The AGM brings together Chiefs of Police from 14 EAPCCO member countries to discuss key issues related to deepening cross-border cooperation to combat emerging security threats. It serves as a platform for enhancing regional security by addressing common challenges, sharing intelligence, and building capacity among its member states.

It will be held under the theme: “Strengthening regional law enforcement cooperation to counter terrorism, transnational, organized, and emerging crimes,” tailored on the growing need for countries to work together in tackling increasingly sophisticated and cross-border criminal activities.

The AGM key events include the meeting of Chiefs of Police—a supreme decision-making authority of EAPCCO—Council of Ministers, and sideline meetings that include the Permanent Co-Coordinating Committee (PCC) composed of directors of Criminal Investigations and Heads of National Central Bureaus (NCB).

Other sideline subcommittee meetings include those on legal, training, cybercrime, gender and counter-terrorism. Each session provides a unique opportunity to share experiences, review progress, and discuss new ways to address challenges facing the region.

During the AGM, there is always change of chairmanship to the Chief of Police of the host country.

The 26th EAPCCO AGM

• The 26th EAPCCO AGM will focus on ensuring that the region is kept abreast of the prevailing crime trends specifically in as far as transnational organized crime is concerned;

• Assess the implementation of the previous resolutions of the Council of Police Chiefs, identify challenges related to the implementation process and consider appropriate measures to address the difficulties;

• Approve recommendations from the Sub-committees and the EAPCCO Permanent Secretariat, develop resolutions, and other strategies to improve cooperation in fighting Transnational Organized Crime and capacity building.

• Share experiences and good practices;

• Other initiatives that strengthens law enforcement cooperation between member countries and partners.

The AGM is more than just a meeting; it’s a testament to the commitment of Eastern Africa countries to work together to address security challenges that affect the region.

The resolutions and recommendations from this year’s AGM will not only enhance the operational capacities of law enforcement agencies but also reinforce the spirit of collaboration that is essential for maintaining peace and stability in the region.

The outcomes of the Kigali meeting are expected to set a strong foundation for future initiatives, ensuring that EAPCCO remains at the forefront of regional efforts to build a safer and more secure Eastern Africa. Through continued cooperation and innovation, the region is self-confident to tackle even the most complex security challenges, creating a brighter future for its citizens.

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