Top cops gather to find solutions to fight organised crime, terrorism, other threats

THE 27th Interpol African Regional Conference kicked off in Cape Town in the Western Cape yesterday morning with a focus on commitment to regional and international cooperation in combating transnational organised crime, terrorism, and other emerging security threats.

- XOLILE MTEMBU

National commissioner of police Fannie Masemola opened by saying that Africa should build institutions to fight crime and collaborate to neutralise threats before they destroy progress.

“We gather today not merely as representatives of our respective countries, but as partners bound by a shared responsibility, to confront the complex and evolving challenges of transnational crime that undermine peace, prosperity and the rule of law across our beloved continent} said Masemola.

He added that the gathering is held at a vital point as transnational organised crime is rapidly expanding globally, including in Africa.

“Whether it is drug trafficking, human trafficking, cybercrime, firearms smuggling, vehicle theft, or illegal mining, these crimes exploit borders, weaken governance, fuel corruption, and destabilise communities.