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The Rwanda National Police (RNP) and Zambia Police Service have renewed their cooperation agreement to strengthen collaboration in information sharing, crime prevention, capacity building and peace support operations.
The renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on Monday, November 9, at the Police General Headquarters in Kacyiru, following bilateral talks between the Inspector General of Police (IGP), CG Felix Namuhoranye, and his Zambian counterpart, Inspector General Graphel Musamba, who is visiting Rwanda with a delegation.
The agreement provides for enhanced information sharing and exchange of expertise in preventing and combating crime, building the capacity of both institutions in peace support operations, and other initiatives aimed at strengthening their ability to maintain security.
IGP Namuhoranye said the visit and previous engagements between the two institutions demonstrate their commitment to strengthening the longstanding partnership.
"Rwanda National Police and Zambia Police Service have a long history of cooperation in different areas of security management. This visit provides another opportunity to strengthen our relationship and explore further avenues for expanding our cooperation," he said.
He emphasised the importance of practical collaboration in building institutional capacity and strengthening joint efforts to address emerging security challenges.
IGP Namuhoranye noted that the partnership is founded on strong relations established by the leadership of both countries, which have enabled the two Police institutions to work together in implementing mutually beneficial initiatives.
"This is an important opportunity to reflect together and establish strategies that will guide us in strengthening security for the future of our two countries," he said.
He reaffirmed RNP's commitment to sustaining the partnership and working with Zambia Police Service in addressing evolving security challenges.
In his remarks, Inspector General Musamba said the primary objective of the visit was to gain knowledge and experience in preparing police contingents for peace support operations.
He expressed appreciation for the opportunity to visit Rwanda National Police, noting that the institution's achievements are evident in its operational practices and the equipment used in maintaining security.
During their five-day visit, the Zambian delegation is scheduled to tour several police training institutions, including the National Police College (NPC) in Musanze District, the Police Training School (PTS) in Rwamagana District, and the Counter-Terrorism Training Centre (CTTC) in Mayange, Bugesera District.
The delegation will also visit various RNP units and departments, including the Peace Support Operations (PSO) Department, the Command and Coordination Centre (CCC) Department, and the Testing and Licensing (TL) Department.
Rwanda National Police and Zambia Police Service first signed a cooperation agreement in 2015 to strengthen collaboration in various areas, including training, information sharing, counterterrorism and combating transnational crimes.
