The Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries training attended by those involved in Fisheries Management, Fisheries Law Enforcement, Scientists & Fishermen kicked off in Walvis Bay with an over subscribed class #MyUNAM Mandela University FishFORCE

FishFORCE in partnership with SADC Secretariat IPMU of the SADC (MCSCC), introduced a capacity building programme to address deficient enforcement capacities and issues of corruption in the fisheries sector of the SADC region, 30 October - 3 November 2023.

The oceans is a lifeline for 🇳🇴. The Blue Economy has tremendous potential for 🇿🇦 as well. Sustaianable management is key. Illegal fishing is a scourge. We are proud to partner with Law@NelsonMandelaUni to stop it. Great meeting today with Acting Vice Chancellor Andre Keet🇳🇴🇿🇦Nærings&fiskeridep

FishFORCE is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a Phase 2 contract by the Norway MFA for 3.5 years, effective from 1 July 2023. Below are some images from the visit by the Norwegian Ambassador & his delegation at Mandela University

FishFORCE hosted a Judicial Dialogue on Tuesday, 26 March 2024. The objectives of the dialogue were: A. To highlight the nature and extent of harvesting illegal marine living resources and organised crime & B. To discuss applicable legislation and adjudication strategies.

Crime Scene Management & Documentation training that took place 8 - 12 April 2024 at the Wildlife Forensic Academy, Buffelsfontein Wildlife Reserve. The training was facilitated by Ms Petro van der Westhuizen & Advs, Phil Snijman & Mongezi Nqoro.

Basic Crime Scene Photography for Law Enforcement (SAPS)Officials Workshop facilitated by Ms Petro van der Westhuizen & Adv. Phil Snijman in Paarl, 13 - 17 May 2024. The workshop is to determine the value & relevance of basic photography of crime scenes/inspections.

Our Chief Operating Officer, Mr Michael de Lange attending the 2nd Meeting of the SADC Secretariat #MCSCC Operational Task Force in Maputo, Mozambique, 17-18 June 2024.

The FishFORCE Academy in partnership with the International Labour Organisation (ILO) hosting the Train the Trainer Workshop on Addressing Forced Labour on Board Fishing Vessels, 26 - 28 June 2024 at Nelson Mandela University Business School.

SADC's #MCSCC Board of Directors meets today in 🇿🇦, the 2nd time since starting duty in June. This is the 1st BoD official meeting, with key decisions to be made for the governance & operations of the MCSCC. Another major step forward for regional cooperation against #IUUfishing.

Prof. Hennie van As met with Mr Petrit Imeraj, Head of Albania Anti-Corruption in Minostry of Justice to share strategies on combatting corruption and international organised crime. Albania introduced significant measures from which SA can benefit

A capacity building programme to address deficient enforcement capacities & issues of corruption in the fisheries sector of the SADC region. This cross-border training is facilitated by Ms. Petro van der Westhuizen, 21 - 25 October 2024 in Gaborone, Botswana. SADC Secretariat

Director, Hennie van As attended SADC Secretariat #MCSCC BOD 2nd official meeting in 🇿🇦. The Board is tasked with driving the process to operational issues the #MCSCC & ensure the improvement of regional efforts to combat #IUUfishing @sadc

International Anti-Corruption Conference: to address corruption in SA & foster a culture of transparency, integrity & accountability. The keynote speaker was Former Chief Justice Zondo, renowned for his pivotal role in addressing state capture and promoting accountability in SA.

The presentations for the International Anti-Corruption Conference can be accessed by clicking on the link: fishforce.mandela.ac.za/Conferences/In… Mandela University

FishFORCE acknowledging the importance to engage with national police and prosecuting authorities to support the effectiveness of investigations & prosecutions in terms of legislation aimed at addressing organised crime to primarily protect #MLR . #POCAworkshop in GQ

LEPO training for 3 groups of The Border Management Authority SA officials in June & July 2025, ensuring that border guards are well prepared to execute their functions under sections 18-21 of the BMA Act, reinforcing our commitment to professional border security and law enforcement standards.

Case Study Webinar – Responses to Illicit Trade The webinar that will take place on Thursday, 28 August, at 12:00 Swiss time. The webinar Zoom link: rug-nl.zoom.us/.../register/r…

Capacity Building on Fisheries-Related Crimes training in Mozambique. This training was attended by magistrates, criminal investigators and maritime authorities, 11 - 18 November 2025.

Taking of Statements & Report Writing training with SANParks City of Cape Town & Environmentza in Cape Town, 16 - 20 March 2026, sharpening law enforcement skills to combat environmental crimes. When agencies unite, the net closes tighter!