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The Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (‘‘BOCRA’’ or ‘‘The Authority’’) informs the public that it has developed an online self-service platform that allows prospective and existing Licensees to apply for Radio Communications Licences (RCL’s) remotely. Applicants can access this online service platform via the BOCRA website at “www.bocra.org,bw” and explore the ‘WebCp Licence Application’ function to execute the following;

i. Submit new applications
ii. Submit applications for addition of new equipment to the existing licence
iii. View Licence

The public is therefore notified that BOCRA will no longer accept manual applications for Radio Communications Licences or for addition of new equipment to the existing licence starting from 1st October 2021.

However, application for substitution/replacement of equipment shall be submitted in writing to:

BOCRA Chief Executive
Private Bag 00495
Gaborone

Applications may also be hand delivered to the:

BOCRA Head Office  
Plot 50671
Independence Avenue 
Gaborone

Should you need any assistance in submitting applications online or need clarity on this matter, you may contact the following officers;

Mr. Ogotseng Mogopodi 
368 5556 
mogopodi@bocra.org.bw

Ms. Lone Morapedi
368 5590 
morapedi@bocra.org.bw

Ms. Ratanang Nkganetsang 
368 5538 
nkganetsang@bocra.org.bw

The Ministry of Transport and Communications, BOCRA and stakeholders are hosting a series of events to promote Cybersecurity Awareness. This  is  the start of Week 2 of Cyber Awareness Month. This week, the programme focuses on Critical Infrastructure Protection Seminar series.  Please note that this seminar is hosted on Zoom platform.  

Below is the invitation for the Zoom sessions. It is set up for all four days . The participants will need to use the link to register for the sessions and then will have access to all four.

You are invited to the Botswana Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Seminar Series.

When: Oct 11 - 14, 2021 09:00 AM Gaborone Time

Register in advance for this meeting:

https://nico-org-uk.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0td-qgqj4jH9GS7kwXJuZMNm…

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

CLICK HERE to download, Public Tender Notice - SUPPLY, INSTALLATION AND COMMISSIONING OF ICT EQUIPMENT AT FIFTY-NINE (59) GOVERNMENT PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN KWENENG DISTRICT.

CLICK HERE to download, Public Tender Notice - SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION OF INTERGRATED FM TRANSMITTER SYSTEMS AT MABUTSANE, MALAU, SENYAMADI AND PHITSHANE - MOLOPO SITES FOR THE UNIVERSAL ACCESS AND SERVICE FUND.

CLICK HERE to download the BOCRA'S Newsletter.

BOCRA has approved new products and services. CLICK HERE to download.

CLICK HERE to download BOCRA's Ruling on VBN v BTC - VDSL Offering.

APPLICATION NOTICE

BOTSWANA COMMUNICATIONS REGULATORY AUTHORITY

REFERENCE NO: BOCRA/2/7/12/21

INTERNATIONAL MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECTRUM (IMT) LICENCES FOR THE PROVISION OF MOBILE BROADBAND WIRELESS ACCESS SERVICES

Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA/ the Authority) hereby invites companies to submit applications for International Mobile Telecommunications Spectrum (IMT) Licences. This is for the Provision of Mobile Broadband Wireless Access Services in the Spectrum Bands 450 – 470 MHz, 790 - 862 MHz, 2110-2200 MHz, 3400 – 3600 MHz and 2500-2690 for Broadband Wireless Access. The Invitation to Apply (ITA) can be downloaded from BOCRA website www.bocra.org.bw

Applications and all supporting documents should be submitted not later than 10:00hrs on 7th October 2021 or such other later date as the Authority may advise in writing, in the Tender Box located at the following address:

Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority
Plot 50671 Independence Avenue
Private Bag 00495
Gaborone

Applications will be opened at 10:05hrs on 7th October 2021 at the BOCRA offices. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, bidders and the general public will not be allowed to attend the opening. Tender opening results will be shared with bidders through BOCRA Website.

Applicants shall be required to pay a non-refundable Licence Application Fee of Twelve Thousand Five Hundred and Forty Pula (P12,540) (VAT Inclusive) to BOCRA on submission of the application document.

For any further information regarding the tender, please contact:

Procurement Office at:  368 5500/09/33/34
Contact email:               procurement@bocra.org.bw

CLICK HERE to download INVITATION TO APPLY FOR INTERNATIONAL MOBILE TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECTRUM (IMT) LICENCES FOR THE PROVISION OF MOBILE BROADBAND WIRELESS ACCESS SERVICES.

CLICK HERE to download Type Approval Verification Guidelines (Sim-Enabled Devices) 2020.

The Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA or the Authority) hereby invites experienced and reputable companies to tender for the Supply and Delivery of ICT Equipment for Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority.

The tender is reserved for 100% citizen-owned companies who are registered with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Board (PPADB) under the following code and subcode;

Code 203: Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical and ICT Supplies
Subcode 01: Electrical and Electronic Equipment, Spares, and Accessories (includes ICT, photographic equipment, and others).

Youth owned companies in Botswana shall purchase the ITT at 50% of the purchase price as per Presidential Directive CAB 14 (B)/2015.

The Invitation to Tender (ITT) document may be purchased at the BOCRA Head Office by interested companies at a non-refundable fee of P570.00 (Five Hundred and Seventy Pula Only) VAT inclusive effective 31 May 2021. Payment must be made in the form of bank transfer or deposits to the following bank details:

Bank Name: First National Bank Botswana Ltd
Branch Name: Mall
Branch Code: 28-28-67
Account Name: Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority
Bank Account No: 62011115088
Swift Code: FIRNBWGX 
Reference: BTA0001
  
Tender documents shall be issued upon provision of Proof of Payment (POP). All funds transfer bank charges shall be borne by the bidder.
Bids and all supporting documents should be submitted not later than 10:00hrs on 12 July 2021 or such other later date as the Authority may advise in writing, at the Tender box located at:

Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority Plot 50671,
Independence Avenue
Gaborone

Bids will be opened at 10:05 HRS on the 12 July 2021 at the BOCRA offices. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, bidders and the general public will not be allowed to attend the opening. Tender opening results will be shared with bidders through BOCRA Website.

The BOCRA Procurement Regulations and Procedures shall apply to this tender.

Notwithstanding anything in the foregoing, the Authority is not bound to accept the lowest or any tender offer.

For any further information regarding the tender, please contact:

Contact email: procurement@bocra.org.bw