Functional Areas

The Branch’s mandate is to manage stock-theft crime with the intention of ensuring the security and protectio of livestock. The Branch is also responsible for strengthening cooperation between the BPS and farmers in the fight against stock theft. For more information, contact: The Director Anti-Stock Theft Postal Address: Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3993853/59 Fax: (+267) 3933538.

The Division is made up of two Districts; No. 1 (Kutlwano- Francistown), and No. 15 (Francistown) with a total of 12 Police Stations and 90 Police Posts. It polices areas covering Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and some border gates with Zimbabwe. No. 1 District Kutlwano, Tonota, Tatitown, Gerald and Matsiloje, Dukwi Police Stations No. 15 District Francistown, Tutume, Masunga and Tshesebe, Nata and Sowa Police Stations For more information, contact: Divisional Commander North P.O. Box 41 Francistown Tel: (+267) 2414545 Fax: (+267) 2414965

The Division consists of four policing Districts; No. 5 (Maun), No. 6 (Gantsi) , No. 7 (Kasane) and No. 17 (Shakawe), 16 Police Stations and 79 Police Posts. It polices major tourism sites such as Okavango Delta, Chobe and Nxai Pans National Parks, Moremi Game Reserve as well as some boarder gates with Angola, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. No. 5 District Maun, Gumare and Gweta Police Stations No. 6 District Gantsi, Charleshill, Kalkfontein and Ncojane Police Stations No. 7 District Kasane, Kasane Airport, Pandamatenga, Kazungula, and Kachikau Police Stations No. 17 District Seronga, Sehitwa, and Shakawe Police Stations For more information, contact: Divisional Commander North West P.O. Box 7 Maun Tel: (+267) 6860223 Fax: (+267) 6862609.

The Branch’s mandate is to ensure effective deployment of resources by operational establishments; implementation of standardised operational policies, processes and procedures within the organisation; smooth flow of communication among operatives at national level including dispatches to distress calls; crime recording and analysis; and coordination and promotion of all crime prevention programmes. The Branch is based at Botswana Police Headquarters in Gaborone. The Unit is an integral part of the Botswana Police Service. It was established in 1995 as a central point of contact for all Crime Prevention Services provided by the BPS throughout the country. Roles of the Unit To prepare annual statistical returns of all crime reported and investigated throughout the country. To disseminate information on crime prevention programmes, strategies and best practices through workshops and seminars. For Information Contact; The Coordinator P/Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3993830/ 24/ 25/ 27/ 28/ 29 Fax: (+267) 3188303 The Unit is based at Police Headquarters and is responsible for the following functions; Call taking Camera monitoring (CCTV) Call dispatch Critical mission conference room management Crime investigations (video review/ analysis) For more information, contact: Director Operations Postal Address: Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3951161 Fax: (+267) 3973723.

The Division is made up of three Policing Districts; No. 3 (Gaborone), No. 12 (Mochudi) and No. 13 (Mogoditshane), 13 Police Stations as well as 35 Police Posts. The Division policies an estimated population of 631, 724 and covers three border gates with South Africa. The Division polices the capital city of Gaborone and the populated urban village of Mogoditshane. No. 3 District Broadhurst, Central, Urban, Tlokweng and Borakanelo Police Stations No. 12 District Mochudi, Sikwane and Oliphantsdrift Police Stations No. 13 District Gaborone West, Mogoditshane, Naledi, Sir Seretse Khama Airport (SSKA) and Ramotswa Police Stations. For more information, contact: Divisional Commander, South Central Division Location: Broadhurst, Gaborone Plot: 17432, Lekgarapana Road P.O Box 40928 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3624000 Fax: (+267) 3957453.

The Division consists of five Policing Districts; No. 4 (Lobatse), No. 9 (Tsabong), No. 11 (Molepolole) and No. 14 (Kanye), 21 Police Stations and 124 Police Posts. It policies Jwaneng Diamond mine, Botswana Meat Commisssion, Khutse Game Reserve, Mabuasehube National Park, Trans Kalahari Fontier Park (TKFP) and Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) which are some of the major contributors to the socio economic status of the country.It also covers the Trans Kalahari Corridor (TKC) that connects the three countries of Botswana, South Africa and Namibia. The Division also covers some border gates with South Africa. No. 4 District Lobatse, Woodhall, Goodhope and Ramatlabama Police Stations No. 9 District Tsabong, Tshane, Werda, Bokspits, Kang and Middlepits Police Stations No. 11 District Molepolole, Letlhakeng, Takatokwane, Thamaga and Sojwe Police Stations No. 14 District Kanye, Sejelo, Moshupa, Jwaneng, Phitshane Molopo and Mabutsane Police Stations For more information, contact: Divisional Commander South P.O. Box 89 Lobatse Tel: (+267) 5334453 Fax: (+267) 5330223.

Traffic Branch’s main duties are to promote road safety, mobilisation of traffic enforcement logistics, compilation and analysis of road traffic accidents, and facilitation of collaboration with stakeholders. Its headquarters is in Gaborone. For more information, contact: Director, Traffic P.O.Box 40928 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3624039/10 Fax: (+267) 3910044.

The Police, Public Partnership branch in the Botswana Police Service fosters collaboration between the police and the community. It focuses on building trust, enhancing communication, and ensuring public participation in maintaining safety and security. For more information contact: Director, Police, Public Partnership Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3993827 / 29 Fax: (+267) 3188303 {loadmoduleid 150} {loadmoduleid 150} {loadmoduleid 150} {loadmoduleid 150}

The Crime Investigations pillar is responsible for conducting investigations as well as providing investigative support to the Operations functional area.The function is perfomed through Crime Intelligence, Criminal Investigations Department, Cyber Forensics, Forensic Science Services, Internal Affairs and International Relations Branches. For more information, contact: Director Crime Intelligence Branch (CRIB) Postal Address: Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3957058 Fax: (+267) 391 4833.

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) is responsible for the detection and prevention of crime, investigation of crime reports, and surveillance of all known or suspected criminal elements and provision of scientific support. For more information, contact: Director Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Box 1082 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3914945 Fax: (+267) 3191180.

The Cyber Forensics Branch is responsible for investigating crimes committed with aid of telecommunication technology. Cybercrime commonly presents itself through; Cyber Fraud Forgery Offensive electronic communication Publishing pornographic or obscene material Unauthorised access to a computer or computer system For more information, contact: Director: Cyber Forensics Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3914835 Fax: (+267) 3162302.

The Branch is responsible for forensic investigations in criminal cases through the application of scientific methods and techniques in the examination of materials associated with crime. For more information, contact: Director: Forensic Science Services Private Bag 0400 Gaborone Tel : (+267) 3981320 Fax: (+267) 3918145.

The branch provides support in handling of cases of Gender Based Violence (GBV) and child abuse. Amongst its functions and support in investigation of cases and liaison with other stakeholders in the case of victims of GBV and child abuse. For more information, contact: Director: Gender and Child Protection Branch Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel : (+267) 3995026 Fax: (+267) 3910081.

The Internal Affairs Branch investigates incidents related to professional misconduct attributed to police officers to ensure the upkeep of the organisation’s integrity. For more information, contact: Director Internal Affairs Branch Postal Address: P/Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel : (+267) 3951161 Fax: (+267) 3162302.

This branch is responsible for coordination of activities of national law enforcement entities with international implications. It also monitors implementation of conclusions adopted during various international, regional and national forums. The branch is responsible for the following functions; International Criminal Police Organisation (INTERPOL) African Police Organisation (AFRIPOL) Southern African Regional Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation (SARPCCO) Joint Permanent Commissions (JPC) and Bi-Nationals (BN) Bilateral & Multilateral cooperation Protocol National, regional and international Police Liaison Officers (Police Attachés). For more information, contact: Director, International Relations Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3951161 Fax: (+267) 3973723.

The Branch provides airborne surveillance and patrol support in the fight against crime. It supports law enforcement operations during emergencies such as flood rescue, search for missing persons, hot pursuits, tracking of criminals and public disorder operations. For more information, contact: Director, Air Support Branch Private Bag SK8 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3624039/10 Fax: (+267) 3910044.

The Branch is responsible for training and development of staff, occupational health and safety, employee relations, salaries, compensation, benefits, administrative function, legal services, maintenance of records of firearms and general welfare of employees. For more information, contact: Director, Departmental Management Services Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3951161 Fax: (+267) 3914833.

The Branch's mandate is to ensure prudent use of financial management through execution of both recurrent and development budgets. For more information, contact: Director, Development and Finance Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel : (+267) 3951161 Fax: (+267) 3973723

ILEA Gaborone was established through a joint initiative between the governments of Botswana and the United States of America. It provides training to law enforcement agencies in Africa. The Institution focuses on advanced leadership and the legal/ policy frameworks necessary to facilitate effective law enforcement within the parameters of basic human rights. Areas of speciality include but not limited to counter-terrorism, narcotics interdiction, fraud, money laundering and cybercrime. For more information, Contact: Director, International Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) Private Bag 009 Otse Tel: (+267) 3732390/91 Fax: (+267) 5337664

The Branch is responsible for recruiting of new members and both pre and in-service training. The College is based at Otse, with a satellite in Kanye. Through the Institution, BPS is able to build skills and competencies required in policing. For more information, contact: Director, Training Private Bag 009 Otse Tel: (+267) 5336200 Fax: (+267) 5337528.

This is a para-military Branch of the Botswana Police Service established support operational functions of the organisation. Its main duties are to maintain public order and repress internal disturbances, border security,VIP protection, Anti-poaching and rescue operations. The Branch has the following Units: Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) Responsible for the handling of hostage situations 44 CESS Provision of assistance to units responsible for; Protection of high profile persons (VIPs), Mineral escorts, Handling of dangerous animals and Funeral service undertaking to fallen heroes and/ or their spouses. Specialised Unit Provision of Specialised rescue services (including disaster management) Detection of illicit drugs Ivory smuggling Tracking of criminals and missing persons Training Wing Provision of specialised skills development, tactical and continuation of training to all members of the Branch. Anti-Poaching Unit Carries out anti-poaching operations Police Band Responsible for performing at ceremonial events and any event sanctioned by authorities. The Unit has both dance & brass bands and traditional dance troupe. The services are available to the public at a fee. Peace Keeping Mission The rendering of specialised policing services to neighbouring countries in accordance with agreements reached between Botswana and regional/ international bodies in order to restore any perceived situation to normalcy. For more information, contact: The Commander, Special Support Group P O Box 40116 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3957136/ 3957272 Fax: (+267) 3903305.

The branch is charged with the responsibility of maintaining adequate supplies. The branch also has a critical responsibility of developing and monitoring the Procurement and Supply Chain Management (SCM) of the BPS. For more information, contact: Director, Stores and Procurement Branch Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3605563 Fax: (+267) 3953639.

The Branch oversees all strategy related activities and facilitates the strategic direction of the organisation; this involves strategy formulation, strategy execution, monitoring and evaluation. The main function of the branch is to ensure performance improvement through the appropriate application of strategy management protocols. The other area within the SDPM Branch is Public Relations Unit which is responsible for performing a wide array of public relations activities instrumental in moving law enforcement from a closed to a more open system of communication. For more information contact: Director, Strategy Development and Performance Monitoring Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3993901 Fax: (+267) 3958492.

The Legal Services Branch ensures that the organisation operates within legal frameworks, providing counsel on compliance, regulatory issues, and mitigating legal risks. For more information contact: Director, Legal Services Private Bag 0012 Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3622000 Fax: (+267) 3914833