Zimbabwean Murder Suspect Escapes From Gaborone Women’s Prison

The Botswana Prison Service (BPS) says a Zimbabwean woman escaped from Gaborone Women’s Prison at around midday on Wednesday, 4 February 2026.

In a statement, BPS public relations officer Senior Superintendent Oagile Kojane said the escapee is Stella Sibanda, a 50-year-old Zimbabwean national who lives in Kopong’s Mashibitlse Ward. She was being held on remand on a murder charge. Added Kojane:

“Members of the Prison Service and other security organs are following the escape.

“The Prison Service appeals to members of the Public to assist with information leading to the recapture.

“Anyone with information leading to the arrest of the prisoner should contact Gaborone Women Prison at 3956276/73603794 or Public Relations Office at 73083274.

“Members of the public can also report to the nearest Police Station or Prison.”

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