Rwanda National Police in the Southern Province has urged employees of private security companies to uphold integrity, discipline and professionalism while avoiding misconduct that could undermine public security and erode public trust.
The message was delivered by the Police spokesperson in the Southern Province, CIP Hassan Kamanzi, on Friday during a training session aimed at equipping private security personnel with skills in fire prevention, firefighting and crime prevention. He said, “Private security personnel should be characterized by integrity, respect for the law, and avoidance of conduct that may undermine public security.”
Police Emphasise Cooperation in Crime Prevention
The Police Commander in Huye District, SPA Habimana, urged participants to apply the knowledge they acquired during the training to improve their performance and contribute to community safety.
He said, “It is important for security personnel to work closely with citizens, provide information in a timely manner, and play a role in preventing crime and other activities that may threaten security.” The training also focused on fire prevention and firefighting to help security personnel respond effectively to emergencies.
Training Covers Fire Prevention and Response
CIP A. Murwanashyaka, who serves in the Rwanda National Police department responsible for firefighting, fire prevention and rescue operations, taught participants about different types of fires, their causes, consequences and prevention measures.
He said, “Understanding the causes of fires and how to prevent them is essential for protecting lives and property. Security personnel should remain vigilant and know how to respond in the event of a fire.” The sessions were designed to strengthen participants’ ability to identify potential risks, prevent incidents and respond appropriately when emergencies occur.
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Participants Welcome the Training
Some participants said the training had improved their understanding of their responsibilities and would help them perform their duties more effectively. Alexis Uwingabiye, an employee of ISCO Security, said the training had helped him better understand the professional conduct expected of security personnel. He said, “This training has increased our knowledge of proper workplace conduct, and we will apply what we learned to better fulfill our responsibilities.”
Moise Niyomugabo, who works for RGL Security, said he had gained knowledge about risk prevention and the importance of reporting information promptly. He said, “I gained knowledge that will help me identify potential risks, prevent them, and provide timely information whenever I notice something that could threaten security.”
Claudette Uwizeyimana, an employee of Royal Security, said the fire prevention training would help security personnel improve their ability to protect lives and property. The training is intended to strengthen the knowledge and skills of private security personnel, promote professional values and improve their contribution to protecting people and their property.
