Protecting Communities, Building Trust
Committed to Public Safety
Integrity in Law Enforcement
Serving with Integrity, Ensuring Safety
The South Ethiopia Police Commission is committed to professional law enforcement through community partnership, transparency, and proactive crime prevention.
We dont believe in pruning children into identical shapes. Instead, we create a thriving ecosystem where each wildflower student can grow in their own uniquely beautiful and resilient way, contributing to a vibrant whole.
We recognize and nurture the innate potential in every child. Our mission is to guide them from their first spark of curiosity to becoming well-rounded, resilient individuals who provide shade and support for others
Dedicated to maintaining peace and security across South Ethiopia through responsive policing and collaborative community engagement.
Our Services

Police Commission Overview

About Our Commission

This video provides an overview of our Police Commission's mission, responsibilities, and commitment to maintaining the highest standards of law enforcement professionalism and community safety.

About South Ethiopia Police

Serving the community since 1995 with dedication and professionalism. Serving the community since 1995 with dedication and professionalism. Serving the community since 1995 with dedication and professionalism. Serving the community since 1995 with dedication and professionalism.

Our History & Commitment

The South Ethiopia Police Department was established in 1995 to serve the growing population of the Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples Region. Over the years, we have evolved into a modern law enforcement agency equipped with the latest technology and training methodologies. Our jurisdiction covers over 10 major cities and 50+ towns across the region, serving a population of more than 15 million people. We operate with a community-centric approach, believing that public safety is a shared responsibility between law enforcement and the communities we serve.

29
Years of Service
40+
Countries
10+
Major Cities
600+
Staff Members

Our Mission, Vision & Core Values

The guiding principles that define who we are and how we serve

Our Mission

Beteseb Charity Association-BCA strives to promote the general well-being of street children, orphans, and highly vulnerable children by: 

  • Providing basic needs such as; Shelter with Affection, Nutritious food, Health Care and Education, Formal Education, Vocational Training, and Life Skills and Guidance [Institutional Care]
  • Preventing children from harsh street life through economically empowering their families. [Home-based support] - Prevention from street life 

Our Vision


To see street children, orphans, and highly vulnerable children turn into physically, socially, and economically productive members of the community 

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Our Core Values

Children First

Compassion

Collaboration 

Our Services

Comprehensive police services for the South Ethiopia community

Specialized

Cyber Crime Unit

Report online fraud, cyber harassment, and get assistance with digital security.

Community

Community Policing

Neighborhood watch programs, community meetings, and crime prevention workshops.kk

How to Access Our Services

In Person

Visit any of our 60+ police stations across South Ethiopia during working hours (8:00 AM - 6:00 PM).

By Phone

Call our service hotline at 092-111-2233 for general inquiries (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM).

Online

Access most services through our website 24/7, including incident reporting and certificate applications.

Mobile App

Download our mobile app "SEP Services" from Google Play Store for on-the-go access.

Our Leadership Team

Meet the dedicated professionals leading our police department

Comm. Tishager

Comm. Tishager

Commander
Years Experience

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News Articles

Recent News from Our News Room

Police Officer Graduation
OFFICIAL
General January 25, 2026

Police Officer Graduation

Cybercrime knows no borders, and neither should our efforts to combat it," said Cybercrime Unit Head Inspector Mikias Tesfaye. "This operation demonstrates our capability to tackle complex digital crimes....

By Aster Belete

Cybercrime Unit Makes Major Breakthrough in Online Fraud Investigation
CYBERCRIME
Cyber Security April 18, 2024

Cybercrime Unit Makes Major Breakthrough in Online Fraud Investigation

The newly established Cybercrime Investigation Unit of the South Ethiopia Police Commission has successfully dismantled an international online fraud ring, recovering 30 million Birr for victims.

By Cybercrime Reporter

Traffic Safety Campaign Reduces Road Fatalities by 45% in Southern Ethiopia
PUBLIC SAFETY
Traffic Safety April 5, 2024

Traffic Safety Campaign Reduces Road Fatalities by 45% in Southern Ethiopia

A comprehensive traffic safety initiative by the South Ethiopia Police Commission has resulted in a 45% reduction in road fatalities and a 60% decrease in serious injuries across major highways.

By Transport Reporter

Community Testimonials

What our community members say about our services

Choosing a school for both our children felt like our biggest decision. FreeSeeds focus on EQ for our little one and critical thinking for our eldest convinced us. We see it daily: our younger one now names his emotions instead of just crying, and our older one debates global issues at the dinner table with respect and logic. They are growing into confident, kind, and curious individuals. The parent workshops have even changed how we communicate at home. This is the disruption education needed

Mr. Kebede

We were worried our daughter was losing her spark in a system that only valued right answers. At FreeSeed, they value her questions. The transformation has been incredible. She now comes home buzzing with ideas for her 'Eco-House' project, and just last week she calmly explained how she used her 'feelings chart' to resolve a disagreement. This isn't just school; it's a foundation for life. FreeSeed is nurturing the empathetic, innovative leader we always hoped she could become.

Tesfaye Girma

Share Your Experience

Note: All testimonials are reviewed before being published.

Report & Services

Access our services and report incidents

Report an Incident

Note: For emergencies, please call 911 immediately.

Missing Persons Registry

Currently Missing Persons

No missing persons records found.

Crime Statistics (2024)

Crime TypeTotal Incidents
Burglary295
Assault259
Fraud212
Traffic Violation207
Theft81
Crime statistics are updated monthly and help us allocate resources effectively to combat crime in our communities.

Emergency Contacts

Anti-Corruption

Phone: 095-444-5566

Email: anticorruption@sep.gov.et

Location: Internal Affairs

Anti-Corruption

Phone: 095-444-5566

Email: anticorruption@sep.gov.et

Location: Internal Affairs

Cyber Crime

Phone: 093-987-6543

Email: cyber@sep.gov.et

Location: Digital Division

Cyber Crime

Phone: 093-987-6543

Email: cyber@sep.gov.et

Location: Digital Division

General Emergency

Phone: 911

Email: emergency@sep.gov.et

Location: Main Headquarters

General Emergency

Phone: 911

Email: emergency@sep.gov.et

Location: Main Headquarters

Traffic Police

Phone: 092-123-4567

Email: traffic@sep.gov.et

Location: Hawassa Main Road

Traffic Police

Phone: 092-123-4567

Email: traffic@sep.gov.et

Location: Hawassa Main Road

Women & Children

Phone: 094-111-2233

Email: women@sep.gov.et

Location: Special Protection Unit

Women & Children

Phone: 094-111-2233

Email: women@sep.gov.et

Location: Special Protection Unit