Are Southern Africa’s borders effective enough? Are they ready for 2010? And are they controlled?

(2007-03-26)

The protection of borders in Southern Africa and beyond is now, more than ever, of paramount importance. As South Africa and its neighbouring countries prepare to safeguard their tourists and citizens ahead of the 2010 World Cup, cross-border crime, human trafficking and illegal smuggling of goods remains at an all-time high. Fraud and corruption at the border posts and in Government Departments fuels this problem. Added to this, increased trade and tourism between African countries necessitates improved border infrastructure, bigger investments in identification and tracking technology and a heightened focus on border security and control.

The question lies, what is being done to increase stability and security at these Borders? Research conducted by IQPC indicates that there is a desperate need for collaboration amongst stakeholders and the building of partnerships between organisations involved in border security, infrastructure and management is critical.

BORDER CONTROL AFRICA 2007 brings together leading border control authorities from around the world in order to seek solutions to the global concerns of ineffective and uncontrolled borders, specifically focusing on Southern Africa and its unique challenges.

BORDER CONTROL AFRICA unites representatives from Government, Law Enforcement Agencies, Embassies as well as international and non-governmental organisations. It provides an opportunity for detailed discussion of effective border control methods.

The event will provide an informed look at the current and future needs of enhance the sustainability of border control. Attend this event and gain insights into the key issues emanating from current research concerning the development, investigation, training and the implementation of new technology for both law enforcement and civilian applications.

If you are involved in law enforcement, Government, research or border control related operations, you cannot afford to miss this event – take advantage of our early bird discount by booking early. Your attendance at this Southern African event is crucial.

Join DefenceIQ and well respected speakers on the 21, 22, 23 May 2007 at the CSIR Convention Centre, Pretoria, Johannesburg – South Africa. If you are unable to join us feel free to download the full programme agenda to remain informed!

For more information visit Defence IQ or e-mail us at info@iqpc.co.za