Luhanga at the INTERPOL’s 93rd General Assembly
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Mr Richard Chakupaleza Chikoko Luhanga has raised Malawi’s profile as he led the Malawi Police Service delegation to the 93rd INTERPOL (International Criminal Police Organization) General Assembly in Marrakech, Morocco.
The Malawi delegation left the country through Kamuzu International Airport in Lilongwe on November 20, and returned home November 29, 2025.
The high-level gathering brought together police leaders from across the world to strengthen cooperation in combating transnational crimes.
The Assembly also witnessed the election of Mr. Lucas Philippe of France as the new INTERPOL President, following a highly competitive contest that showcased the depth and diversity of global policing leadership.
On the sidelines, IGP Luhanga, serving as Chairperson of Southern Africa Regional Police Chiefs Cooperation Organization (SARPCCO) convened a strategic meeting with regional Police Chiefs. He was joined by Professor Kula Theletsane, Director of the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) Organ on Politics, Defence and Security.
Professor Theletsane welcomed Malawi’s IGP into his new role, outlining key activities ahead for SADC.
IGP Luhanga reaffirmed SARPCCO’s commitment to ensuring “no safe havens for criminals” and highlighted the region’s collective strength in dismantling cross-border criminal networks.
He assured member states of Malawi’s readiness to host the upcoming SADC/SARPCCO Annual General Meeting and Technical Organs. The IGP also rallied support for Namibia and South Africa representatives, who were SARPCCO's candidates for top INTERPOL positions.
Apart from the IGP, the Malawi Police delegation included the Director of Criminal Investigations Department, Mr Isaac Norman, Assistant Commissioner of Police, and the Officer incharge for Interpol, Ms Khetase Yiwombe, Assistant Commisioner of Police.