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Reporting Corruption

Overview

The purpose of this service is to report corruption to the Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime (D.C.E.C). It is also important to note that every person is free to report anything they deem related to corruption. Corruption here covers issues such as common bribery (soliciting, accepting, and giving bribes), fraud, money laundering, insider trading, nepotism, conflict of interest, embezzlement e.t.c. A person has two choices when reporting to the D.C.E.C. You can choose to be anonymous or choose to disclose your identity. Reporting anonymously will assist in concealing your identity and alleviate fear of being victimized by those you report. However, feedback between the D.C.E.C and yourself will be compromised since there will be no communication.

The D.C.E.C also offers services in corruption prevention and sensitization such as;

  • corruption risk assessment
  • anti corruption audits
  • anti corruption training and
  • corruption prevention committees formation and capacitation
Who is eligible?
  • Members of the public 
  • Government Institutions
  • The Private Sector
  • Non-Governmental Organisations
  • Anyone who has witnessed, heard or suspects that a corruption and or economic crime has been or is about to be committed

 

How do I get this service?

Persons who are interested in reporting corruption can use the following channels:

  • Visit any of the D.C.E.C offices in Gaborone, Francistown and Maun.
  • Call Toll Free number: 0800 700 100747382757653556224166666862393
  • Download and complete the Report Form and send via email or fax.
  • Write a letter addressed to the Director General.
  • Send a message to the D.C.E.C Facebook page.The-Directorate-on-Corruption-and-Economic-Crime-DCEC-Botswana.
  • We have also provided a guide form which one can fill and either fax or e-mail to D.C.E.C.

 

This service can be accessed at the following offices:

 Gaborone headquarters

 Private Bag 00344

 Plot 1212, Molosiwa Road

 Gaborone

 Botswana

 

 Tel. (+267) 3914002

 Fax. (+267) 3913508

 

 

 Francistown Regional office

 Private Bag F107

 Norec House,

 Blue Jacket Street

 Francistown

 Botswana

 

 Tel. (+267) 2416666

 Fax. (+267) 2416555

 

 Maun Regional office

 P. O. Box 1373

 House No.AD.76,

 Near Maun circle

 Maun

 Botswana

 

 Tel. (+267) 6862393

 Fax. (+267) 6862167

Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 and 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.

What supporting documents are required?

Any documentation relating to the alleged report which can be beneficial in the investigation process

How long will this service take?

After submitting a report, feedback will be provided in 14 working days

Where can I obtain this service?

Gaborone Headquarters

Plot 1212, Molosiwa Road

Gaborone

Francistown Regional office

Norec House, Blue Jacket Street

Francistown

Maun Regional office

House No.AD.76,

Near Maun circle

Maun

 

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana

Keywords

Corruption, Anti-Corruption, Economic Crime, Fraud, Reporting Corruption, Money Laundering.

Synonyms

Bribery, Accountability Integrity, Money Laundering, Fraud

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Reporting Road Accidents

Overview

When members of the public are involved in road traffic accidents, they are required to report in person to the nearest police station or by calling.

The following information should be provided when reporting a road traffic accident:

 

  • Exact location of the accident
  • Any injuries at the scene
  • Number of vehicles involved
  • If other services are required such as the fire brigade and medical assistance
  • The caller’s particulars (i.e. names and addresses)
Who is eligible?
  • Victim
  • Witness
  • Any member of the public
How do I get this service?
  • Visit any police station or police post
  • Call 999 
What supporting documents are required?

None

How long will this service take?

Immediately.

Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station or police post.

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

No cost

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, roads, transportation, mobility, safety, police, legal, law enforcement

Keywords

Road, Accidents, 999, victims, location, motor vehicle

Synonyms

Police, call, emergency, road, hurt, motor vehicle

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Reporting Crime to the Police

Overview

Members of the public are encouraged to report to the police any crime or suspicious incident. If you have been the victim of crime, have witnessed a crime or would like to report that a crime has been committed there are several ways to do it.

You will be asked the following;

  • Nature of the incident
  • Time of incident
  • Location (i.e. plot number, street, H/No or any nearest land mark)
  • Identity of the suspect or physical description of the suspect
  • Any weapons used
  • Other witnesses where possible
Who is eligible?
  • Victim of Crime
  • Witness of crime
  • Or any member of the public
How do I get this service?
  • Contact the nearest police station, police post or any police establishment
  • Call 999 
  • Report to any police officer in proximity
What supporting documents are required?

None

How long will this service take?

Our standards for responding after receiving a report are :

  • 16 minutes in urban areas
  • 60 minutes in other areas
Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station or police post

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

Free

Keywords

Crime, 999, reporter, criminals, reporting, police station, victim

Synonyms

Police, law enforcement, call the authorities, report emergencies, crime, theft, murder, fire, emergency, hurt.

Ministry submitting this Service

Registration of new vehicles purchased in Botswana

Overview

This is a police clearance given to facilitate vehicle registration in Botswana for vehicles bought in Botswana

Who is eligible?

Vehicle owner or any other person authorised in writing to process clearance

How do I get this service?

The applicant must bring the vehicle for inspection at designated police establishment

What supporting documents are required?
  • Identification documents
  • Purchase Invoice
  • Manufacturer’s certificate
How long will this service take?

One (1) working day

Where can I obtain this service?

Serious Crime Squad

Plot 356, Extension 4, Independence Avenue

P.O. Box 1082

Gaborone

Tel: (+267) 3916809 / 3952531 / 3911892

Criminal Investigation Department (North)

Plot 21926, Blue Jacket street

P.O. Box 91

Francistown

Tel: (+267) 2423000

Woodhall Police Station

P.O. Box 89

Lobatse

Tel: (+267) 5333012

Maun Police Station

P. O. Box 7

Maun

Tel: (+267) 6860034

Serowe Police Station

P.O. Box 255

Serowe

Tel: (+267) 4630222

Kasane Police Station

P. O. Box 1

Kasane

Tel: (+267) 6250326

Mahalapye Police Station

P.O. Box 31

Mahalapye

Tel: (+267) 4710222

Gantsi Police Station

P. O. Box 26

Gantsi

Tel: (+267) 6596222

Selebi Phikwe Police Station

P.O. Box 15

Selebi Phikwe

Tel: (+267) 2610301

Tsabong Police Station

P. O. Box 3

Tsabong

Tel: (+267) 6540423

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

Free

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, How do I import a car, how do I export a car, import car, illegal car, legal car, legal truck, how do I import a truck

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, roads, transportation, mobility, safety, police, legal, law enforcement

Keywords

Registration, new vehicles

Synonyms

Local, clearance

Ministry submitting this Service

Reporting an Incident to the Police

Overview

This service entails how the police respond to call outs regarding crime reports/incidents. Members of the public are encouraged to report any crime, road traffic accident or any incident reportable to the police.

The following information may be required when reporting;

  • Exact location of the incident
  • Time of the incident
  • Any injuries or causalities
Who is eligible?
  • Victim 
  • Witness 
  • Any member of the public.
How do I get this service?
  • For emergency call 999
  • Report to nearest police station, police post 
  • Report to any police officer in proximity
What supporting documents are required?

None

How long will this service take?

Our standards for responding after receiving a report are:

  • 16 minutes in urban areas
  • 60 minutes in other areas
Where can I obtain this service?

Any police station or post. 

Theme for this service
How much does it cost?

Free

Meta tags

Botswana, Botswana Government, Republic of Botswana, Government of Botswana, law and order, legal gatherings, three or more persons, public events, promotion

Keywords

Road, Accidents, 999,victims, location,

Synonyms

Police, call, emergency, road, hurt, motor vehicle

Ministry submitting this Service
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