Planned Services
The future Wildlife & Environmental Forensics programme is expected to provide services including:
Wildlife Species Identification
Identification of protected wildlife species and wildlife products using morphological and molecular techniques.
Wildlife DNA Analysis
DNA analysis to determine species identity and support investigations involving illegally traded wildlife and wildlife products.
Environmental Evidence Examination
Scientific analysis of soil, water, vegetation, and other environmental samples associated with criminal investigations.
Illegal Wildlife Trade Investigations
Examination of ivory, horns, skins, timber, and other wildlife products to support investigations into illegal trafficking.
Environmental Pollution Investigations
Scientific support for investigations involving environmental contamination and pollution incidents.
Illegal Logging and Timber Identification
Identification of timber species and examination of wood products to support forestry enforcement.
Expert Scientific Reporting
Preparation of scientific reports and expert opinions for investigative and judicial purposes.
Who Will Benefit?
The programme is being developed to support:
Law enforcement agencies
Environmental protection authorities
Wildlife conservation agencies
Customs and border control authorities
Prosecution authorities
Courts of law
Regional and international partner organisations
Strategic Vision
The Wildlife & Environmental Forensics programme forms part of RFI's commitment to expanding forensic science capabilities in response to emerging challenges affecting biodiversity, environmental protection, and transnational crime. The programme aims to contribute to national security, environmental sustainability, and regional cooperation through the application of internationally recognised forensic science.
Status
This programme is currently under development. Information on service availability will be published once operational.
RFI – Advancing Justice Through Science.