New Ziana -The Zimbabwe government on Friday signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) in a significant move aimed at bolstering national security,
According to the chief director of Immigration, Respect Gono, the agreement seeks to integrate Zimbabwean security systems with Interpol databases, allowing for enhanced surveillance and identification capabilities at borders.
The collaboration is expected to significantly reduce the entry of international criminals into Zimbabwe, thereby making the country a safer destination for both citizens and visitors.
“Our combined efforts in embracing contemporary technology in the form of INTERPOL databases will go a long way in fighting crime in our country, ultimately making Zimbabwe a safe destination,” said Gono.
Highlighting the importance of the collaboration, Gono said, “The sophisticated nature of Transnational Organized Crime such as trafficking, smuggling, fraud, and cybercrimes poses a significant threat to national security. Our enhanced cooperation with INTERPOL will
enable us to effectively counter these threats.”
Director of the Criminal Investigation Department of the Zimbabwe Republic Police, Chrispen Charumbira, said the new system will provide direct access to vital information on wanted persons, missing persons, stolen or lost passports, and stolen motor vehicles.
“This will be facilitated through INTERPOL’s secure global communication
system, which offers real-time data sharing capabilities,” he said.
“I would like to reiterate that our combined efforts in the embracing of contemporary technology in the form of Interpol databases will go a long way in fighting crime in our country, which will ultimately make Zimbabwe a safe destination.”
The partnership also aligns with Zimbabwe’s National Migration Policy, which focuses on secure borders, inter-state and regional cooperation, as well as the modernization of border management systems.
By leveraging INTERPOL’s advanced applications, including Advance Passenger Information and Passenger Name Record, Zimbabwe aims to identify potential security threats more effectively and ensure a crime-free environment.
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