Mr. Thari G. Pheko, Chief Executive Of BOCRA Retires

The Board of Botswana Communications Regulatory Authority (BOCRA) informs the communications industry stakeholders and members of the public that the employment of contract of Mr. Thari G. Pheko as Chief Executive of BOCRA ends on 30 April 2017.  Mr Pheko has chosen to pursue personal interests.  He retires from BOCRA after ten years of meritorious service as Chief Executive, the position he assumed in January 2007.

BOCRA appreciates and expresses its gratitude to Mr Pheko for his sterling leadership and the invaluable contribution he made towards the growth of communications sector in Botswana.

The Board assures all stakeholders that Mr Pheko leaves behind a team of dedicated professional staff to ensure uninterrupted continuity of the regulatory environment. 

Mr Tshoganetso Kepaletswe has since been appointed act as Chief Executive with effect from 1 May 2017.  Mr Kepaletswe has a wealth of regulatory experience having been with BOCRA since October 1997.  He is an Engineer by profession who served in various capacities up to the level of Deputy Chief Executive responsible for regulatory affairs. 

The Board pledges its unwavering support to Mr Tshoganetso Kepaletswe and wishes him all the success in his new role as Acting Chief Executive.

Contact:  Aaron Nyelesi
Deputy Director Corporate Communications