Also known as: BPS
National law enforcement agency whose Commissioner is Dinah Marathe, engaged in investigations, road safety monitoring, and operational modernization efforts.
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The Botswana Gazette
… SESUPO RANTSIMAKO Botswana Congress Party (BCP) president Dumelang Saleshando has demanded answers from Botswana Police Service (BPS) Commissioner Diana Marathe over the arrest and interrogation of two party activists, accusing police of selectively…
BCP Accuses Police of Double StandardsWeekend Post
… The lawyer alleged that the intelligence agency had enlisted other law-enforcement bodies – the Botswana Police Service (BPS) and the Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS) among them – in a broader struggle involving tobacco companies. …
DIS, BURS, Police pulled into smoldering tobacco feudMmegi
The party’s position comes after two of its members, Obakeng Sethibe and Rachel Kgase, were taken in for questioning by the Botswana Police Service (BPS) Serious Crime Unit over comments allegedly made on Facebook under the Gosee Kone pseudonym.BCP spokesperson Olebile Machete co …
Pseudos not our style – BCPDaily News Botswana
… Botswana Police Service commissioner, Ms Dinah Marathe also lauded the initiative, noting its direct impact on law enforcement and community safety. …
Mozambique First Lady backs Botswanas anti-GBVDaily News Botswana
When we picture the men and women of the Botswana Police Service (BPS), we often see them standing as unyielding guardians against crime and danger. …
Prioritise your well-being - MaratheDaily News Botswana
… The procession set off from various points in the capital, led by the Botswana Defence Force, Botswana Police Service and Botswana Prisons Service, before converging at the Main Mall for the main programme. …
Botswana celebrates in styleDaily News Botswana
… The celebration quickly found its rhythm when the Botswana Police Service band marched onto the pitch. …
Botswana relives 1966 at Diamond JubileeMmegi
… Following the abandonment, the Russian authorities took the child into their protection whilst arrangements were made for the minor’s eventual return to Botswana.The repatriation was facilitated through collaboration between the DPP, Botswana Police Service and the Department of …
Botswana repatriates abandoned infant from RussiaMmegi
According to statistics from the Botswana Police Service cited by Bamangwato chief, Kgosi Khama IV, 1,340 men died in road crashes in the five years compared to 537 women.The figures have prompted calls for men to confront what stakeholders described as dangerous behaviour behind …
Men account for 71% of road deaths in five yearsDaily News Botswana
… Botswana Police Service (BPS) commissioner, Ms Dinah Marathe, said the course represented the institutional partnership, capability development and operational cooperation that Botswana required to confront contemporary and emerging security threats. …
Government takes firm action against Illicit drugsBotswana Congress Party president Dumelang Saleshando has demanded answers from the police commissioner over the arrest and interrogation of two party activists, accusing police of selectively targeting government critics while overlooking online attacks on opposition leaders.
22 October 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Botswana Congress Party president Dumelang Saleshando has demanded answers from the police commissioner over the arrest and interrogation of two party activists, accusing police of selectively targeting government critics while overlooking online attacks on opposition leaders.
22 October 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Directorate of Intelligence and Security (DIS) Director General Peter Magosi signed a July 2026 letter requesting that a bonded warehouse tied to Riotrade Enterprises be sealed during an intelligence-gathering operation, raising questions about whether the agency became involved in a commercial quarrel within the tobacco industry and whether other state machinery was drawn in.
19 October 2026 · Weekend Post →
Two BCP members, Obakeng Sethibe and Rachel Kgase, were questioned by police over comments allegedly made on Facebook under the Gosee Kone pseudonym. BCP spokesperson Olebile Machete confirmed the questioning but denied party connection to the account, describing the police action as politically motivated.
6 October 2026 · Mmegi →
Mozambique's First Lady Ms Gueta Chapo donated US$3,000 to Botswana's Office of the First Lady at a fundraising event for the new GBV One-Stop Service Centre in Gaborone, with First Lady Kaone Boko stating the funds would support survivor care, early intervention, and educational outreach to combat gender-based violence as a continental responsibility.
1 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
During the 2026 National Month of Prayer observance, Botswana Police Service Commissioner Dinah Marathe stressed that police officers are the service's most critical resource and urged them to prioritise their health and well-being, noting that vehicles, technology and infrastructure cannot replace them. She called on officers to seek help when needed, undergo regular medical screenings, look after their mental health, get enough rest, and exercise regularly, acknowledging the emotional strain of policing.
1 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
A colourful carnival procession featuring military, police, dancers, scouts and traditional performers converged at Gaborone's Main Mall on Wednesday as Botswana celebrated its 60th independence anniversary. President Duma Boko and visiting Mozambique President Daniel Chapo joined crowds and participated in traditional dance performances alongside community groups.
1 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana celebrated its Diamond Jubilee pre-Independence at the National Stadium on Tuesday night with performances from police and prison service bands, speeches from dignitaries including President Duma Boko, Mozambique President Daniel Chapo, and a fireworks display. The event, themed Building Resilience, Driving Prosperity, drew large crowds despite cold drizzle.
1 October 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
A child born in Moscow in November 2025 to a Botswana citizen studying in Russia was repatriated to Botswana on September 20, 2026, following abandonment. The repatriation was coordinated by the Directorate of Public Prosecutions, Botswana Police Service, and Department of Social Development in collaboration with Russian authorities, and the child is in good health.
22 September 2026 · Mmegi →
According to Botswana Police Service statistics cited by Bamangwato chief Kgosi Khama IV, 1,340 men died in road crashes over five years compared to 537 women, prompting calls for men to address dangerous driving behaviour.
8 September 2026 · Mmegi →
The Assistant Minister for State President, Defence and Security opened a six-month specialised training course for Drug Enforcement Agency officers at Otse Police College, aimed at strengthening their ability to investigate drug offences and combat illicit drug production, supply, and trafficking.
1 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Minister for State President, Defence and Security said strengthened cooperation between government, the private sector and communities is vital for addressing challenges and securing solutions. GH Group donated a police porta cabin to the Mogoditshane Police Station at the Gabane roadblock, demonstrating what can be achieved when government and private partners align to address pressing needs.
27 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure has been tasked with providing a technical report and recommendations on whether the Dibete Police Station can be salvaged or scrapped, following a facility tour by government ministers to evaluate structural damage and gather facts for Cabinet decision-making.
25 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
According to Botswana Police Service officials, 63,976 people applied to own legal firearms in the 2026 arms raffle draw, comprising 33,150 applications for shotguns and 30,826 for rifles. The high number of applications reflects public concern over rising crime and personal security.
24 August 2026 · Mmegi →
The Court of Appeal has ordered the Botswana Police Service to reinstate Superintendent Christopher Molobe to his former rank, ending a ten-year legal battle. The ruling, issued on July 31, 2026, found that police officials made irrational decisions and serious legal errors in disciplinary proceedings stemming from allegations of theft involving money held as evidence at Ghanzi Police Station.
18 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Village Magistrate's Court acquitted Kabo Moremong, the sole remaining suspect in the November 2022 robbery at Sefalana Cash and Carry in which P649,863.75 was stolen. The magistrate ruled that the State had failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that Moremong had any connection to the robbery or acted in concert with the four armed men involved.
3 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
Ponatshego Joseph has filed a High Court application seeking to compel authorities to hold a judicial inquest into the death of her son, Potso Joseph, who was fatally shot by police on or about December 22, 2023. Nearly three years after the incident in Palapye, the family has received no official account of the circumstances and no investigation updates.
3 August 2026 · Mmegi →
Botswana's music and entertainment industry generates millions through concerts and sponsorships but loses long-term value because creators rarely register intellectual property like trademarks and brand equity. While the country ranks 58th globally in innovation inputs, it falls to 116th in creative outputs, reflecting a broader African trend where national trademark registries account for less than two percent of global filings annually.
27 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
Botswana Police Service has launched a 12-month vehicle leasing pilot project with Avis Rent A Car, acquiring 28 operational vehicles (9 for Broadhurst Policing Area, 19 for Maun Policing Area) with comprehensive maintenance and insurance included, as part of efforts to modernise resources and improve operational readiness.
27 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The minister for State President, Defence and Security handed over 28 leased vehicles to the Botswana Police on Friday at Maun Sports Complex, marking the launch of the Botswana Police Service Vehicle Leasing Pilot Project in partnership with Avis Rent A Car, aimed at ensuring police officers have reliable mobility to carry out their duties.
27 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Minister of Justice Nelson Ramaotwana praised the Kokotsha July Derby as a model of rural community economic development, noting the event has grown rapidly since its 2023 inception and now attracts visitors from across Botswana, creating opportunities for local entrepreneurs, vendors, and service providers.
22 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Financial Intelligence Agency received and analysed 850 suspicious transaction reports linked to fraud, tax crimes, corruption, drug-related offences and illegal deposit-taking, and disseminated 102 financial intelligence reports to authorities including the Botswana Police Service and DCEC for investigation.
29 June 2026 · Mmegi →
The Attorney General told Parliament that his chambers have yet to receive the forensic audit report from Alvarez & Marsal Middle East Limited, which reportedly found over P33 billion embezzled over a decade. He explained that audit findings do not automatically become court cases and must first go through investigative agencies before the Director of Public Prosecutions can assess them for prosecution or asset recovery.
23 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Potlako Mawande, former Chief Operating Officer of the Gambling Authority, has filed a defamation lawsuit at the Gaborone High Court seeking P16,729,000, alleging he was dismissed based on fabricated evidence and subsequently blacklisted by the Authority through a December 2025 letter to industry licensees that damaged his professional reputation.
16 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Botswana Defence Force, Police Service, and Prisons Service competed in the annual Joint Law Enforcement Games in Francistown on Friday to strengthen collaboration and unity. The BDF won the overall championship, followed by police in second place and prisons in third.
15 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana recorded more than 7,500 gender-based violence cases in the first quarter of 2026, according to the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Youth and Gender Affairs. Of the 7,517 cases logged from January to March, 2,228 were classified as gender-based violence incidents, with 520 rape cases and 487 defilement cases reported.
9 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Botswana Police Service has rejected claims that the City Police Unit (CPU), launched in December 2023, has been suspended, though sources say the government has quietly scaled back the initiative since the UDC took office in 2024, citing resource shortages and a reported shift toward the Safer City Project.
9 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Simon Hirschfeld, Botswana's first Motswana Police Commissioner who served 39 years in law enforcement and spent 24 years leading the Botswana Police Service, was buried at Phomolong Memorial Park in Gaborone with a traditional police funeral ceremony.
9 June 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Botswana Police Service has warned against the spread of fake news and misinformation on social media, cautioning that those who create or share false information could face criminal prosecution.
3 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Justice Minister Nelson Ramaotwana has yet to decide whether to extradite six Mexican fugitives arrested nearly six months ago to Mozambique, where they face drug-related and organized crime charges. The delay reflects broader regional concerns over cross-border drug trafficking and organized crime networks operating in Botswana.
2 June 2026 · Weekend Post →
Mephato (community patrols) at the village level are taking a frontline role in fighting foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) alongside the Department of Veterinary Services, marshalling farmers to participate in vaccination activities. Mophato wa Mabeleakgomo from Mokatako and Molete villages, formed in 2023 by villagers led by Kgosi Omphitlhetse Manyeneng, have committed to protecting their territory.
1 June 2026 · Mmegi →