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A delegation from The Gambia’s Ministry of Transport, Works and Infrastructure and related institutions on Wednesday, August 26, visited the Rwanda National Police (RNP) General Headquarters in Kacyiru to learn from Rwanda’s experience in traffic management, road safety and technology-enabled services.
Led by Deputy Permanent Secretary Ebrima Colley, the delegation was received by Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIGP) in charge of Administration and Personnel, DCG Jeanne Chantal Ujeneza.
The study visit focused on traffic law enforcement, road safety management, motor vehicle technical inspection, driver testing and licensing, as well as the use of technology to improve traffic management and public transport services.
Welcoming the delegation, DCG Ujeneza said the visit provides an opportunity for both sides to exchange experiences and identify approaches that can contribute to safer and more efficient road transport systems.
“While you are here to benchmark Rwanda’s experience, we are equally interested in learning from your experiences and approaches in The Gambia. Sharing our respective experiences can contribute to improving traffic management and road safety within our institutions and, more broadly, across our countries,” she said.
She highlighted the role of technology in strengthening law enforcement and public service delivery, noting that digital systems can reduce unnecessary human interaction, minimise errors, save time and enhance efficiency and transparency
“Human involvement in service delivery can sometimes result in errors. The integration of technology therefore makes work easier and more efficient, helping us to achieve our objectives through evidence-based processes, quality service delivery and greater transparency,” she said.
DCG Ujeneza also highlighted the importance of involving communities in promoting road safety through public awareness and education on traffic laws and regulations.
Deputy Permanent Secretary Colley said the delegation chose Rwanda because of the progress the country has made in traffic management and road safety, adding that the experience would inform efforts to strengthen transport policies in The Gambia.
“We have seen your track record and what you have been able to achieve over this period. That is why we felt it was fitting for us to come to Rwanda and learn from you, put all of it together and come up with a policy that we can all be proud of,” he said.
The delegation visited the RNP Traffic and Road Safety Department and is scheduled to engage with other departments and facilities involved in road safety, including the Motor Vehicle Technical Inspection and Testing and Licensing departments.
