Why cybercrime and human trafficking are becoming increasingly connected in West Africa
Cybercrime and human trafficking are increasingly linked across West Africa. Here's why investigators say digital crime is reshaping organised criminal networks.
Organised Crime
Ghana CID arrests 11 in Tema cybercrime probe as trafficking investigation widens
Ghana's CID has arrested 11 suspects in Tema during a cybercrime investigation that police say uncovered suspected human trafficking networks. Here's what investigators revealed.
Ghana Police Arrest 44 as Ashanti Drug Network Allegedly Targeting University Students Is Dismantled
Ghana Police say 44 suspects have been arrested after dismantling an alleged drug distribution network targeting university students in the Ashanti Region.
Police arrest 13 suspects in major Kumasi anti-drug operation
The Ghana Police Service says 13 suspects have been arrested and large quantities of suspected narcotic substances seized during coordinated intelligence-led operations across Kumasi. Investigations remain ongoing as officers seek to identify others linked to the alleged distribution network. KUMASI,…
South Africa Police Inquiry Hears Corruption, Drug Raid and Crime Syndicate Allegations
An interim report highlights claims involving senior South African police officers, disputed gifts and alleged failures in major cocaine investigations JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — A high-profile judicial inquiry examining allegations of corruption and organised crime links within South Africa’s police…
Ghana Police Arrest 74 in Upper East Anti-Drug and Violent Crime Operations
The Ghana Police Service says 74 suspects have been arrested in intelligence-led operations targeting narcotics trafficking and violent crime in Ghana’s Upper East Region as authorities intensify border security efforts amid growing concerns over organised crime networks operating across West…
