The quality of governance has played an important role in Botswana’s development to date, but as the economy grows and changes, new challenges are becoming apparent and governance has to adapt successfully, hence the importance of public sector reforms, and ensuring that public sector projects are efficiently managed. Public administration has to adapt to new methods of interacting with the public, hence the successful adoption of e-Governance is crucial. Public policy will also evolve, and this will require analysis of the potential impact of policies before they are introduced and evidence-based evaluation of their actual impact. Finally, although corruption remains low, it is nevertheless of increasing concern. There are two research themes in this area, namely: Public Sector Service Delivery; and Political Economy of Development. http://knowledge.bidpa.bw:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/2 2026-04-14T20:03:20Z 2026-04-14T20:03:20Z Samboma, Thabile A. http://knowledge.bidpa.bw:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/173 2023-08-16T11:17:17Z 2022-11-01T00:00:00Z

Child Sexual Abuse in Botswana Samboma, Thabile A. ABSTRACT Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) in Botswana, is a big social problem with proven lifelong effects on the victims. Botswana has established various child protection institutions (CPI) and amended children’s protection laws in order to ensure that, children are safe from all harm. However, despite this development, CSA cases in Botswana are still on the rise. This study is the first to evaluate the effectiveness of child protection institutions in Botswana. A case study method was used in Old Naledi, and Letlhakeng where interview with 21 participants were conducted. Findings of the study revealed that there is;(i) the absence of a national child strategy; (ii) poor coordination of child protection institutions (iii) weak child legislation framework (iv) lack of capacity (v) inadequately financed child protection (vi) lack of systematic data collection (vii) lack of evidence base research; (viii) decline of family structure and (iv) lack of public awareness. All these combined, have been found to be a hindrance to the effectiveness of child protection institutions in Botswana. The study recommends as follows; there is need to review Children’s Act of 2009, there is need to develop national child protection strategy, strengthen coordination of CPI, increase allocation of resources, create a centralised database on CSA and strengthen evidence base research on CSA in Botswana. The series comprises of papers which reflect work in progress or limited research efforts, which may be of interest to researchers and policy makers, or of a public education character. Working papers may already have been published elsewhere or may appear in other publications.

2022-11-01T00:00:00Z Omotoye, Marumo http://knowledge.bidpa.bw:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/171 2023-03-28T12:58:37Z 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z

Barriers to Effective Whistleblowing in Botswana Omotoye, Marumo dopting Botswana’s construction industry as a case study, this Policy Brief examines key barriers to effective whistleblowing in Botswana. Data were drawn from 117 construction firms and interviews with regulators of this sector. Despite the enactment of the Whistleblowing Act 2016, the study finds the following key barriers to effective whistleblowing: (i) fear of retaliation or punishment, (ii) fear of job loss, (iii) absence of organisational whistleblowing policies, (iv) lack of incentive to report, (v) lack of education on whistleblowing, and (vi) insufficient action and follow-up on disclosures by authorities. From a policy perspective, there is a need to strengthen the existing legal protection offered to whistleblowers, their families and associates to ensure they are not subject to harm, retaliation or victimisation. There is also a need to increase levels of education and awareness on whistleblowing in general, and the Whistleblowing Act 2016 in particular. Policy brief

2022-01-01T00:00:00Z Omotoye, Marumo http://knowledge.bidpa.bw:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/156 2021-09-10T10:01:30Z 2020-03-01T00:00:00Z

Whistleblowing in Botswana's Construction Industry Omotoye, Marumo The construction industry (CI) is considered one of the most corrupt both internationally and regionally. Therefore, this study examined the views and attitudes of professionals in Botswana’s CI towards the role whistleblowing (or protected disclosure) can play in curbing corruption in the sector. A convergent mixed methods approach was adopted. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with key stakeholders from the construction industry. Furthermore, a self-administered survey was utilised to collect quantitative data from 117 construction firms. Data revealed that there was little awareness of whistleblowing legislation. Fear of retaliation or punishment and job loss, and a lack of education on whistleblowing were identified as some of the most substantial barriers to effective whistleblowing in the industry. From a public policy perspective, it is recommended that an emphasis be placed on improving levels of education and awareness on whistleblowing in the construction sector. In addition, there should be consideration to amend the Whistleblowing Act 2016 to include construction industry regulators, the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Board, and private media amongst the list of institutions authorised to receive reports of impropriety in order to extend the scope of legal protection to whistleblowers in the sector. Recommendations for further research are provided. The series comprises of papers which reflect work in progress or limited research efforts, which may be of interest to researchers and policy makers, or of a public education character. Working papers may already have been published elsewhere or may appear in other publications.

2020-03-01T00:00:00Z Kaboyakgosi, Gape http://knowledge.bidpa.bw:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/155 2021-06-14T11:49:02Z 2000-03-01T00:00:00Z

Fiscal Transparency and Participation in Botswana's Budgetary Process Kaboyakgosi, Gape The major objective of this proposal is to look at the budgetary process in Botswana in order to assess how that process fits into the new governance paradigm that encourages transparency and participation. A great part of this new approach to good governance is the growth of influence by the civil society and the private sector. The second objective of this proposal is to suggest ways and means of enhancing the transparency and participatory nature of Botswana's budgetary process

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