News & Events
In pursuit of the BOCRA (the Authority) mandate for the consumer protection and implementation of Type Approval requirements, the Type Approval Verification Guidelines were developed to address the distribution, sale and use of Non-Compliant SIM- Enabled devices in Botswana. These Guidelines were developed through a consultative process and will be implemented from April 2022 henceforth.Click here to download the Invitation Letter.
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-qgqj4jH9GS7kwXJuZMNmU...
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 Type Approval Verification Guidelines (Sim-Enabled Devices) 2020.
