Police Acquire Digital Skills to Combat Cybercrime

By Patricia Banda

Inspector General of Police GRAPHEL MUSAMBA says training police officers in digital forensics will strengthen the Zambia Police Service’s capacity to investigate and combat cyber-related crimes.

Mr. MUSAMBA says the training is timely as the country continues to face emerging cyber threats, including digital theft and other technology-related offences.

He was speaking in Lusaka at the Information and Communications University, where he officiated at the graduation ceremony of 15 Zambia Police officers who completed the first cohort of digital forensics training.

The Police Chief said the skills acquired would enhance investigations and improve the Police Service’s capacity to gather and analyse digital evidence.

Mr. MUSAMBA disclosed that on 21st April this year, the University donated digital forensic software to the Zambia Police Service following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening the institution’s capacity to investigate digital crimes.

He urged the graduating officers to uphold professionalism and apply the knowledge acquired responsibly in the execution of their duties.

Meanwhile, Information and Communications University Vice-Chancellor, Professor SERAH MBELWA, said the knowledge and skills acquired by the officers are essential in addressing the growing use of technology in criminal activities.