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Prisons Band Services

Overview

The Botswana Prison Service Band provides music at official/ceremonial functions, public and private events, as well as for functions and activities related to the Botswana Prison Service. The band is available for hire at functions for all organisations.

Who is eligible?

All members of the general public, government ministries/departments, parastatals, private companies, non-governmental organizations are able to request performances by the Prisons Band.

How do I get this service?

Customers can request the services of the Prison Band by writing a letter of request to the Bandmaster at the following address:

Botswana Prison Service
Prison Staff College
Band Master
Private Bag 30
Mahalapye
Botswana

There are no deadlines for booking this service as long as the event does not coincide with any of the Band's official engagements. Customers are informed through writing whether the Band is available or not.

What supporting documents are required?

There are no supporting documents required for this service.

How long will this service take?

A letter confirming the Band's availability on the requested date can be expected within three days of receipt of the request.

Where can I obtain this service?

Prison Staff College in Mahalapye.

Theme for this service
Sale of Goods and Services
How much does it cost?

Type of service

Charge

(Flat rate)

Duration

Additional Cost (per hour)

Band

P 1000.00

2 hours

P 200.00

Transport

P 4.43 per km from Mahalapye to destination

 

 

Amount is payable at Prisons Staff College or Prisons Headquarters prior to the performance.

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana prison service

Bricks and Block Moulding

Overview

As part of the prisoners' rehabilitation programme in Botswana, prisoners produce bricks and blocks for purchase by the general public.

Who is eligible?

All members of the general public are eligible to purchase bricks and blocks from the Botswana Prison Service.

How do I get this service?
  • Citizens can purchase bricks and blocks in person from the Botswana Prison Service. There are no forms required.
  • Customers pay and collect bricks when stock is available.
  • Transport cost is charged at P2.75 per kilometer on tarred road and P4.45 per kilometer on gravel.
What supporting documents are required?

No supporting documents are required for this service.

How long will this service take?

There is no definite waiting period. Customers pay and collect when the stock is available.

Where can I obtain this service?
  • Gaborone Boys
  • Mahalapye
  • Tsabong
  • Selibe Phikwe
  • Molepolole
  • Kanye
Related Services
Prison Industries
Theme for this service
Sale of Goods and Services
How much does it cost?

The cost of bricks depends on the amount and location from which the bricks are purchased. The current pricing chart is below.

Table 1: Pricing of Bricks and Block Moulding at Botswana Prison Service

Prison

Contact Information

Size

Price (in BWP)

600-1200 per 1000

Gaborone Boys

Private Bag

X09 Gaborone

Enquiries: 3956273

Officer in Charge: (+267) 3957067

Fax: (+267) 3133707

 

4 ½

4.50

 

6 inches

 

5.50

 

Mahalapye

Private Bag 25

Mahalapye

Enquiries: (+267) 4710650/1

Fax: (+267) 4712810

Officer in Charge: (+267) 4711737

 

4 ½

 

4.50

 

6 inches

5.50

Tsabong

P O Box 20

Tsabong

Enquiries: (+267) 6540230

Fax: 6540546

Officer in Charge: (+267) 6540120

6 inches

5.50

Selibe Phikwe

P O Box 390

Selebi Phikwe

Enquiries: (+267) 2610555

Fax: (+267) 2611299

Officer in Charge: (+267) 2611660

4 ½

4.50

 

6inches

5.50

Molepolole

P O Box 920

Molepolole

Fax: (+267) 5920168

Enquiries: (+267) 5920796

Officer in Charge: (+267) 5915637

4 ½

 

4.50

 

6inches

5.50

Kanye

P O Box 165

Kanye

Enquiries: (+267) 5440382

Fax: (+267) 5442361

Officer in Charge: (+267) 5440032

4 ½

 

4.50

 

6inches

5.50
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Keywords

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Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana prison service

Police Band Services

Overview

The Police Band performs at ceremonial, public and private functions. The request should be made three months prior to the event.

Who is eligible?

Institutions and the general public.

How do I get this service?
  • Submit a written request to the Commissioner of Police for band hiring
  • Submit a written request to Commander Special Support Group (SSG) for hall hiring
  • Indicate on the request letter, the date, time and location of the event 
What supporting documents are required?

  • Application letter 

  • Programme of events

How long will this service take?

Ten (10) working days

Where can I obtain this service?

Commander Special Support Group (SSG)

P. O. Box 40116

Gaborone

Tel: 3957272 / 3674243

Fax: 3903305

Theme for this service
Sale of Goods and Services
How much does it cost?

Event

Type of service

Charge

Duration

Extra Cost (per hour)

Dinner dance

Band

P 4000.00

5 hours

P 500.00

Wedding reception

Band

P 3 500

5 hours

P 400.00

Any event

Police traditional dance troop

P 2000.00

5 hours

P 400.00

Any event

Military band

P 2000.00

3 hours

P 400.00

Any event

Band hall hire

P 5 000.00

1 day

 
Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, entertainers, public entertainers, police entertainers, band, prison band, police band, government band, musicians

Keywords

Hiring, Band, ceremonies, weddings, parties, entertainment

Synonyms

Performers, prison, police performers, police troupe, police band, special events, performers, public service, police artists

Ministry submitting this Service
Botswana Police Service
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