MANZINI – Thirty-four police officers have graduated with diplomas in Police Science as the police service seeks to strengthen its response to emerging crimes, including cybercrime.
National Commissioner of Police Vusi Masango said the partnership between the University of Eswatini (UNESWA) and the Eswatini Police Academy would equip officers with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle the changing criminal landscape.
He was speaking during UNESWA’s 44th graduation ceremony at Kwaluseni Campus on Saturday, where the 34 officers graduated following joint training by the university and the police academy. Masango said technological advancements had created new challenges for law enforcement agencies, making it necessary for officers to acquire specialised knowledge to keep pace with evolving criminal activities.
He noted that criminals are finding new ways to commit offences as technology advanced, requiring the police to strengthen their capabilities beyond traditional policing methods.
The National Commissioner thanked UNESWA for partnering with the Royal Eswatini Police Service (REPS), saying the collaboration was an important step towards developing a more professionally equipped police service.
He said the police service hoped to expand the partnership through additional academic programmes addressing other areas of crime and policing.
Masango added that further training opportunities would also support officers’ personal development and career advancement.
The 34 officers received their diplomas through a joint programme involving UNESWA’s Faculty of Social Sciences and the Eswatini Police Academy.
The partnership highlights the role of higher education in developing specialised skills among professionals working in sectors that require continuous training to address emerging challenges.
