SomapaIT proudly served as the Platinum Sponsor of Border Security Week (BSW) East Africa

SomapaIT proudly served as the Platinum Sponsor of Border Security Week (BSW) East Africa, held on December 3–4, 2024, in Dar es Salaam. This event marked the culmination of our sponsorship of all three BSW events this year, which included Southern Africa and West Africa editions. These platforms have been instrumental in advancing safe and secure travel across the African continent.

At BSW East Africa, SomapaIT was central in driving meaningful discussions and showcasing innovative solutions. A highlight of our participation was the live demonstration of our latest border management technologies, designed to address the unique challenges of African border environments while ensuring efficient facilitation of movement.

Under our banner of “Breaking Through the Global,” our technology continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in secure border management, making it more accessible to countries across the continent.

Reflecting on the event, Mr. Nigel Manns, Executive Vice President for Global Government Engagement at SomapaIT said: "Our participation in Border Security Week East Africa demonstrates our unwavering commitment to supporting African governments in their pursuit of secure and seamless borders. This year’s events have shown that collaboration, underpinned by cutting-edge technology, is key to overcoming the complex challenges of modern border management."

In addition to the technology demonstration, Mr. Manns joined a high-profile panel discussion addressing the balance between security and facilitation across Africa’s borders. The discussion brought together leaders from government, industry, and international organizations to share actionable strategies for achieving this delicate equilibrium.

As Platinum Sponsor of Border Security Week in Southern, West, and East Africa, SomapaIT has championed initiatives aimed at fostering collaboration and equipping border management authorities with the tools they need to create safer and more secure travel experiences.