Monuments and Relics Act (Botswana)

The Monuments and Relics Act is an Act of the Parliament of Botswana, enacted in 2001, for the protection and conservation of national monuments, relics, and protected heritage areas. It establishes the office of the Commissioner of Monuments and Relics, who is responsible for advising the Minister on matters of heritage protection. The Act grants the Minister authority to enter into written agreements with owners of heritage sites, artifacts, or protected areas to ensure their preservation. It also permits the State to acquire ownership of heritage property when necessary and requires official authorization for any excavation or research at designated sites.