The African Union Mechanism for Police Cooperation (AFRIPOL), in partnership with the German Federal Police (GFP), successfully hosted a Capacity Building Workshop from February 27 to 29, 2024, in Tunis, Tunisia.

The workshop focused on introducing and implementing smartphone technology within the police departments of African Union member states. More than seventy (70) experts and police officers coming from thirty seven (37) AU countries have benefited from this training. It should be noted that the event emerged as a vibrant forum for the exchange of ideas around the innovative practices that will be useful for the law enforcements officials in their operations to combat all forms of crimes.

Against the backdrop of a growing imperative for sophisticated technological solutions in security protocols, the workshop aimed to equip law enforcement personnel throughout the continent with the essential skills and tools to address the complex dynamics of contemporary crime.

Additionally, the workshop offered a prime opportunity for building and strengthening networks of cooperation, setting the stage for a more integrated and effective strategy in the fight against organized crime and terrorism throughout Africa.

For further information:

AFRIPOL

afripol@africa-union.org 

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AFRIPOL, Algiers, Algeria

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