President William Ruto has called on global prosecutorial agencies to build regional and international partnerships in tackling emerging forms of crime that transcend borders and outpace traditional enforcement methods. Speaking at the 23rd Commonwealth Heads of Prosecuting Agencies Conference in Mombasa, Ruto emphasized the need for collective action, technological innovation, and justice system reforms.
Highlights:
- Ruto addressed prosecutors from across the Commonwealth in Mombasa County.
- He called for joint global frameworks to tackle encrypted and crypto-based crime.
- Emphasized tech-based tools for faster, smarter criminal justice systems.
- Warned that no single country can effectively tackle modern transnational crime alone.
- Advocated for better global intelligence-sharing and prosecutorial cooperation.
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President William Ruto urged international prosecuting bodies to collaborate in confronting the increasing complexity of organized and transnational crimes. He said that as criminals become more tech-savvy—utilizing encrypted apps and cryptocurrencies—global cooperation must be equally agile and innovative.
Ruto highlighted that criminals are leveraging dark web markets, encrypted communication platforms, and decentralized finance to evade detection. These tools, he said, make it nearly impossible for isolated agencies or countries to mount effective responses. Instead, he called for joint investigative frameworks, shared legal tools, and harmonized policy action across nations.
The President made his remarks during the 23rd Commonwealth Heads of Prosecuting Agencies Conference, hosted in Mombasa County. The event brought together legal chiefs and justice experts from across the Commonwealth to discuss how to adapt prosecutorial responses to 21st-century criminal dynamics.
Beyond enforcement, Ruto urged agencies to adopt digital technologies that can streamline court processes, manage evidence more securely, and reduce trial delays. He framed this shift as essential for maintaining public trust in the rule of law in the digital age.
In a world where criminals cross borders with a click, President Ruto’s message from Mombasa rings clear: justice must be just as fast, smart, and connected.
