Crime-detecting cameras near usage
Tuesday, March 03, 2026 | 160 Views |
Cameras to go live in and around Gaborone will detect offences, including running a red light PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE
According to the publication, cameras to go live in and around Gaborone will detect offences including running a red light, driving over the speed limit, vehicles not registered in accordance with the Act, not wearing a seat belt, using a mobile device whilst driving, failure to obey road markings and signs, and driving on an unauthorised lane.
In the regulations, a police officer, traffic inspector, or any person authorised by the minister shall serve the owner of the alleged offending vehicle with a notice, where an authorised officer is satisfied that the owner of the alleged offending vehicle has committed an offence detected by a detecting device.
Batswana who marched peacefully for 'Justice for Tshepi' demanded answers. They have now received a detailed account of police investigation and a promise that the file is with the Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The real test is whether the state now keeps its word without further prodding. In his address, the minister asked the nation to trust the process. He spoke of rigour, not neglect, and pointed to 10 months of...