Rwanda National Police

The training is aimed at uplifting the efficiency and professionalism of security companies in their day-to-day operations, as well as fostering their partnership with Rwanda National police (RNP).

Minister Harerimana told representatives of the security companies that, “RNP has opened all channels for collaboration and you should ensure that you communicate and partner with the police through the provision of timely information, and participating in nationwide campaigns against crimes. This way we shall collectively achieve our goal of maintaining Law and order.”

The training is held under the theme “Synergy to Enhance Professionalism in Private Security Service Providers through Collaboration with RNP.”

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) Emmanuel K. Gasana, took the participants through a course tutorial on the requirement of security operations – and advised them to equip their staff with knowledge about modern challenges to security, which calls for a holistic and collaborative effort in order to tackle them.

“Addressing modern security threats requires a holistic approach between security forces and other players like private security firms and members of the community. You all need to be aware of the rapidly changing environment in the security regime and pursue a collective strategy to overcome  the threats to security,” he said.

IGP Gasana added that; “Therefore, the qualities of a good security firm include; having guards, who are knowledgeable, physically fit, have value for human life, understanding rights and responsibilities who  respect their duties and also have the ability to lead and follow.”