Branded sender IDs

Sender ID in Botswana

Show your brand name on every SMS you send in Botswana. eSMS Africa registers alphanumeric sender IDs with Mascom, Orange & BTC and manages the registration, documentation and approval lead time for you.

Direct routes to 3 networks Delivery reports BWP 0.25 per SMS

Networks in Botswana

MascomOrangeBTC

Country code

+267

Status

Production

Why eSMS Africa

Sender ID in Botswana, done properly

Branded alphanumeric sender IDs

Replace a plain number with up to 11 characters of your brand name on messages to Botswana, so recipients instantly recognize and trust your SMS.

We handle operator registration

Sender-ID rules differ by operator in Botswana. We submit and manage registration with Mascom, Orange, BTC and tell you exactly what each requires.

Requirements & documentation

Some networks in Botswana require pre-registration, a business document or a use-case description. We tell you what is needed up front and prepare the submission.

Pre-registration for OTP & transactional

Register the sender IDs you use for OTP, alerts and marketing in Botswana so your critical messages are never blocked for an unregistered ID.

Step by step

How to register an SMS sender ID in Botswana

1
Choose your sender ID. Pick up to 11 characters of your brand name for Botswana.
2
Submit for registration. Submit it with eSMS Africa for Botswana.
3
Operator approval. We register it with Mascom, Orange & BTC and prepare any documents the network requires.
4
Send branded. Once approved, your Botswana SMS - OTP, alerts and campaigns - are sent from your branded name.

How it works

Registering a sender ID in Botswana

Choose your sender ID

Pick up to 11 characters of your brand name for Botswana. We check the format and availability rules for each operator.

We submit to the operators

We register it with Mascom, Orange & BTC and prepare any documents or use-case description the network requires.

Approved and live

Once approved, your Botswana SMS - OTP, alerts and campaigns - are sent from your branded name.

Local pricing

Sender ID pricing in Botswana

Basic

BWP0.35

per SMS

Business

BWP0.3

per SMS

Enterprise

BWP0.25

per SMS

Prices reflect live rates for Botswana. See the full pricing page or contact sales for volume rates.

FAQ

Sender ID in Botswana: common questions

Can I register a branded sender ID in Botswana?

Yes. eSMS Africa registers alphanumeric sender IDs with Mascom, Orange & BTC in Botswana and manages the approval process for you.

How long does sender-ID approval take in Botswana?

Lead time depends on the operator in Botswana - some approve within days, others require pre-registration that takes longer. We give you the current timeline when you apply.

What are the sender-ID requirements in Botswana?

Requirements vary by network in Botswana and can include a business registration document and a description of your use case. We tell you exactly what each operator needs.

How many characters can a sender ID have?

Alphanumeric sender IDs are typically up to 11 characters. We check availability and format rules for Botswana before submitting.

Do I need a registered sender ID for OTP in Botswana?

For reliable OTP and transactional delivery in Botswana, a registered sender ID is strongly recommended - some operators block unregistered alphanumeric IDs.