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STATEMENT ON THE ABUSE OF TRAFFIC CHECK POINTS, PATROLS AND ROAD BLOCKS BY THE ZAMBIA POLICE SERVICE OFFICERS BY HON. STEPHEN KAMPYONGO, MP MINISTER OF HOME AFFAIRS
2ND NOVEMBER, 2018
Good afternoon member of the Press, Ladies and Gentlemen.
The Ministry of Home Affair has for some time now been receiving numerous complaints from members of the public regarding the conduct of some traffic officers in the Zambia Police Service. As Minister responsible for internal security and law enforcement, I am extremely concerned with the deterioration in levels of discipline in some officers of Zambia Police Service in general and in the Traffic Section, in particular.
While Traffic Check Points, Patrols and Road Blocks are essential tools of law enforcement, it is evident that some traffic officers in the Zambia Police Service are abusing them. This state of affairs cannot be condoned nor allowed to continue. It has therefore become necessary to re-asses the operations of these traffic Check Points Patrols and Road Blocks.
This Press Briefing has, therefore, been called to inform the nation on measures being taken by Government to address these concerns.
To this effect my Ministry has put in place following measures:
Ladies and Gentlemen, the measures outlined above come into effect immediately, except for those that require further administrative arrangement and/or consultations prior to being affected. Security personnel under the ministry are hence-forth expected to demonstrate the highest possible levels of integrity in the execution of their duties and indeed in their daily lives, including when they are off duty.
Let me also take this opportunity to warn members of the public to desist from engaging in corrupt activities as the relevant provisions of the law will be applied on them.
Ladies and Gentlemen, we look forward to working together and ensure that the measures outlined above are adhered to by our officers in the rank and file of our Security Institutions and in the Zambia Police Service in particular.
Thank you for your attention, May God Bless Us All and our Beautiful Country, Zambia.
ul Country, Zambia.
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Inspector General of the Zambia Police, Mr. Kakoma Kanganja who is Southern African Regional for Police Chiefs Cooperation Organization (SARPCCO) incoming Chairperson has called for enhanced coordination and collaboration within SARPCCO and other organisations who share in the mandate and responsibility of fighting transnational and organized crime.
Mr Kanganja said Trafficking in persons and People smuggling was a new face of criminality where human beings were pasted with a price tag. He said criminals were utilizing the technological advancements in perpetration under cover criminal activities where all the transactions were being done in the dark web through cybercrime.
He said this during the 23rd Annual General meeting for SADC / SARPCCO Police Chiefs meeting after receiving a sword of honour at a colorful handover ceremony held in Luanda, Angola recently
“It is in the face of such challenges that I appeal for your continued support in ensuring that together we row the ship in the same direction for it is always said that there is strength in numbers,” he said.
He emphasised the importance of monitoring and evaluation of all collective efforts in training, workshops and simultaneous joint operations as this was vital in assessing the impact of SARPCCO efforts and pointing out areas requiring more attention.
“I once again pledge my commitment to serving you in steering the organisation by attending regional, continental and international fora tapping good practices, sourcing cooperating partners to support our efforts among other initiatives,” he said.
He thanked the outgoing Chairperson and Commissioner General of the Angola National Police, Mr Alfredo Eduardo Manuel Mingas for the excellent execution of his duties during his tenure of office and further thanked the Police Chiefs in the region for remaining resolute to the continued vision of keeping SARPCCO flag high despite the current economic challenges affecting the world at large.
Speaking when he graced the event, Angolan Interior Minister, Angelo De Veigas Tavares said the region was grappling with cross border criminal activities among them trafficking in Human beings, Cyber crime and proliferation of small and light weapons.
He urged all SARPCCO member countries to work together in finding tangible solutions to fight these crimes which had potential to destabilize the security of the region.
And Interpol Secretary General, Dr Jurgen Stock said there was need to tighten policing networks throughout the continent of Africa by enhancing response to transnational crimes.
Dr. Stock said Interpol was ready to assist Interpol National Central Bureaus (NCBs) for individual countries with latest equipment in policing so as to enhance their operations.
He said policing in the region requires steadfast support among member countries and pledged Interpol’s commitment to assisting SARPCCO/SADC member countries in capacity building so as to enhance capabilities in investigations, operations and service delivery at the frontline of policing for tangible results.
“Interpol is committed to supporting all law enforcement agencies in the Southern region and this will be done through provision of modern equipment and training in critical areas of enforcement,” he said.
And outgoing SARPCO Chairperson who is Angola National Police Commissioner General Alfredo Edwardo Manuel Mingas Panda pledged to work closely with the incoming Chairperson in finding strategies and solutions to the problems of crime in the region.
The meeting was attended by seven Police Chiefs from the SADC/SARPCCO region, SADC Director of the Organ, Dr. Jorge Cardoso among many other dignitaries.
Zambia has taken over Chairmanship of SARPCCO for the next one year taking over from Angola.
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By Timothy Malumo
Republican President, His Excellency Edgar Chagwa Lungu has appointed Mr Bonny Kapeso as Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Operations.
Mr Kapeso was until his elevation Southern Province Commissioner of Police and has since replaced Mr Malcom Mulenga whose contract expired.
Meanwhile, President Lungu who is Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces has also appointed, Mr Diamond Likashi to the position of Commissioner of Police for Southern Province.
Mr Likashi who was Deputy Commissioner of Police and Commanding Officer for Tazara, has since been sworn-in together with Mr Kapeso.
Taking over from Mr Likashi at Tazara is Ms Elizabeth Kanjela who was Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police and has now been promoted to the rank of Deputy Commissioner of Police.
Ms Kanjela was until her promotion Deputy Director Training based at Police Headquarters.
Durin the Swearing in ceremony of Mr Kapeso and Mr. Likashi, President Lungu called on all Police Officers to desist from befriending criminals.
“Stay away from criminals, you are law enforcers hence you are urged to provide leadership called for selflessness and humility to appreciate the challenges of the people you are leading. Therefore do not ignore the concerns of your subordinates,” Mr Lungu said.
SuperStar Boost SB ShoesInterpol Regional Bureau/SARPCCO Head Mr. Mubita Nawa handing over the SARPCCO file to the new Chairperson Mr. Kakoma Kanganja at Police Headquarters in Lusaka today-Pictures by Timothy Malumo
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143 ILLEGAL WEAPONS DESTROYED
By Janet Kasonde and Mwape Kasote
Zambia Police Service has retrieved a total of 143 firearms from members of the public during the African Union Amnesty month programme. The weapons were collected through the amnesty programme, obsolete stockpiles as well as recoveries from crime situations.
Acting Home Affairs Minister Given Lubinda who is also Justice Minister Called upon members of the public to surrender unlicensed and illicit firearms to the Zambia Police Service and other law enforcement agencies.
The Minister said that in accordance with the Africa Amnesty Month people who surrender illicit arms voluntarily will not be charged, questioned or arrested instead they will receive K500 token of appreciation. “Take advantage of this amnesty period to surrender illicit weapons so that you are not found in conflict with the law”, said Lubinda.
The Minister was speaking during the symbolic destruction of surrendered weapons at Police Service Headquarters in Lusaka where he announced that the government had extended the amnesty period for another 30 days from the end of September to 31st October, 2018.
He said that the Zambia Police Service and other law enforcement officers will continue to confiscate illegal weapons and firearms from members of the public which are likely to be used in criminal activities. He further stated that events such as this were not only important to Zambia but also the African Union member states who are committed to eliminating the proliferation of illicit weapons and firearms on the continent by 2020.
Meanwhile Acting Head of Defence and Security Division Africa Union Ms. Einas Mohammed said the destruction of illegal firearms is a testimony that Zambia is committed to ending violence in the region. She said the Africa Union in 2017 declared the month of September of every year as Africa Amnesty month in which members of the public are asked to surrender illegal firearms to the Police and other law enforcement agencies so that communities are safe and secure.
And Inspector General of Police Mr. Kakoma Kanganja assured members of the public that no one would be arrested for surrendering the illegal firearms to any Police station or Post.
“Therefore all those with firearms that belonged to deceased relatives and family members are advised to engage Police in respective localities where they may be required to deposit the firearms,” he said.
Mr. Kanganja said the Zambia Police wants to see that communities are safe and secure for social and economic development by ensuring that all illegal firearms were destroyed.
He observed that control of small arms and light weapons is important as it will prevent arms from landing into wrong hands mostly criminals who pose a danger to peace in the country.
He warned all those who will not surrender illegal weapons that they risk being prosecuted as doing so constitutes a serious criminal offence.
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