Near Bagali
Assistant Commissioner Near Bagali serves as a spokesperson for the Botswana Police Service, where he provides critical insights into crime trends and public safety issues in Botswana. Recently, he highlighted a significant decrease in gender-based violence (GBV) during the Easter holidays, reporting a 47% reduction in GBV-related offences compared to the previous year. Bagali emphasized the importance of peaceful conflict resolution and community engagement in preventing violence, while addressing ongoing concerns about domestic assault and other violent crimes.
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Recent news mentions
Near Bagali is the BPS Public Relations Officer who commented on the officer's suspension.
Vigilante cop suspended for mob assault/murder :: Mmegi Online
Botswana· 2026-02-05
Near Bagali disclosed that the deceased was stationed at the Urban Police Station in Gaborone.
Senior police officer found dead in suspected suicide :: Mmegi OnlineBotswana· 2025-11-12Near Bagali is the Public Relations Officer for the Botswana Police Service.
No breakthrough in the Ramotswa murder case :: Mmegi OnlineBotswana· 2025-06-12
Near Bagali confirmed the incident to MmegiOnline.
Man jumps from Itowers in suspected suicide :: Mmegi OnlineBotswana· 2025-05-06Assistant Commissioner Near Bagali stated that for the first time in several years, no gender based murder was recorded over the four-day weekend.
GBV down by 47% during the Easter holidays :: Mmegi OnlineBotswana· 2025-04-28