Conservation officers from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA) are undergoing specialised training on criminal justice as part of efforts to strengthen law enforcement and promote professional conduct in the protection of Tanzania’s natural and cultural resources.
The five-day training, running from August 31 to September 4, 2026, in Mwanza, brings together conservation officers and experts to address criminal justice, mental health, protocol, investment, leadership and discipline.
The programme is being coordinated by the NCAA’s Administration and Human Resources Department and is intended to equip officers with skills needed to effectively perform their duties while operating within the law.
Opening the training, NCAA Conservation Force Adviser Colonel Fikiri Machibya urged officers to maintain discipline and uphold human dignity when dealing with members of the public.
He said conservation officers have a responsibility to protect national resources, including wildlife, forests and cultural heritage, while ensuring their actions comply with laws, regulations and established procedures.
“Conservation officers must protect the country’s resources while respecting the law and the dignity of every citizen,” Colonel Machibya said.
The training also provides officers with an opportunity to reflect on their working environment, strengthen motivation and improve cooperation and accountability in the execution of their daily responsibilities.
The initiative comes as conservation authorities continue to emphasise professional and lawful enforcement as a key component of protecting Tanzania’s wildlife and other natural resources.