By Sylvester Kumwenda

Dowa, November 2, Mana: The United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) on Friday donated a Toyota Hilux vehicle to Dzaleka Police Unit at Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Dowa, to help in bolstering security at the camp.

Making the donation, UNHCR's Country Representative, Modeste Kouame said lack of resources like transport can jeopardize police work in enhancing security, hence the donation.

"We had seen that the police here faced some challenges including transport which negatively affected their work, hence some recurrences of crime in this area.

"But with this vehicle, we believe it will aid police movement and patrols for both day and night and help curb crime," he said.

Kouame urged Dowa police officers to execute their duties with diligence and dedication.

He reaffirmed UNHCR's commitment to help in improving security at the camp and surrounding areas, but called on community members to be law abiding citizens.

In her remarks, Superintendent Gladys Chiwaula representing Dowa Police Officer In- Charge expressed gratitude for the donation but called for greater collaboration in fighting crime.

"Fighting crime is not a one man's job, it involves all of us. That is why we are urging for collaboration with stakeholders, community policing, and also members of the community, because if we work as one, we can achieve more," she said.

Dzaleka Chief Security Officer, Serial Ghambi thanked UNHCR for the donation saying amongst many things, it would facilitate more effective patrols.

In June 2024, UNHCR also donated three motorcycles and two desktop computers to Dowa Police Station.