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Overview

The license allows for lawful sale of explosives in Botswana.

Who is eligible?

Citizens and Non-Citizens.

How do I get this service?

In order to access this service, applicants must follow the steps below;

  • Complete Permit to Purchase, Acquire and Possess Explosives form or Permit to Import and Possess Explosives form.
  • Submit copies of company certificate of incorporation and trading licences including share certificate from the Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA).
  • A letter of appointment is required for the responsible person who should be a blasting licence holder.
  • A certified copy of  a valid national identity card (Omang) for the responsible person or  holder.
  • Arrange storage facility in accordance with the requirement of Explosives Act Cap 24:02.
  • Arrange transportation of explosives according to Explosives Act Cap 24:02.
What supporting documents are required?
  • Permit to Purchase, Acquire and Possess Explosives form.
  • Permit to Import and Possess Explosives form.
  • Copies of company certificate of incorporation.
  • Trading licences.
  • Share certificate from the CIPA.
  • A letter of appointment indicating responsible blasting license holder (BLH).
  • A certified copy of a valid national identity for the responsible BLH or holder.
How long will this service take?

Five (5) working days.

Where can I obtain this service?

Chief Inspector of Explosives

Department of Mines

P/Bag 0049

Gaborone

Botswana

 

Government Enclave, Block 6, Khama Crescent

(housed at Ministry of Basic Education building floor 4)

 

Tel. (+267) 365 7000

Fax. (+267) 395 2141

Email: mines [at] gov.bw (mines[at]gov[dot]bw)

Opening hours: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays

Where can I get more information on this Service

For more information, please contact:

 

Director

Department of Mines

P/Bag 0049

Gaborone

Botswana

 

Government Enclave, Block 6, Khama Crescent

(housed at Ministry of Basic Education building floor 4)

Tel. (+267) 365 7000

Fax. (+267) 395 2141

Email: mines [at] gov.bw (mines[at]gov[dot]bw)