Facilitation of journalists (local and international) for news coverage in the Botswana. The application must be submitted at least one month before the intended travel to Botswana.
Journalist
Download, complete and submit the Press Accreditation Form with the relevant supporting documents.
- Copies of the first two pages of the applicant’s passport
- Two (2) passport sized photos
An official assignment letter from the media organisation.
This letter should the following:
- Confirm that the journalist/photographer is on an assignment for the news agency/newspaper/station
- State the event or topic the journalist/photographer is covering
- Provide the time frame required for coverage
- Provide a copy of the press card or other form of identification that confirms that the journalist is employed by the specific media house.
Three (3) working days.
Botswana Government Communication & Information Systems
Private Bag 001
Plot 211 Tsheko Road (near Gaborone Senior Secondary School)
Gaborone,
Botswana
Email address: bgcis [at] gov.bw (bgcis[at]gov[dot]bw)
Botswana Government Communication & Information Systems
Private Bag 001
Plot 211 Tsheko Road (near Gaborone Senior Secondary School)
Gaborone,
Botswana
Tel. (+267) 3698558 / 3698562
Email: bgcis [at] gov.bw
Opening hours: 07:30 to 12:45 then 13:45 to 16:30, Monday to Friday except, public holidays.
