Mohwasa commits to maintain public

Every government is entrusted with many responsibilities, but none is more fundamental than protecting the lives, dignity and aspirations of its people. Supporting the law enforcement agencies is therefore not merely an operational responsibility but it is an investment in public confidence, national stability and the future of the country. The minister for State President, Defence and Security, Mr Moeti Mohwasa made the remarks during the official handover of 28 leased vehicles to the Botswana Police on Friday at Maun Sports Complex noting that the government remained committed to building public institutions that were responsive, efficient and citizen-centred.

He appreciated that the initiative reflected government determination to modernise public service delivery, strengthen operational efficiency and build a Botswana Police Service that was better equipped to meet the evolving needs of the nation The initiative, he said was about keeping more police vehicles on the road, reducing operational disruptions and enabling officers to focus on what they do best, protecting the people of Botswana. “This pilot project reflects our commitment to ensuring that every pula entrusted to government delivers maximum public value. Fiscal responsibility is not about spending less; it is about spending wisely.

It is about ensuring that public resources produce better outcomes for the people we serve. If a different approach can improve operational efficiency while maintaining accountability and value for money, then it is our duty to evaluate it objectively and responsibly,” he added. Mr Mohwasa appreciated that the vehicles would indeed strengthen the ability of the police to serve the people more effectively ensuring that when a citizen reaches out for help, officers have the means to respond without unnecessary delay.

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Every operational vehicle placed on the road, he said strengthens visible policing, improves emergency response and enhances the ability of the Police Service to fulfil its constitutional mandate. Security, he said is the foundation upon which development is built citing that without safety, businesses cannot grow, children cannot learn with confidence, tourists cannot enjoy the country’s beauty and communities cannot thrive.

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