Twenty prosecutors from Libya’s Public Prosecution have completed a specialised training programme aimed at strengthening the country’s response to cybercrime, as part of efforts to modernise the justice system and address emerging digital threats.
The course was organised by the Judicial Training Centre under its training plan for the 2025–2026 judicial year. It was delivered at the centre’s headquarters by its in-house training staff and targeted deputy public prosecutors responsible for handling criminal investigations.
According to an official statement, the programme focused on enhancing the capacity of Libya’s criminal justice system to deal with cybercrime and its growing challenges. Participants received practical and technical guidance relevant to investigators, law enforcement authorities and forensic specialists involved in cyber-related cases.
The training covered key technical concepts, terminology and operational methods used in committing cyber offences. It also addressed mechanisms for detecting digital crimes, collecting and preserving electronic evidence, and analysing and interpreting data in a manner consistent with recognised legal and procedural standards.
Special attention was given to ensuring the admissibility and reliability of digital evidence in public prosecutions. Trainers emphasised best practices for handling electronic evidence to prevent tampering and to maintain its integrity throughout judicial proceedings.
The programme forms part of the Public Prosecution’s broader strategy to digitise justice and support its national digital transformation project. Officials said the initiative aims to bridge operational gaps within the justice system and enhance digital resilience amid rapid technological developments.
The training centre noted that the course is one of several activities launched across multiple tracks to combat cybercrime in Libya. These efforts seek to equip judicial practitioners with the tools needed to keep pace with advances in information technology and the expanding role of cyberspace in criminal activity.
Libyan authorities have increasingly highlighted the need to strengthen institutional readiness to address cyber threats, as online crimes continue to pose risks to public security, data protection and economic stability.