General elections represent a fundamental right for every eligible Motswana to choose their political leadership, and safeguarding this right is paramount, emphasized President Dr. Mokgweetsi Masisi. Speaking at the 50th Botswana Police Service Senior Officers Annual Conference in Gaborone on February 20, Dr. Masisi underscored the crucial role of the Botswana Police Service in ensuring a safe, secure, and peaceful environment for the smooth conduct of elections. He urged the police force to uphold the rule of law impartially throughout the electoral process, both in the lead-up to the elections and afterward. "Botswana and the international community expect a democratic, fair, and credible electoral process. The credibility of our national elections hinges largely on the effective facilitation and enforcement of electoral processes and legislation, from political campaigns to election day itself. As a critical stakeholder in this process, I urge you to prepare diligently and deliver effectively on your mandate," stated Dr. Masisi. Dr. Masisi advised police leadership to mobilize resources and educate officers about their electoral mandate and law enforcement expectations well in advance to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process. He assured the police force of the government's continuous provision of necessary resources for effective law enforcement, including manpower, infrastructure, transportation, and information technology, to enhance police efficiency and effectiveness. "As previously announced during the State of the Nation Address, the government will increase manpower to enhance police visibility. This is evidenced by the approval of 1,000 trainees for the 2022/2023 financial year and another 1,000 for the current financial year 2023/2024," Dr. Masisi affirmed. The President highlighted the deployment of additional resources to reduce crime and enhance public safety. He reiterated the government's commitment to constructing additional police facilities, including stations, institutional houses, and specialized facilities such as child-friendly centers, to bring services closer to the people and enable effective policing. Dr. Masisi also emphasized the importance of aligning with the government's Reset and Reclaim agenda priorities, including digitalization, value chain development, and mindset change, as drivers of transformation toward national prosperity. In the pursuit of national goals, particularly achieving prosperity for all by 2036 and elevating the national economy to an upper-income status, Dr. Masisi stressed the government's commitment to prioritizing people's safety and security. "Safety and security are fundamental to our achievements. I encourage all members of the Botswana Police Service to remain disciplined, uphold the rule of law, adhere to organizational values, respect human rights, and serve as exemplary models at all times," concluded Dr. Masisi.