The Botswana Examinations Council (BEC) plays a crucial role in the administration and regulation of national examinations in Botswana. As of August 1, 2021, Dr. Moreetsi Thobega has been serving as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the BEC. His appointment was made by the Minister of Basic Education, Honourable Fidelis Molao, in conjunction with the BEC Board.
Dr. Moreetsi Thobega: The Leader of BEC
Dr. Moreetsi Thobega brings extensive experience and expertise to the Botswana Examinations Council. As CEO, he oversees the council’s overall strategic direction, ensuring the integrity and efficiency of Botswana’s examination system.
Under his leadership, the BEC has continued to uphold its mission of providing credible and high-quality examination and assessment services. He is also responsible for supervising various specialized support divisions within the Office of the CEO, which include:
- Office of Strategy Management (OSM) – Ensuring that BEC’s strategic goals align with national education objectives.
- Compliance and Quality Assurance (CQA) – Maintaining high examination and assessment standards.
- Internal Audit (IA) – Strengthening transparency and accountability in BEC operations.
- Legal Services Division (LSD) – Overseeing legal compliance and policy matters.
- Corporate Communications Division (CCD) – Managing BEC’s public relations and communication efforts.
Botswana Examinations Council: A Key Institution
The BEC was established by an Act of Parliament in 2002, making it a corporate body responsible for conducting national examinations such as the Junior Certificate Examination (JCE) and the Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE).
One of the most important functions of the BEC is the timely release of examination results. In 2025, the Junior Certificate (JC) results were released in the last week of January, while the Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) results were made available in the third week of February.