBI’s commitment to working with the DCI as equal partners in addressing regional and global security challenges.
The visit underscored the deepening cooperation between the two agencies, built on trust, shared expertise, and coordinated efforts to tackle emerging global threats.
Bailey also toured several government institutions and national parks during his three-day stay in Kenya.
