The Africa Prosecutors Association (APA) has appointed the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP Renson Ingonga as the President.
The DPP was elected during the APA’s 17th Annual Conference and General Meeting in Marrakech, Morocco.
In a statement on Thursday, the ODPP asserted that the prestigious role signifies Kenya’s prominent role in advancing justice and legal standards across the continent.
In his acceptance speech, Igonga pledged to carry the responsibility bestowed on him faithfully, even as he reiterated the cardinal role played by prosecutors.
“I am humbled and excited not only about this role, but also the responsibility that comes with it. Prosecutors play a crucial role in ensuring justice is served fairly, ethically, and firmly. I look forward to working closely with my colleagues across Africa to uphold these principles,” said Igonga.
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He succeeds Egyptian Prosecutor Mohamed Shawqi Ayyad in the role of APA President.
His immediate duties include presiding over all association meetings and leading the Executive Committee in advancing the APA’s strategic objectives.
The APA was established in 2003 and serves as a platform for fostering collaboration, enhancing capacity, and promoting best practices among prosecutors from diverse African nations.
