Botswana: The Chairperson of Dianthula Farmers Cluster, Mokganedi Ramo has appreciated the Botswana Police Service (BPS) for their efforts to prevent stock theft. The Police service introduced the Operation Kgomokhumo with the aim of fighting stock theft in the country.
The agriculture stakeholders of the agriculture sector of Botswana are happy with the steps and efforts of the Police Service. The Chairperson of Dianthula Farmers Cluster made these remarks on Tuesday. He was, at the time attending a meeting organised by the cluster at Tsorogwane lands near Kumakwane.
Dianthula Farmers Cluster consists of farmers from Mogonono, Kolobeng, Goorasekwena, Bareetseng, Seokangwane and Tsorogwane lands.
As per the organizers, the aim of the meeting was to discuss key issues like stock theft prevention strategies. The theft of stock animals is a major cause of concern for the people of the country the farmers have to bear major losses.
Mokganedi Ramo claimed that it was important to strengthen the partnership between them and the Police to curb stock theft in the area. He pledged that they will support Kgomokhumo operatives in every aspect to ensure that they achieve their mandate.
He called on farmers in the area to actively participate in crime prevention initiatives and assist the police. He also asked the members of the group to share the information on stock theft amongst themselves.
He also took the opportunity to share the stock theft prevention tips with the farmers. One of the operatives, Constable Gofaone Mazongo urged the farmers to report any suspicious criminal activities.
The other suggestion included, frequently visiting their cattle posts, consider profiling herders and maintain accurate records of their livestock inventory. He asserted that the farmers must have the descriptions and photographs of the cattle in their possession.
She urged parents or guardians who usually harbour stock theft criminals to desist from such behaviours. She called on the people of Botswana to cooperate with the Police Service to bring such to book.
Kgosi Chomie Seboni of Kumakwane delivered brief remarks at the event. He assured the Police that residents will give them the necessary support.
He also acknowledged that the Police alone cannot succeed in their endeavour. Kgosi Seboni hailed the presence of the operatives in the area saying it gives hope that crime in the area will be reduced.