Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is set to preside over the handover of the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) Certificate to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Forensic Evidence Management Unit (FEMU), in a move expected to strengthen Kenya's forensic investigation capabilities.

Murkomen is also expected to officially launch the Multi-Biometric Identification System (MBIS) – ABIS Version 5, as the government continues to advance its police modernisation programme through the adoption of technology and scientific approaches to criminal investigations.

The event, to be held at the DCI Headquarters, is expected to mark a significant milestone in efforts to enhance the capacity of law enforcement agencies to manage forensic evidence and utilise advanced biometric technology in criminal investigations.

The accreditation of FEMU by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) is expected to strengthen confidence in the unit's forensic evidence management processes and its adherence to recognised professional and technical standards.

Forensic evidence plays a crucial role in modern criminal investigations, helping investigators establish links between suspects, victims and crime scenes while providing scientific information that can support cases brought before the courts.

The accreditation is therefore expected to enhance the credibility of Kenya's forensic investigation processes and strengthen the integrity of evidence throughout the criminal justice chain.

During the event, Murkomen is also expected to launch the upgraded MBIS – ABIS Version 5, a modern biometric identification platform designed to enhance the ability of investigators to identify individuals using biometric data.

The system is expected to strengthen the DCI's investigative capabilities by improving the processing and analysis of biometric information and supporting more efficient identification during criminal investigations.

The launch comes at a time when law enforcement agencies globally are increasingly relying on technology, forensic science and biometric intelligence to tackle sophisticated and evolving forms of crime.

The government has been pursuing the modernisation of the National Police Service and its investigative agencies, with technology playing an increasingly important role in improving efficiency, accuracy and evidence-based policing.

The accreditation of FEMU and the launch of the upgraded biometric system are expected to contribute to these efforts by strengthening both the scientific and technological pillars of criminal investigations.

Murkomen's presence at the DCI Headquarters is expected to underscore the government's commitment to equipping security agencies with modern tools and systems to enhance their ability to prevent and investigate crime.

The Interior CS is expected to emphasise the importance of embracing innovation and technology in strengthening the country's security architecture and improving the delivery of justice.

The developments are also expected to enhance collaboration between investigators, forensic experts and other stakeholders in the criminal justice system.

As Kenya continues to modernise its policing and investigative infrastructure, the accreditation of FEMU and the introduction of MBIS – ABIS Version 5 are likely to mark an important step towards a more technologically advanced and scientifically driven approach to criminal investigations.

The event is expected to highlight the government's broader commitment to strengthening forensic science, improving evidence management and enhancing the use of biometric technology in law enforcement.

Meanwhile, the introduction of the upgraded biometric identification platform is expected to provide investigators with additional technological capabilities in identifying persons of interest and supporting ongoing investigations.

The development is also likely to contribute to efforts to address challenges associated with the identification of suspects and persons whose identities may be unknown during investigations.

The DCI has increasingly invested in technology as part of broader reforms aimed at improving policing and investigative services.

The modernisation programme is expected to continue focusing on strengthening forensic science, digital investigations, intelligence gathering and data-driven policing.

The latest milestone comes at a time when technology is playing an increasingly central role in law enforcement, with police agencies relying on advanced systems to analyse information, identify suspects and build stronger cases.

The accreditation of the Forensic Evidence Management Unit and the launch of MBIS – ABIS Version 5 are therefore being seen as significant developments in Kenya's ongoing efforts to build a modern, professional and technologically advanced investigative service.

The DCI leadership said the developments represent more than technological upgrades, describing them as an important step towards strengthening the country's criminal investigation infrastructure.

The agency is expected to continue expanding the use of technology and scientific methods as part of its efforts to improve service delivery and enhance the fight against crime.

The accreditation and launch are also expected to boost confidence in Kenya's forensic investigation capabilities, particularly by promoting adherence to recognised standards in the handling and management of evidence.

As the country continues to modernise its security sector, the latest developments at the DCI highlight the growing importance of technology, forensic science and biometric intelligence in the future of policing.

The launch of MBIS – ABIS Version 5, coupled with the accreditation of FEMU, now places Kenya's investigative technology and forensic evidence management at the centre of the country's police modernisation agenda.

The milestone signals a new era in Kenya's fight against crime—where forensic science, biometric intelligence and technology take a central role in delivering faster, more accurate and evidence-driven investigations.