Mohwasa answers mounting calls for DIS transparency while defending confidentiality on sensitive national security matters BONGANI MALUNGA Minister for State President, Defence and Security Moeti Mohwasa has firmly rejected claims that his ministry is avoiding accountability over …
Deadlock deepens as govt and the Re A Bua Foundation remain at odds over transparency and accountability BONGANI MALUNGA A growing deadlock is emerging between the Ministry for State President, Defence and Security, led by Minister Moeti Mohwasa, and the Re A Bua Foundation over …
… Briefing the media on Monday, Minister for State President, Defence and Security, Mr Moeti Mohwasa, stated that the meeting also passed three government policies, reflecting significant progress from the first meeting, which only passed six government bills. …
… Minister for State President, Defence and Security, Mr Moeti Mohwasa, gave a statement Friday on concerns raised by the nation and ‘Justice for Tshepi’ petitioners recently. …
Minister for State President, Defense and Security, Mr Moeti Mohwasa has assured the nation that thorough investigations have commenced and are being handled with the seriousness they deserve in the death involving 13-year-old Retshephile Tshedu of Sehithwa. …
The Botswana Defence Force Retired Members Association has authorized a peaceful protest over delayed Transfer Value Enhancement payments and unmet government promises. About 3,500 retired soldiers have received benefits since 2024, but an estimated 2,500 beneficiaries are still waiting.
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Retired soldiers' authorised protest over delayed pensions for 2,500 beneficiaries raises pressure on government to honour promises to defence force veterans.
The Botswana Defence Force Retired Members Association has authorized a peaceful protest over delayed Transfer Value Enhancement payments and unmet government promises. About 3,500 retired soldiers have received benefits since 2024, but an estimated 2,500 beneficiaries are still waiting.
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.
Hirschfeld, who served the police service for 39 years, has passed away. The Minister for State President, Defence and Security described him as a distinguished son of Botswana whose legacy will remain in the country's history.
Minister for State President, Defence and Security Moeti Mohwasa has dismissed claims that a long-term political scheme aims to position him as the future Vice President, saying the claims are meant to divide the UDC.
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.
The Director of Public Prosecutions has directed that an open inquest be held into the death of Retshepile Tshedu, following the completion of investigations and submission of the case docket. An independent magistrate will examine the evidence to determine whether a prima facie case exists and whether criminal charges should be recommended.
Botswana's government plans to introduce a new Anti-Corruption Bill to Parliament in July and grant the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime full operational independence, according to the Minister for State President, Defence and Security. The reforms aim to bolster accountability, restore public trust, and elevate governance standards.
The Minister for State President, Defence and Security has encouraged the leadership of Marapong and Semitwe to reach agreement on naming a nearly completed police station, noting that the dispute should not divide the communities and that the decision should be based on land board reports and submissions from both villages.
The Minister for State President, Defence and Security said national security and structural stability underpin sustainable economic activity and attract long-term investment. He cited the Botswana Economic Transformation Programme's focus on secure trade lanes, protected infrastructure, and regional stability through bilateral commissions with neighbouring countries.
Minister for State President, Defence and Security Moeti Mohwasa has called on the private sector to collaborate with the government on its development agenda, citing budgetary constraints that prevent the government from managing service delivery alone. He commended companies like Dulux Botswana for their corporate social responsibility efforts, specifically highlighting the Ikageng Public Works Programme renovation of Jwaneng police station.
A National Forensic Audit Programme report covering April 2014 to March 2024 found that Botswana may have lost an estimated P33 billion to fraud, waste and financial mismanagement across 30 government entities, with 814 instances of irregularity and 80 cases flagged for criminal or disciplinary investigation.
Minister Moeti Mohwasa rejected claims that his ministry is avoiding accountability over questions raised by Ian Khama regarding Directorate of Intelligence and Security operations and administration.
A deadlock is deepening between the Ministry for State President, Defence and Security and the Re A Bua Foundation over transparency and accountability in the handling of the #JusticeForTshepi case.
The 13th Parliament passed 17 bills and three key national policies during its recent session, marking a significant legislative milestone that will support the government's transformative agenda once they are assented to by the President. The bills and policies were passed as part of the government's effort to review and renew laws to ensure their relevance to national development and emerging regional and international issues.
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.
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.