Also known as: Commissioner of Police Dinah Marathe · police Commissioner Dinah Marathe · Ms Marathe
Dinah Marathe — Botswana Police Service Commissioner, addressing staffing shortages ahead of 28 new station openings.
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Daily 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
… The reality behind the badge became the focal point during the recent 2026 National Month of Prayer observance, where Commissioner of Police, Ms Dinah Marathe urged police officers to prioritise their health and well-being as they continued protecting the lives of others. …
Prioritise your well-being - MaratheMmegi
Botswana Police Commissioner, Dinah Marathe and Botswaba Defence Force (BDF) commander, General Mpho Mophuting could be jailed in the event the trust's demands are not immediately acceded to. …
Honey Guide Trust threatens BDF, BPS chiefs with contemptDaily 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 Sunday Standard
Sunday Standard San community seeks Commissioner’s intervention over “Police brutality” Botswana Khweedom Council, an organization that advocates for Basarwa rights in the country has engaged Botswana Police Commissioner Dinah Marathe on what it deems as perpetual victimization a …
San community seeks Commissioner’s intervention over “Police brutality”Daily News Botswana
… Speaking at the launch on Friday, Commissioner of Police, Ms Dinah Marathe said criminals were now exploiting emerging technologies, making it critical for police to modernise resources and service delivery. …
Police launch vehicle leasing pilot projectMmegi
Appearing before the 62nd Public Accounts Committee (PAC) this week, police Commissioner Dinah Marathe revealed that the police service has intensified its security preparations nationwide amid growing concerns that worsening tensions in South Africa could drive foreign nationals …
BPS tightens security as SA's anti-migrant deadline nearsMmegi
Appearing before the 62nd Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Police Commissioner Dinah Marathe revealed that although the completion of the new stations marks a significant milestone in improving policing services across the country, the service lacks sufficient personnel to staff …
Police face acute manpower shortage ahead of opening of 28 new police stationsDaily News Botswana
… Current Police Commissioner, Ms Dinah Marathe also extolled Hirschfeld’s virtues, saying he demonstrated foresight in guiding the Police Mobile Unit (PMU), the paramilitary unit that later contributed to the establishment of the Botswana Defence Force (BDF). …
Hirschfeld laid to restDaily News Botswana
… He was joined by Speaker of the National Assembly, Mr Dithapelo Keorapetse, Commissioner of Police Dinah Marathe and Chief Justice Gaolapelwe Ketlogetswe, alongside other Cabinet ministers, Members of Parliament, senior government officials and members of the public. …
Gaolathe Leads Nation in MourningMozambique'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 →
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 →
Botswana Police Commissioner Dinah Marathe and BDF Commander General Mpho Mophuting face potential imprisonment if Honey Guide Trust's demands are not met, following a dispute over resource-sharing in the NG32 area near Ditshiping village.
7 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 →
Khweedom Council, which advocates for Basarwa rights, has written to the Police Commissioner demanding an independent investigation into an incident in which Baleki Kelentse from Dukwi village was allegedly beaten and injured by police during stock theft investigations.
24 August 2026 · Botswana Sunday Standard →
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 →
Police Commissioner Dinah Marathe told the Public Accounts Committee that the police service has intensified security preparations nationwide amid concerns that worsening tensions in South Africa could drive foreign nationals across Botswana's borders.
30 June 2026 · Mmegi →
Police Commissioner Dinah Marathe told the Public Accounts Committee that although 28 new police stations will soon open, the service lacks sufficient personnel to staff them and will have to redeploy officers from existing stations despite current staffing shortages.
29 June 2026 · Mmegi →
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 →
Acting President Ndaba Gaolathe and other senior leaders signed the book of condolences for former President Dr Festus Mogae at Parliament, as the nation mourns the statesman who is remembered for his contributions to Botswana's economic growth, democratic governance and international stability. Dr Mogae died on May 8 and will be laid to rest on May 16.
12 May 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
BPS Commissioner Dinah Marathe emphasized that the success of the World Athletics Relays depends on cooperation from the public, business community, and stakeholders, urging Batswana to remain vigilant, report suspicious activities, and work with security personnel.
4 May 2026 · Mmegi →