Beyond the Badge: How Constable Moses Mangeni Is Shaping Modern Policing

In Busia County, Police Constable Moses Mangeni has become a powerful advocate for survivors of gender-based violence (GBV), proving that effective policing goes beyond arrests to prevention, protection, and community empowerment.

“Policing is not just about enforcing the law; it is about protecting dignity and restoring hope,” PC Mangeni says.

Enlisted into the National Police Service (NPS) in 2008 and currently stationed at Amukura Police Station, PC Mangeni serves at the gender desk, where he has steadily built trust with survivors and the wider community.

PC Mangeni’s passion for GBV work took shape during his earlier deployment at Port Victoria Police Station.

There, he noticed a worrying rise in gender-related cases and the absence of a specialised unit to handle them.

“Many survivors were afraid to speak out because they did not know where to go or who to talk to,” he recalls.

Motivated by this gap, and with support from his superiors, he helped establish one of the area’s earliest gender desks, an initiative that significantly improved the handling of GBV and child protection cases.

He later played a key role in setting up and equipping gender desks at Funyula and Amukura police stations.

Delivering Justice for Survivors

Since 2020, PC Mangeni has handled 64 GBV cases across Busia County, securing 28 convictions, with the remaining cases at advanced stages in court.

“Justice for survivors begins with how we receive them at the police station,” he explains.

“They deserve respect, confidentiality, and guidance through every step of the process.”

His work has strengthened reporting, investigations, and prosecutions, while ensuring survivors are treated with dignity and supported through a survivor-friendly justice process.

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Prevention Through Community Engagement

Beyond investigations, PC Mangeni is deeply involved in prevention and public awareness.

He regularly engages schools, churches, community barazas, and local groups to educate the public on GBV, children’s rights, and the legal consequences of abuse.

“When communities understand the law and the harm caused by violence, silence begins to break,” he notes.

These outreach efforts have contributed to increased reporting of cases that were previously handled informally within families or never reported at all.

Championing Child Protection

Child protection remains central to PC Mangeni’s work.

He has rescued vulnerable children and supported the reintegration of school dropouts back into education.

One notable case in 2018 involved the rescue of an abandoned one-year-old girl.

His swift intervention ensured the child’s safety and led to the successful prosecution of the offender.

“Every child deserves protection and a chance to grow in safety,” he says.

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Recognition and Impact

PC Mangeni works closely with partner organisations, government departments, the Judiciary, and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions to strengthen community-based responses to GBV.

His dedication has earned recognition from senior police leadership for his professionalism, high conviction rates, and sustained community sensitisation.

In commending him, the National Police Service noted that “PC Moses Mangeni exemplifies the values of professionalism, integrity, and selfless service in protecting the vulnerable.”

Policing Beyond the Call of Duty

PC Mangeni’s unwavering commitment to combating gender-based violence, strengthening community trust, and upholding human rights reflects the true spirit of modern policing.

“If one survivor finds the courage to speak out because of our work, then every effort is worth it,” he says.

The National Police Service remains proud of officers like PC Moses Mangeni, whose service goes far beyond enforcement to truly serve and protect the public.

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