Managed security services in Botswana

Security considerations in Botswana

Programs in Botswana usually centre on Gaborone, with additional sites in Francistown or in the tourism towns of the north. A managed program applies the same Post Orders, supervision and reporting format at each site and coordinates with shopping centre and office park security. English is the official business language and Setswana is spoken throughout the country.

Safari tourism peaks in the dry season from about May to October, and retail traffic rises over the December holidays. Coverage plans should include relief officers, seasonal reinforcement, procedures for heat at outdoor posts and supervision arrangements for sites far from Gaborone.

• Gaborone CBD
• Main Mall
• Masa Square
• Game City
• Riverwalk
• Airport Junction
• Francistown
• Maun

How MGP delivers coverage in Botswana

Coverage in Botswana runs on the MGP Global Partner Program: MGP designs and manages the programme, and officers are supplied by vetted local security partners and held to MGP Post Orders.

Private security regulation in Botswana

The licensing requirements for private security companies in Botswana are confirmed with local partners before work begins.

Cities in Botswana

• Gaborone
• Francistown
• Maun
• Kasane
• Palapye
• Lobatse

Coverage in other locations, including Selebi-Phikwe, Jwaneng, Serowe and Ghanzi, is arranged on request.

Frequently asked questions

Does MGP hold its own security licence in Botswana?

No. MGP does not hold a private security licence in Botswana. Officers are employed by vetted security companies that hold the licences required in Botswana, and MGP manages the program, its standards and its reporting.

What languages do the officers speak?

Officers speak English and Setswana. For hotels, lodges and corporate reception posts, the required language level is set out in each site’s Post Orders.

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