Also known as: DPP · Director of Public Prosecutions
Botswana's prosecuting authority, resolving to prosecute perjury linked to the P100 billion scandal and establishing a specialised sexual violence unit.
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The Botswana Gazette
… GAZETTE REPORTER Sources say the Directorate of Public Prosecutions has resolved to prosecute in a perjury complaint stemming from the discredited P100 billion scandal, potentially opening the door to accountability over allegations that courts later found were built…
DPP to Prosecute P100b FarceThe Botswana Gazette
… GAZETTE REPORTER The Directorate of Public Prosecutions has concluded its preliminary investigations into…
DPP Orders Tshepi InquestThe Botswana Gazette
The DPP faces challenges in retaining top legal talent, raising concerns over the long term effectiveness of Botswana’s prosecution system BONGANI MALUNGA The Directorate of Public Prosecutions is facing a deepening staff retention crisis after a wave of resignations over the pas …
DPP Bleeds Legal TalentMmegi
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Kgosietsile Ngakaagae, said the DPP will uphold prosecutorial independence and ensure that no individual is treated differently under the law.He stated that all decisions will be based strictly on evidence and legal principles. …
Ngakaagae commits to pursuing high-profile cases without fear or favourDaily News Botswana
The nation can rest assured that the government, through the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP), will ensure that the law takes its course regarding the death of 13-year-old Retshephile Tshedu of Sehithwa. …
DPP to respond on Tshepi case by May 15 2026Daily News Botswana
… Addressing concerns raised by the nation and ‘Justice for Tshepi’ petitioners, Mr Mohwasa revealed that the matter had now been referred to the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP), indicating that it had reached an advanced stage in the legal process. …
Govt Makes Progress in Tshepi CaseThe Directorate of Public Prosecutions has resolved to prosecute a perjury complaint linked to Botswana's discredited P100 billion scandal, potentially opening the door to accountability.
The DPP's decision to prosecute perjury in the P100 billion scandal represents a rare push for accountability in one of Botswana's biggest financial crises.
4 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Directorate of Public Prosecutions has resolved to prosecute a perjury complaint linked to Botswana's discredited P100 billion scandal, potentially opening the door to accountability.
4 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Directorate of Public Prosecutions has ordered an open inquest into the death of 13-year-old Retshepile "Tshepi" Tshedu, following months of public pressure for answers, the Minister for State President, Defence and Security announced.
3 June 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Judge Tshekiso Tshekiso ruled that the State did not provide proper evidence that the vehicle is proceeds of crime, and criticised the prosecution for attempting to withdraw the case at the eleventh hour without following court rules.
25 May 2026 · Mmegi →
The Director of Public Prosecutions has established a specialised sexual violence unit to deal with cases involving sexual offences, designed to provide focused attention and build expertise in handling sensitive cases.
29 April 2026 · Mmegi →
The Directorate of Public Prosecutions is experiencing a wave of resignations over the past six months as prosecutors leave for better-paying opportunities elsewhere, raising concerns about the long-term effectiveness of Botswana's prosecution system.
27 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Director of Public Prosecutions said authorities have recovered more than P50 million in illegally obtained funds, including approximately P17 million linked to the Ecoplexus matter, as part of efforts to ensure crime does not result in financial gain.
27 April 2026 · Mmegi →
The Director of Public Prosecutions, Kgosietsile Ngakaagae, said the DPP will uphold prosecutorial independence and ensure decisions are based strictly on evidence and legal principles, with no individual treated differently under the law.
27 April 2026 · Mmegi →
The Directorate of Public Prosecutions will respond by May 15, 2026, on the death of 13-year-old Retshephile Tshedu of Sehithwa, who died on May 17, 2025. The government minister confirmed that law enforcement has completed its investigation and submitted the case file to the DPP for review, following public protests and a petition demanding action.
27 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Botswana Police Service has completed its investigation into the Tshedu case and transferred findings to the Director of Public Prosecutions for legal review to determine criminal liability. The DPP is expected to provide feedback by mid-May on whether the evidence meets the threshold for prosecution.
25 April 2026 · Mmegi →
The Directorate of Public Prosecutions has indicated that the government may have given Bakgatla Ba Kgafela the wrong impression about charges being dropped; the case remains active.
25 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Former President Ian Khama has expressed satisfaction with renewed progress in the long-running P100 billion perjury case, after the Director of Public Prosecutions confirmed that a prosecution decision will be made in the coming weeks.
24 April 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Minister Moeti Mohwasa announced that investigations into the death of 13-year-old Retshephile Tshedu of Sehithwa have been referred to the Directorate of Public Prosecutions and expressed confidence the process would be concluded before May 15. He acknowledged public and activist demands for accountability and said authorities were committed to ensuring justice for the family, community and nation.
24 April 2026 · Daily News Botswana →