Following intensive investigations, Botswana Police on Sunday (22/11/2025), arrested a Zimbabwean man, Evans Sivechere, aged 29, at Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, for 11 Counts of Fraud.

The accused, who is a Director of Diamond Migration (PTY) Ltd, operating in Gaborone, was arraigned before the Village Magistrate Court today (25/11/2025).

According to the charge sheet, between October last year and 23/10/2025, the accused and his company, allegedly defrauded 11 individuals of a cumulative amount exceeding P240,000.00, under the pretext that the company was securing them employment opportunities abroad and processing work permits on their behalf.

Victims reportedly submitted all the required documents and payments, only to later discover that they have been swindled, as the promised jobs never materialised.

The fraudulent promises reportedly involved job placements in several countries, including Ireland, Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Republic of Luxembourg, Republic of Finland, Republic of Poland and Greece.

Police investigators have indicated that additional charges may be forthcoming as investigations continue. The accused has since been remanded in Prison and is expected to reappear before Court on 01/12/2025.

The Botswana Police Service urges members of the public to remain vigilant when engaging with migration or recruitment agencies, and to verify the legitimacy of entities before making payments.