Information and intelligence are often referred to as the “lifeblood” of law enforcement. They are crucial to ensure successful investigations and, ultimately, to contribute to safety and security. As such, the UNODC-WCO Container Control Programme (CCP) continued with its series of information and intelligence training for frontline officers in East Africa.
From 28 March to 1 April 2022, UNODC experts delivered training on “Introduction to Information Management Principles” to 10 women and 10 men officers from various border control and law enforcement agencies (i.e., customs, police, wildlife authorities, and drug control authorities) working with the CCP.
Participants from Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania gathered in Kampala, Uganda for five days to enhance their knowledge of foundational elements of information and intelligence principles. Participants were highly motivated and engaged, fostering not only inter-agency cooperation but also regional connections to support their work. All participants reported an increased level of knowledge and skills following the training.
The activity was generously supported by the United Nations Development Programme under a project focused on reducing illicit maritime trafficking.
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Since 2004, the UNODC-WCO Container Control Programme has established specialized units at strategic seaports, dry ports and airports in more than 70 countries worldwide. The Programme assists national authorities in increasing their capacities to detect, interdict and investigate cases of illicit trafficking in the containerized trade supply chain. In Eastern and Southern Africa, CCP is implemented in Angola, Kenya, Mozambique, Namibia, Tanzania and Uganda, and will soon commence activities in Djibouti, Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles, as well as other countries in the region.
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