The Organised Crime and Money Laundering Programme of the ISS is convening this workshop to disseminate preliminary research findings of the `Towards more effective responses to organised crime in Southern Africa` (EROC) Project. The three-year research study is undertaken in conjunction with the South African Regional Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation (SARPCCO). Its aim is to analyse the nature, trends and incidence of organised crime in 12 southern African countries. This workshop presenters will provide a general overview of research findings from the region, as well as a specific presentation on organised crime trends in South Africa. Time will be set aside to discuss findings and recommendations.