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Africa-Press – Botswana. <\/strong><\/span>An unprecedented 32,000 applications for firearms inundate Botswana Police Service in 2023, raising concerns about potential threats to national security.<\/b><\/p>\n

Speaking to journalists at his office in Gaborone recently, the Minister of Defence and Security, Kagiso Mmusi, said the surge in requests for firearms licences is due to a growing public perception that self-protection is becoming a pressing necessity.<\/p>\n

However, he expressed concern about the potential fallout of widespread civilian gun ownership, saying it could lead to chaos and uncontrollable situations.<\/p>\n

Proper monitoring<\/p>\n

Firmly rejecting the idea of arming ordinary citizens, Minister Mmusi stated: \u201cWe cannot allow such a situation to happen. The government is committed to maintaining a peaceful country.\u201d<\/p>\n

Proposing an alternative approach, the minister spoke of strengthening private security companies with comprehensive training in firearm handling rather than empowering individuals with firearms.<\/p>\n

He said entrusting such responsibilities to the private sector will ensure proper monitoring and accountability, with the added benefit of creating employment opportunities for Batswana.<\/p>\n

Private security licensing board<\/p>\n

Minister Mmusi expressed confidence in the private security licensing board and its role in facilitating firearm licencing.<\/p>\n

He emphasised the board\u2019s importance in establishing robust systems and processes, citing legal provisions for the arming of private companies.<\/p>\n

The minister iterated that the ministry\u2019s top priority is ensuring the safety and security of Botswana and its people.<\/p>\n

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