The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has given DCI seven days to investigate and submit a full report on alleged child sex trafficking in Maai Mahiu for review and possible prosecution.

The directive follows a BBC documentary titled “Madam: Exposing Kenya’s Child Sex Trade," which highlights shocking allegations of sexual exploitation involving minors.

According to the ODPP, the claims represent serious breaches of children’s rights and potentially amount to grave criminal offences under Kenyan law.

The documentary sheds light on the predatory abuse faced by children in the region, allegedly facilitated by criminal networks operating with impunity.

In response to the revelations, the Director of Public Prosecutions, pursuant to Article 157(4) of the Constitution, has directed the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to launch an urgent and exhaustive probe into the matter.

The DCI has been ordered to submit a comprehensive investigation report within seven days for review and possible prosecution.

"Given the seriousness of the claims presented, the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP), pursuant to Article 157(4) of the Constitution, has directed the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to immediately undertake a thorough and comprehensive investigation and submit the resulting investigation file to the ODPP within seven (7) days for review and appropriate prosecutorial action," said the ODPP.

The ODPP reaffirmed its constitutional obligation to prosecute all offences, especially those involving crimes against children and human rights violations.

Article 53 of the Kenyan Constitution guarantees every child the right to protection from abuse, neglect, harmful cultural practices, and all forms of violence and exploitation. The office emphasized that it would act decisively to ensure justice is served and perpetrators held accountable.

“The content of this documentary has understandably triggered widespread concern,” read part of the statement issued by the ODPP’s Public Affairs and Corporate Communications office on August 7, 2025.

“The allegations point to serious violations of children’s rights and may amount to grave criminal offences under Kenyan law.”

The ODPP stated it remains fully committed to fulfilling its mandate in line with the law, the public interest, and the pursuit of justice.

It further assured the public of its resolve to protect the most vulnerable, especially children, and called on anyone with relevant information to cooperate with authorities.

This investigation marks a critical step toward dismantling child trafficking networks and addressing systemic failures in the protection of minors across the country.