31 January 2021
The Ranks UB Botswana’s Premier Institution of Higher Learning
The 2020/21 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings Report has placed the University of Botswana at the top, cementing its national standing as Botswana’s premier institution of higher learning. Read more
UB-CERC Continues to Impart More Knowledge on Solar Water Heaters
The University of Botswana Clean Energy Research Centre (UB-CERC) continues to equip more Batswana with knowledge on the design, build and install solar water heaters. UB-CERC recently held a two-day dissemination workshop on Solar Water Heaters: Design, Build and Installation. Read more
31 December 2020
Prof Mbongwe is Botswana Representative in UN Expert Group on DDT
Associate Professor of Environmental Health and Toxicology in the Department of Environmental Health, Professor Bontle Mbongwe, has been appointed member of the United Nations Environmental Programme DDT Expert Group under the Stockholm Convention. Read more
UB Graduates Take Up Employment at Africa Practice
Africa Practice, an Africa-focused strategic advisory firm operating at the nexus of industry and government, has appointed Ofile Lesotlho and Gorata Chepete as analysts within its Gaborone office. Read more
UB Leads BHDC Digital Health Technical Working Group
A University of Botswana Computer Science lecturer, Mr Kagiso Ndlovu, has been appointed chairman of the Botswana Health Data Collaborative (BHDC) Digital Health Technical Working Group (TWG). Read more
30 November 2020
BIUST to Hand over Leobo/Kgotla Shelter
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) will be handing over a shelter/leobo to the Palapye Kgotla’s Kgosi Martha Lebang… Read more
CERC-UB is Now UN Climate Technology Centre & Network Member
University of Botswana Clean Energy Research Centre (CERC) has been granted membership of the Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN). Read more
Funding Creates Once in a Lifetime Mentoring Opportunity
The OR Tambo Africa Research Chairs Initiative announced its first 10 research chair holders in October. Read more
Maun, Moeng College Pilot Multiple Pathways
Ministry of Basic Education’s Department of Special Support Services, Acting Director Neo Habangana says her ministry is currently implementing the Education and Training Sector Strategic Plan (ETSSP). Read more
The “Rooftop Solar Programme” Launched. BU Creates History!!!
Botho University had the pleasure of hosting the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology, and Energy Security (MMGE) in collaboration with United States Embassy… Read more
UB Embarks on Study Among Virally Suppressed HIV-Infected Patients
The University of Botswana has embarked on a study to, among others, determine prevalence and longitudinal changes in albuminuria in a clinical setting with high rates of viral suppression among Virally Suppressed HIV-infected Patients in Botswana. Read more
31 October 2020
Sekaka Diamonds Donation to Help Drive New UB Strategy
The donation of a microscope and diamond kimberlite core samples that the Department of Geology recently received from Sekaka Diamonds… Read more
UB Engineering Student Wins P3 Million Rhodes Scholarship
A University of Botswana Engineering student, Ngwenya Tinashe, 24, from Oodi Village in the Kgatleng District has won the 2020 Rhodes Scholarship worth more than P3 million. Read more
30 September 2020
BGCC Chairperson Donates Research and Teaching Material to UB
Botswana Global Environmental Change Committee (BGCC)… has donated a consignment of laptops, satellite machines, books and some electrical equipment to the University of Botswana. Read more
Vice Chancellor Guarantees New Students Memorable UB Experience
Professor Norris highlighted that the new strategy, themed Creating a Future of the Knowledge Generation, was student centred hence committing the University to produce quality and well-rounded employable graduates. Read more
30 August 2020
Classes Commence on August 24 for All Students
The 2020/2021 University of Botswana Academic Calendar has been revised in order to offset the disruptions caused by Greater Gaborone lockdown following an upsurge of new COVID-19 cases recently. Read more
UB Experts Making Valuable Contribution Against COVID-19
Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, says he is excited that the University of Botswana continues to play a pivotal role in the fight against COVID-19 in the country. Read more
31 July 2020
Donations an Investment Towards Botswana’s Human Resource Capital Development
Donations that University of Botswana received from Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Fair Price are no doubt an investment towards Botswana’s human resource capital development drive. Read more
Prof Norris Urges Alumni to Appreciate the Value of Giving Back
“Most of us out there and everybody holding some office position somewhere, one way or the other, has been affected positively by this institution. But I get worried that in Africa we don’t seem to give back to those institutions that made us what we are,” Professor Norris. Read more
UB Adjusts Almanac as Response to COVID-19 Pandemic
The University of Botswana has adjusted the current and next semester almanacs as part of a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. This means that there will be no formal examinations this semester hence assessment of students will be done through continuous assessment. Read more
Vice Chancellor Cautions Students Against Complacency Towards COVID-19
“The virus is real…, it’s real!” warned Professor Norris during a courtesy call the newly elected Student Representative Council (SRC) and Graduate Students Association (GSA) members paid on UB management. Read more
30 June 2020
Preparedness to Start Teaching and Learning Using the Online Blackboard…
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) wishes to update its stakeholders about its preparedness to resume teaching and learning using the online blackboard linked system post lockdown, effective Monday 15th June 2020. Read more
Education Minister Content with UB COVID-19 Health Protocols
The Minister of Tertiary Education, Research Science and Technology, Dr Douglas Letsholathebe, visited the University of Botswana on June 8, 2020 to assess and appreciate its readiness and compliance with COVID-19 health protocols. Read more
UB Adopts Blended Teaching & Learning to Mitigate COVID-19 Impact
The University of Botswana will spend P7.8 million to provide students with free simcards as part of measures to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on teaching and learning. Read more
UB Heeds Letsholo Primary School Teachers Call for Assistance
The University of Botswana has donated 37 face shields to Letsholo Primary School teachers. Letsholo Primary Schools, located in Kopong, has 35 teachers who in the face of COVID-19 made a plea to the University of Botswana to assist with protective equipment. Read more
31 May 2020
BIUST Donates COVID-19 Response Products
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) donated 4000 units of liquid soaps and 1700 bars of soap to Serowe community. Read more
BIUST Launches COVID-19 Response Products
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) has donated vital COVID-19 response products to the Palapye community to aid in the battle against the novel coronavirus pandemic. Read more
COVID-19 Highlights Need for Self-Reliance in Africa
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused seismic disruptions to the higher education sector, but has also offered significant lessons on the importance of self-reliance on the part of African countries when it comes to dealing with societal challenges, as well as greater collaboration with African partners. Read more
Institutions Ready to Commence Lessons
Both public and private institutions are set to re-open from June 2, 2020 if they have satisfied the COVID-19 guidelines set by the Ministry of Health and Wellness after a two-month recess due to the deadly virus. Read more
Tertiary Institutions to Open in Two Phases
Deputy permanent secretary in the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology, Mr Oupa Masesane has said institutions of learning would reopen in two phases, following closure due to the outbreak of COVID-19. Read more
UB Engineers, Designers on Verge of Completing Ventilator Prototyping
A University of Botswana team of engineers and product designers which has been working closely with medical experts on a number of projects as part of the university’s COVID-19 response, is on the verge of breaking through with production of a ventilator. The team is currently busy at work completing its prototyping. Read more
UB Inducts Protection Services Staff on COVID-19
The University of Botswana on May 12, 2020 organized an induction course for its Protection Services staff as part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more
30 April 2020
BIUST Covid-19 Data Analysis for Botswana Goes Live
The Botswana University of Science, Research, Information and Technology (BIUST) has launched an up to the minute data analysis tool dedicated to capturing and analysing the demographic spread of the novel coronavirus in Botswana as it happens. Read more
Pharmacy Students Initiate Production of Hand Sanitizers as Response to COVID-19
University of Botswana scientists have produced hand sanitizers in an effort to help fight COVID-19. The production of hand sanitizers was initiated by students of School of Pharmacy in the Faculty of Health Science to help alleviate the surging burden of COVID-19 infection in Botswana. Read more
SKMTH Applauds UB for Support in COVID-19 Fight
Sir Ketumile Masire Teaching Hospital (SKMTH) management has applauded the University of Botswana for heeding the call to localize the production and provision of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for COVID-19 frontline health workers. Read more
UB Designs Ventilation Hood and Face Mask for COVID-19 Patients
As the University of Botswana continues to develop innovative solutions towards responding to societal challenges, once again it has designed and produced a clinically sound ventilation hood and face mask for COVID-19 patients. Read more
UB Develops COVID-19 Monitoring Tools for Ministry of Health and Wellness
The University of Botswana has developed three computer software tools that will assist the Ministry of Health and Wellness in the management and monitoring of the COVID-19 pandemic in the country. The project was a collaborative effort of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET), Department of Computer Science and Faculty of Medicine. Read more
University of Botswana Donates Hand Sanitizers to SKMTH
The University of Botswana has donated 80 litres of Topical Solution hand sanitizers to Sir Ketumile Masire Teaching Hospital (SKMTH). The hand sanitizers were handed over during a short ceremony held at the University of Botswana’s Faculty of Medicine. Read more
31 March 2020
HBV Study Generates Positive Impact – Dr Anderson
The Hepatitis B Virus Study has generated a positive impact, creating a huge awareness on the University of Botswana community about the virus, transmission, pathogenesis and treatment. Read more
Introduction of Local Languages in Curriculum to Enrich Democracy – Professor Nkomazana
The introduction of local languages in the curriculum in the country will enrich democracy, social cohesion, human rights, and patriotism… Read more
UB, University of Adelaide Pen MoU
The University of Botswana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Australia’s University of Adelaide. The MoU was signed in Australia in February this year. Read more
29 February 2020
Biodiesel Research Unity Commissions 380L Biodiesel Processing Machine
The University of Botswana Biodiesel Research Unit in the Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET) has commissioned a biodiesel processing machine. Read more
BIUST Smart Village Initiative
Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) Smart Village Initiative for Rural Development was commended for going to the very heart of the dilemma facing tertiary educational institutions in ensuring that their research findings, products and services transform rural livelihoods in a positive way. Read more
Knowing More and Doing More About Mental Health
University of Botswana researchers from the Department of Psychology are conducting an inaugural study to generate new knowledge and treatment options for mental health problems among university students in Botswana. Read more
Cengage, Edge Learning Media Expand Access to Learning for SA’s Tertiary Students, Instructors
Cengage and Edge Learning Media are delighted to announce a new partnership in South Africa. This partnership will see Cengage representing Edge’s leading textbook catalogue within the South African public university sector, as well as in Namibia, Botswana, Lesotho and Eswatini. Read more
Student Welfare Department & Botswana Harvard AIDS Institute Launch HBV Study
The Department of Student Welfare in partnership with Botswana Harvard AIDS Institute launched a Hepatitis B Virus (HBV) study on February 10, 2020, to determine current knowledge and attitudes towards HBV and HBV research in the community. Read more
UK Professional Body Assesses IDT Programmes for Accreditation
The Institution of Engineering Designers (IED) from the UK visited the Department of Industrial Design and Technology (IDT) at the Faculty of Engineering and Technology on February 3, 2020 for a four-day assessment of undergraduate programmes for professional accreditation. Read more
University of Botswana on Recruitment Drive in Seychelles
The University of Botswana was this week among 35 exhibitors that participated in the 5th Edition of the Agency for National Human Resource Development (ANHRD) Public Awareness Session in Seychelles. Read more
University of Botswana to Open More Areas of Study to Seychellois Students
Seychellois students will be able to further their studies in even more fields at the University of Botswana, a high official said on Wednesday. Read more
31 January 2020
Ntshiwa Wins 2019 University Challenge
Twenty-year-old third year urban and regional planning University of Botswana student Ludo Ntshiwa is this year’s University Challenge winner. Read more
UB Collaborates with Mitsubishi UFJ Research & Consulting (MURC)…
University of Botswana (UB) and Mitsubishi UFJ Research and Consulting Co. Ltd. (MURC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to undertake collaborative efforts and establish partnerships in the utilization of digital technologies in different areas of health. Read more
UB Team Takes to Nigeria on International Student Recruitment Drive
A team of seven University of Botswana staff has set out on an aggressive mission to market the university and recruit international students in Nigeria’s three cities of Lagos, Abuja and Port Harcourt. Read more
31 December 2019
UB Collaborates with Upenn, Ministry on Multi-Drug Resistance Study
University of Botswana in collaboration with University of Pennsylvania (Botswana Upenn Partnership) and Ministry of Health and Wellness have launched a research study on the prevalence of multi-drug resistant bacteria in Botswana. Read more
UB Ranks Top on Education in Sub-Saharan Africa
The University of Botswana has been ranked first among top Universities conducting research on Education in sub-Saharan Africa. Read more
UB to Research on Doping in Botswana, Zambia and Papua New Guinea
The University of Botswana will embark on research that will focus on Anti- Doping Education and Consideration/Intention of Using Prohibited Substances in Botswana, Zambia and Papua New Guinea, thanks to a 2020 World Anti-Doping Agency research grant. Read more
30 November 2019
ACUHO-I SAC Conference Tackles On-Campus Student Challenge
Delegates to the Association of College and University Housing Officers – International (ACUHO-I) Southern Africa Conference met in Botswana for the first time this year to reflect on institutional achievements and challenges faced by on-campus students. Read more
Dare to Dream, UB Collaborate to Stimulate Creativity in Young Minds
In today’s’ technology-driven world, it is important to teach young students robotics throughout their schooling to enhance their creative ability and innovative thinking as they strive to be highly productive members of society in future. Read more
Six UB Researchers Receive Research Excellence Awards
The University of Botswana through the Office of Research and Development hosted a University Research Awards Ceremony. Read more
UB Hosts Second Ever “Smart Green” Makeathon…
The University of Botswana on November 17-21, 2019 had a rare privilege of hosting the second ever “Smart Green Makeathon” to be held in an African country. Read more
UB e-Health Research Unit to Foster Research and Capacity Building in Botswana
In an effort to positioning itself as a leader in knowledge generation, the University of Botswana in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness and Botswana Institute for technology Research and Innovation as well as the University of Pennsylvania, has set up an e-Health Research Unit to … Read more
31 October 2019
Botswana University Leads the Way with SDG4 Plan
The University of Botswana is Africa’s first and only university with an implementation plan for Sustainable Development Goals number 4 (SDG4)… Read more
Seychellois Tania Bellard Best Overall Student
For the second consecutive year, a Seychellois student is the recipient of the UB Valedictorian award for best overall student at the University of Botswana. Tania Bellard received the prize during the 37th graduation ceremony on Friday at the UB Stadium in Gaborone. Read more
Training Institutions Urged to Leverage Technology to Impart Appropriate Knowledge and Skills
The University of Botswana must leverage its status as a premier institution of higher learning in Botswana to help the country adequately address challenges precipitated by the fourth industrial revolution, says Professor Sesae Mpuchane. Read more
UB launches one-year study on HPV prevalence in Botswana
The University of Botswana in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness as well as the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention, this week launched a study on the prevalence of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) in Botswana. Read more
UB, UN Join Hands to Promote Conversation Around Mental Health
The University of Botswana and United Nations have joined hands to promote conversation around mental health with students from various tertiary institutions. Read more
UGBS Receives Delegates from University of Botswana
The University of Ghana Business School (UGBS) on 2nd October 2019, received a delegation from the University of Botswana (UB), through the Consulate of Botswana. Read more
30 September 2019
Academics Decry STEM Education Gender Gap
The participation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects is still very low in Botswana, says University of Botswana Faculty of Engineering Deputy Dean, Dr Olefile Molwane. Read more
Chinese Ambassador Goads UB Students on Business Opportunities in China
Chinese Ambassador, Dr Zhao Yanbo, has called on University of Botswana Students to explore business opportunities in China and leverage Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to penetrate its market. Read more
CUT Embarks on a Mission to Strengthen UB Partnership
A delegation from Central University of Technology (CUT) in South Africa visited the University of Botswana (UB) on September 10, 2019 to explore specific research areas that can lead to strong collaboration between the two universities. Read more
Faculty of Medicine’s Mogalakwe in US for Hubert H. Humphry Programme
The United States of America Embassy in Gaborone says it is proud to have sent Mr Moagisi Mogalakwe, a University of Botswana employee, to the US to study Education Administration and Planning Policy. Read more
President Masisi Challenges Universities to Interrogate Implementation of SDGs
The President, Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi, has challenged institutions of higher learning such as the University of Botswana to take a proactive role of constantly addressing challenges that confront humanity in its endeavour to achieve sustainable development. Read more
Private Sector, UB Partnership Critical to Student Development
Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor Students Affairs, Professor Happy Siphambe, has appealed to the private sector in Botswana to partner with the University of Botswana to create a conducive learning environment at the University. Read more
Three UB Academics Part of Groundbreaking Book on Botswana Women
Three University of Botswana academics are part of a team of 60 women writers that has published a book titled Botswana Women Write which was launched in Gaborone on September 19, 2019. Read more
31 August 2019
Appointments a Vote of Confidence in UB
The Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor Student Affairs, Professor Happy Siphambe, says the appointment of two University of Botswana academics to the National Transformation Strategy Team by the President, Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi, is a vote of confidence in the University. Read more
Faculty of Education Facilitates Implementation of SDG 4
The Faculty of Education on July 29, 2019 conducted a two-day capacity building workshop to strengthen the capacity of teachers, technical and vocational educators in the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Read more
Institutional Repositories for research visibility and Knowledge Management in Higher Education Institutions
Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) has partnered with the Association of African Universities (AAU) to host a Database. Read more
Liebig University Giessen, UB Cooperate on Joint Research and Teaching
The University of Botswana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Justus Liebig University Giessen of Germany. Read more
Steve Harvey Session August 21
American comedian cum radio and television host Steve Harvey will on August 21 hold live networking sessions with youth in Gaborone at the University of Botswana Indoor Arena. Read more
Professor Motlhanka Exploits Watermelons to Produce Medicines
The University of Botswana participated in the Global Expo 2019 which was held in Gaborone recently under the theme: Harnessing the power of emerging markets for economic growth. Read more
31 July 2019
College to University – Evolution Shows National Ambitions
As government authorities in Botswana envisage seeing their country becoming an education hub for Southern Africa, both private and public colleges within the country are slowly but steadily transforming themselves into universities, with four colleges evolving into fully-fledged universities over the last 19 years. Read more
Workshop on External Quality Assurance in Higher Education in Botswana
Participants from the first blended learning course on External Quality Assurance (EQA) in higher education from six countries of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) recently met for a workshop in Gaborone, Botswana. Read more
30 June 2019
Turkey Ambassador Pays Courtesy Call to UB
The Ambassador of Turkey to Botswana, Her Excellency Ms. Meltem Buyukkarakas paid a courtesy call to the University of Botswana on June 17, 2019 to explore possible areas of collaborations on Research, Education and Training. Read more
UB Staff Receive Long Service Awards
About 1500 University of Botswana staff members received Long Service Awards in recognition of their loyalty and sterling contribution to the success of the Institution. Read more
The University of Botswana team led by the Vice Chancellor Prof David Norris is visiting Nigeria to seek collaboration and cooperation with institutions interested in staff and student development. the team arrived in Nigeria. Read more
30 April 2019
A Slow but Steady Path to Becoming a Successful University
I did not know very much about Botswana when I first decided to come to the country in 2015. I had read some Wilbur Smith books which opened my eyes to the remote world of Southern Africa and I was especially fascinated by Botswana, Namibia and South Africa. Read more
Graduate Students Advised to be Research Oriented
Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has appealed to graduate students to channel much of their energies towards research to turn the University of Botswana into a research intensive institution. Read more
UB, BGI Sign MoU on Joint Research Projects
A University of Botswana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Botswana Geo-Science Institute (BGI) for the two institutions to collaborate and harness their resources to effectively deliver on their respective mandates. Read more
UB Positions Itself in Seychelles
The University of Botswana took part in the Agency for National Human Resource Development (ANHRD) Public Awareness Session in Seychelles recently as part of its efforts to position itself as the university of choice in southern Africa. Read more
31 March 2019
Alumna Gives Back to University
A University of Botswana Alumna and Dare to Dream Foundation Leader, Captain Kgomotso Phatsima, has signed an agreement with the University of Botswana to sponsor the best excelling graduate in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects for the academic years 2019-2025. Read more
Building a Higher Education Sector Needs More Than High Hopes
Botswana is a relatively new country, gaining its independence in 1966. Unfortunately, in the former Bechuanaland British Protectorate, the previous administrative entity in this territory, there had been no interest in building an educational system. Read more
Kgosi Ezekiel Joel Masilo Applauds UB for ASSAR Climate Change Research
Kgosi Ezekiel Masilo of Bobirwa has applauded the University of Botswana for undertaking research on climate change in the Bobirwa sub-district. Read more
Minister Olopeng Urges UB Not to Faulter on Training
The Minister of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology, Mr Thapelo Olopeng, has encouraged the University of Botswana to continue training and producing highly competitive students who could assist transform Botswana into a knowledge-based economy. Read more
UB Special Education Programme Excites NUL Delegation
A delegation from the National University of Lesotho (NUL) visited the Department of Educational Foundation on March 18, 2019 for a benchmarking exercise. Of particular interest was the University of Botswana Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education. Read more
US Embassy Explores Partnership with UB
The American Embassy in Gaborone is exploring possible ways through which to forge stronger ties between the United States of America and the University of Botswana. Read more
28 February 2019
Alumna Gives Back to University
A University of Botswana Alumna and Dare to Dream Foundation Leader, Captain Kgomotso Phatsima, has signed an agreement with the University of Botswana to sponsor the best excelling graduate in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects for the academic years 2019-2025. Read more
Can New PS, Bridget John Sweep Education Ministry Cean?
Bridget John -the newly appointed permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Basic Education started work on February 1 inheriting a ministry with a 15 year old track record of underachievement. Read more
Faculty of Medicine Launches Research Study on HIV
The University of Botswana Faculty of Medicine has launched an HIV Testing Study targeting men in Botswana to uncover factors influencing their foot-dragging towards testing for HIV. Read more
Prof. Max Essex Came, Saw and Conquered HIV/AIDS
Professor Essex, the founder and Chair of Botswana Havard Aids Institute Partnership (BHP) came to Botswana in 1996 and established the HIV research and training partnership between Botswana and United States of America. Read more
31 January 2019
Ten Students Receive Barclays F. G. Mogae Scholarship
Some 10 students are pursuing their Masters Degrees in various disciplines at the University of Botswana this academic year, thanks to the Barclays Bank F. G. Mogae Scholarship Fund. Read more
UB, SFA Network Seek New Ways to Manage Elephants in Mmadinare
The University of Botswana under the auspices of its Department of Adult Education led an interdisciplinary team of researchers from the Sustainable Futures in Africa (SFA) Network for a workshop on human-wildlife interactions at the Mmadinare Main Kgotla. Read more
US Envoy Visit Raises Hope for ORI
The recent visit by a United States of America envoy has raised hope that the University of Botswana’s Okavango Research Institute (ORI) will soon receive more research funding from American entities. Read more
30 November 2018
Industry Partnerships Gateway to Innovation – Debswana MD Tells UB
Debswana Managing Director, Mr Balisi Bonyongo, has called on the University of Botswana to play a leading role in forging collaborations with industry to drive research, innovation and technology that will assist the country transform from a minerals-based to knowledge-based economy. Read more
Policy Implications on Elderly Population Needs Under Spotlight
Despite the rapidly growing ageing population of the elderly in Botswana, like the rest of the world they face uncertain future because their needs and interest are largely invisible on Botswana policy agenda, says University of Botswana Head of the Department of Law. Read more
UB Partners with EU in Entrepreneurship Capacity Building
The University of Botswana in partnership with the Frankfurt School of Finance and Management recently embarked on a capacity building project for entrepreneurs in Botswana. Read more
UB Professor Caught ‘Cheating’
Some academics at the University of Botswana have been threatening The Patriot on Sunday after publishing an article which raised concern about allegations of rampant plagiarism and poor research ethics at the institution. Read more
31 October 2018
Limko Caps 455 Graduates
Limkokwing University of Creative Technology Botswana will release 455 future ready professionals to indulge Botswana’s community with the creative, innovative and best techno-savvy solutions towards industry needs…Read more
UB Alumni Challenged to Trigger Botswana’s Knowledge Revolution
University of Botswana alumni have been challenged to be the torch bearers of Botswana’s knowledge revolution as the country strives to become a knowledge-based economy. Read more
UB Helps Promote Botswana in China
A University of Botswana Mandarin Chinese language instructor, Mr Gracious Tshepiso Masule, recently had a rare privilege of travelling with a Botswana delegation to Beijing, China to provide on-site interpreting. Read more
University of Botswana Re-writes History Books
The University of Botswana re-wrote history books when, for the first time in its 36-year history, three former students notched up some of the highest honours in a university setup in a single day. Read more
UPenn Up-Skills Local Nurses on Trauma Care
University of Botswana School of Nursing in partnership with University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing recently brought nurses from various medical institutions across Botswana under one roof to equip them with knowledge and skills on evidence-based care of trauma patients. Read more
30 September 2018
UB Alumni Challenged to Trigger Botswana’s Knowledge Revolution
University of Botswana alumni have been challenged to be the torch bearers of Botswana’s knowledge revolution as the country strives to become a knowledge-based economy. Read more
UPenn Up-Skills Local Nurses on Trauma Care
University of Botswana School of Nursing in partnership with University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing recently brought nurses from various medical institutions across Botswana under one roof to equip them with knowledge and skills on evidence-based care of trauma patients. Read more
University of Wisconsin Madison Eager to Aid UB Transformation
A delegation from the University of Wisconsin Madison in the United State of America paid University of Botswana Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, a courtesy call on August 28, 2018 to explore opportunities for collaboration and cooperation on research, education and training. Read more
Universities Require Thought, Action
A university is a place where people think and do things and not where they look nice and use big words to appear educated, says Zimbabwe’s Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education, Science and Technology Development, Professor Amon Murirwa Read more
31 August 2018
Academics Collaborate on Youth Life Skills, Entrepreneurship Development Through Sport
Two University of Botswana academics have joined hands with research scholars from other African countries and the US to work on a collaborative project that is envisaged to take youth development through sport to a new level in Africa. Read more
Nigeria Taps into UB’s Anti-Graft Efforts
A Delegation from Nigerian’s Presidential Advisory Committee Against Corruption paid a courtesy call on then Acting Vice Chancellor, Professor Martin Mokgwathi, on August 14, 2018, to learn first-hand efforts by the University of Botswana to combat corruption. Read more
Professor Monaka Wins 2018 CIPL Award
Professor Kemmonye Collete Monaka in the Department of English at the University of Botswana is the winner of the 2018 Endangered Languages Award. She received the award at the 20th Comité International Permanent des Linguistes (CIPL) in Cape Town, South Africa, last month. Read more
School of Medicine Celebrates 79 Young Doctors
The University of Botswana School Medicine celebrated the 5th cohort of 79 young doctors who graduated with Bachelor Degrees in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) at the Phakalane Golf Estate Resort. Read more
UB, SFA Network Seek New Ways to Manage Elephants in Mmadinare
The University of Botswana under the auspices of its Department of Adult Education led an interdisciplinary team of researchers from the Sustainable Futures in Africa (SFA) Network for a workshop on human-wildlife interactions at the Mmadinare Main Kgotla. Read more
30 June 2018
UB Marketing Experts Capacitate Local Manufacturing Firms
The Department of Marketing in collaborating with the Botswana Trade and Investment Centre (BITC) June 20-21, 2018 hosted a workshop aimed at building export capacity for local manufacturing firms. Read more
VC Commends Afya Bora Consortium for Contributing to Health
University of Botswana Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has commended Afya Bora Consortium for contributing towards addressing the growing prevalence of non-communicable diseases in low and middle income sub-Saharan African countries. Professor Norris said such health problems required a new breed of well trained and skilled health professionals. Read more
31 May 2018
Celebrating Gobe Matenge – A Frank and Fearless Public Servant
The University of Botswana and The Botswana Society celebrated the life of legendary public servant Mr Gobe Matenge at the UB Conference Centre on May 21, 2018 with speakers agreeing that he contributed immensely to the development of Botswana. Read more
Change Management Key To Project Implementation
As the Ministry of Basic Education is undergoing a massive transformation through a government-approved plan known as ‘Education and Training Sector Strategy Plan (ETSSP), I feel compelled to point out a few change management aspects that I believe can be very critical in determining whether or not the envisaged product is successful. Read more
Training of Trainers Short Course: Department of Extra Mural and Public Education
Facilitating training sessions can be a daunting prospect especially for those entering the field for the first time or who have not had any formal preparation for the task. Without this foundation, only a few people can effectively transfer skills and knowledge to others. Whether those attending this training are experienced or inexperienced trainers or they are just to refresh themselves as seasoned professionals, this course will equip them with skills to be effective trainers of trainers. Read more
VC Envisions High Performance Centre
With its world class sporting facilities, the Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, believes the University of Botswana can serve as a high performance centre for sport. Read more
30 April 2018
CIPA to Introduce Online Registration
Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA) are currently working on introducing online registration for companies. This was revealed by the organization’s Registrar General, Conductor Masena, during this week’s media briefing to mark the official launch of CIPA’s upcoming Corporate Registers Forum (CRF). Read More
“A Catalyst for Innovation and Transformation”
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) has embarked on a six-year Strategic Plan from 2016 to 2022 that will guide the future growth and development of the country’s second university. BIUST was conceived with the intention to add impetus to the quest for developing the country’s human capital especially in specialized areas of Science, Engineering and Technology. Read more
UB, CUT Agree to Joint Leverage of Capabilities
The University of Botswana entered into a three-year agreement on April 16, 2018 with the Central University of Technology (CUT) in Bloemfontein, South Africa through which the two institutions of higher learning committed themselves to jointly leveraging their capabilities in promoting scholarly activities and international understanding in a number of areas. Read more
PhD scholarships in Genetics/ Bioinformatics
Applications are invited for two PhD scholarships in the Department of Biological Sciences as part of the Collaborative African Genomics Network (CAfGEN) that has recently received an NIH-Welcome Trust Funded Grant (H3Africa NiH-U54AI110398) to the tune of USD $5 million. Read more
In Support of the Presidents call for a Knowledge Economy
On the 1st of April amidst pomp and fanfare, His Excellency the President of the Republic of Botswana Mr. Mokgweetsi E. K. Masisi laid out his visionary blue print and noted as follows: “In line with Vision 2036, investment in research, science and technology and innovation will be prioritized to enable our transformation into a knowledge-based economy. Read more
30 December 2017
Norris Appointed UB’s Sixth Vice Chancellor
The Minister of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology, has appointed Professor David Norris to the position of Vice Chancellor of the University of Botswana. Read more
UB Can Be Money Spinner – VC
If there is anything about the University of Botswana that excites the new Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, it is not only its ability to execute its core mandate with much aplomb, but also its potential to become a money spinner. Read more
15 October 2017
BEC In Dire Shortage Of Examiners
Beleaguered Botswana Examinations Council (BEC) is grappling with shortage of examiners for the 2017 Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGCSE) examinations. Read more
15 September 2017
HRDC Inducts UB Management on Institutional Planning
The University of Botswana Management attended a one-day workshop on institutional planning organised by the Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) as part of its consultative process to inform Tertiary Education Institutions (TEIs) on the need to align to the Botswana National Human Resource Development Strategy and the skills need by the labour market. Read more
Minister of Tertiary Education Meets UB Management
Dr Madigele said he was happy to have met with the Management of the University especially that there had not been a formal meeting since the Ministry was reconstituted about 10 months ago. Read more
MP Calls for a General Law Course in Schools
The former teacher says that part of reasons service delivery is at its lowest in the country is because public servants being the service providers lack the basic knowledge of law which translates into poor understanding of regulations and policies that should guide service delivery. Read more
Target 20 000 to Enroll After Budgetary Mess
The major flaws that occurred in the implementation of the programme relates to the fact that students wanted long-term programmes instead of short-term ones. He said some students ended up taking four-year programmes against the original plan. Read more
UB Occupies Single Pole Position
The Chancellor of the University of Botswana who is also the Vice President of Botswana, has applauded the University for a high level private sector engagement in the training of human resource that was critical to the economic development of the country. Read more
31 August 2017
Cuba Ambassador Pledges More Support
Cuban Ambassador to Botswana, says health professionals from Cuba will remain in the country for as long as necessary. Read more
Korea Corner Officially Opened
The opening of a Korean Corner at the University of Botswana is a firm indication of how committed the South Korean government was in maintaining strong relations with Botswana. Read more
Magang Unpacks Sir Seretse Khama’s Famous Quote
If anyone doubted the veracity of Botswana’s founding President, Sir Seretse Khama’s famous quote that “a nation without a past is a lost nation, and a people without a past is a people without a soul”. Read more
RUFORUM-USADF Collaboration to Create Opportunities for Underserved Communities in Africa
The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) organized and participated in the 2017 Global Workshop of the United States African Development Foundation (USADF). Read more
15 August 2017
At 41 Years of Age, Dr Alfred Madigele Is Botswana’s Youngest Cabinet Minister
After completing his studies in Ireland, Dr Madigele was employed for a year at one of the biggest hospitals in Ireland called Limerick Regional Hospital, as a Medical Officer and he decided to quit and come back home. Read more
Ministry Unaware of Dropouts Challenges
Higher education officials have denied knowledge of any government-sponsored tertiary students dropouts who were disadvantaged by the school system. Read more
15 July 2017
Botswana Recognises Sustainable Tourism for Development
Botswana as a country that recognises the integral part that tourism plays in its economy has no choice but to practice sustainable tourism. Read more
UNWTO Proposes Joint Researches with UB
The United Nation World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) wants to partner with the University of Botswana in conducting joint research, especially in the tourism area. Read more
30 June 2017
Prof O. Totolo Inaugurated as Fellow of the Botswana Academy of Sciences (BAS)
Professor Otlogetswe Totolo has been deemed worthy to be inducted as fellow of the Botswana Academy of Sciences (BAS). Read more
15 June 2017
Education Cuts Billion Pula of Tertiary Spend
The Ministry of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology has drastically reduced the number of students who will be sponsored during the 2017/2018 financial year for both local public and private institutions. Read more
15 May 2017
UB Kenya Commemorate Wangari Maathai Day
The University of Botswana joined the rest of Africa in commemorating Africa Environment/Wangari Maathai Day by planting trees and holding a public lecture that attracted a host of dignitaries among them ministers, dikgosi, members of the diplomatic corps, senior government officials, university professors and members of the public. Read more
30 April 2017
Limko Receives Gold Award for Third Consecutive Year
Limkokwing University of Creative Technology scooped the Readers Digest Trusted Brand Gold Award for the best private University in country beating over 20 Universities at a glittering ceremony held at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Read more
15 March 2017
UB Re-Opens March 6 – Dr Madigele
The Minister for Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology, Dr Alfred Madigele says University of Botswana will re-open on March 6, after it was closed following a strike by the students. Read more
15 February 2017
Education Minister Underscores Communication between Management and Students
The Minister of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology, Dr Alfred Madigele, has underscored the importance of communication in conflict resolution following days of student disturbances that led to a decision by the Chairman of the University of Botswana Council. Read more
Prof Moahi Appointed Acting Vice Chancellor
Professor Kgomotso Hildegard Moahi has been appointed to act as the Vice Chancellor of the University of Botswana with effect from February 20, 2017. The appointment follows the resignation of Professor Thabo Fako as Vice Chancellor on February 17, 2017. Read more
31 January 2017
BQA Tightens Up Quality Assurance
The Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA) will soon implement quality assurance measures in the entire education sector as informed by latest developments in its regulatory role. Read more
BQA to Assess Whole Education System
Botswana Qualification Authority is to assess the entire education system pipeline from early childhood to tertiary level. Read more
Gov’t to Slash Tertiary Education Funding
The Government will reduce the amount spent on sponsoring tertiary students, by 27% in the next financial year. Read more
The Decline and Fall of Higher Education in Botswana: Quality Assurance Authorities Complicit
Quality assurance agencies should place the interests of students in tertiary institutions and those that are still coming front and centre of what they do. Read more
UB Don Offers Answers to Dow’s Many Questions
Studies have previously been undertaken on the factors behind poor performance by the students in public schools. “All we need to do is retrieve such information and determine what would help us make an improvement.” Read more
15 November 2016
P600 Million for Research and Innovation
The Ministry of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology (MTERST) has earmarked over P678 million for research, technology and innovation related projects in National Development Plan 11(NDP11). Read more
Madigele Intervenes In Oodi College Demonstrations
The Minister of Tertiary Education, Research Science and Technology was forced to intervene and calm down the situation at the Oodi College of Applied Arts and Technology (OCAAT). Read more
Gaborone Mayor Advises UB Students against Unprotected Sex
Gaborone Mayor, advised University of Botswana students to play it safe by adopting the #Boloto must fall mantra which promotes safe sex through the use of condoms or at best, abstinence. Read more
Stakeholders, Educationists Encouraged To Join SAQAN
SAQAN was launched in Botswana last year and key to its existence is to transform higher education quality and allow members access to global best practices through interaction. Read more
UB Foundation appeals to UBLS Alumni for Support
The University of Botswana Foundation chairman, has appealed to the University of Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland (UBLS) Alumni to support the foundation in whatever way they can. Read more
US Embassy Commits to Education Development
Botho University engaged in an international research conference this morning under the theme ‘The future dynamics of higher education in a global society’. Read more
31 October 2016
BIUST Launches Ambitious Strategy
Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST)’s newly launched strategic plan envisages that the university will be in par with the world’s top universities. Read more
UB Confers Honourary Doctorate on Khama
The University of Botswana has conferred an honorary Doctor of Letters on President Lt Gen. Dr. Seretse Khama Ian Khama. Read more
30 September 2016
Jobs for Youth Could Boost Economic Growth
Botswana could improve incomes per capita, reduce poverty and increase growth through generating jobs for its increasing number of young workers, according to a recently released World Bank Group report. Read more
MOESD Should Be Split Into Two
Many expect the Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) to be split into two to make it manageable and yield good results from primary school to tertiary institutions and beyond. Read more
15 September 2016
Botswana Urged To Find New Allies
As Batswana celebrate 50 years of Independence there is need for change and adaptation to a new global order that dictates that the country must diversify her international relations and diplomacy and look east as well. Read more
Companies Drill Youth on Work Readiness
The Progressive Institute together with Premiere Company hosted a work readiness seminar in Gaborone. Read more
Employees Decry Secrecy in Transformation of Vocational Institutions
Colleges of education and vocational institutions are embittered by lack of transparency and consultation in the ongoing institutional transformation process. Read more
Education Ministry Broke
The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) is too broke to send employees for further studies such that authorities are advising teachers to self-sponsor instead. Read more
Limkokwing University Awarded International Accreditation
Accreditation Service for International Colleges (ASIC), the United Kingdom based globally recognised authority on accreditation of higher education institutions worldwide, has designated Limkokwing University as the Global T.V.E.T. (Tertiary Vocational Education Training) Model University. Read more
VC Defines Role of a University
University of Botswana Vice Chancellor, says a University is neither a vocational, technical nor professional institution. Read more
31 August 2016
Botho University Introduces Scholarships
The Minister of Education and Skills Development (MoESD), Unity Dow, has applauded Botho University for its innovative ways of encouraging cost sharing in the education sector. Read more
Close Bogus Universities
The debate on the deteriorating quality of education in Botswana took a new turn last week when academics condemned the proliferation of many private “universities”, which currently stand at seven serving a population of approximately two million people, and called for their closure. Read more
Limkokwing Opens Campus in Sierra Leone
Limkokwing University of Creative Technology (LUCT) has established a new campus in Sierra Leone, which has already started operating with 1,200 students. Read more
Quotas Rattle Private Tertiary Institutions
Even though government says the move will solve unemployment, the shock introduction of quotas for tertiary education sponsorship continues to reverberate, while the revolution by unemployed youths gathers pace. Read more
15 July 2016
African Universities Far from Influencing Global Agenda
African universities have been found to be wanting and far much behind in terms of service delivery and research that can influence the global agenda. Read more
Masisi Challenges Southern African Tertiary Institutions to Re-Align Training
The 16th BOLESWANA Biennial Education Symposium has painted a gloomy picture of the standard of education and quality of graduates that southern African universities produce. Read more
Video Conferencing Essential in Schools
Video conferencing has been an integral part of our business world for the better part of two decades. Read more
30 June 2016
Bots Adopts Credit -Based System
Botswana has adopted a new education system said to be a paradigm shift from the old one. Read more
BQA Weeds Out Rubbish Institutions
Institutions of learning that fail to submit annual reports may have their registration and accreditation revoked, under the newly-gazetted regulations. Read more
15 June 2016
Battle over UB’s P45 Million Catering Tender
Three University of Botswana (UB) Student Representative Council (SRC) members have strongly refuted allegations of receiving a bribery to lead a student uprising at the beginning of the semester this coming August. Read more
BDP on Academic Qualifications for Political Office
The new rule is that in terms of the amended constitution of January 2016, every candidate must be in possession of a Grade 12 certificate or its equivalent to be allowed to run for public office. Read more
Education Ministry to Rationalise Institutions
The Ministry of Education and Skills Development is undertaking an exercise to rationalise tertiary institutions with a view to address their optimum and efficient use while addressing issues of quality, access, equity and sustainability. Read more
Issues in Education
For quite a while now external placement for many Form Five leavers and some officers on in-service training takes place in Southern Africa. Read more
30 April 2016
Conduct Quality Research to Enhance Standards of Living
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, (UCC has encouraged university lecturers and professors to develop the interest to conduct quality research that would impact positively on the livelihoods of people living around the university community. Read more
Employers Urged to Give Fresh Graduates a Chance
The corporate world has been urged to employ fresh graduates in order to give them a chance to acquire experience. Read more
Jobless Graduates Invited to Register for Possible Employment
The Conscious Communiversity Organisation is urging all Namibian unemployed graduates from all tertiary institutions, local and international, to register for the #25000graduates campaign. Read more
President Khama Commends Limkokwing
The visit was meant to give the president the insight of the university’s philosophy, vision and update on its contribution to Botswana’s economy since its establishment. Read more
Review Delays Tertiary Education Sponsorships
The Ministry of Education and Skills Development (MoESD) and its partners in higher education financing are reviewing the tertiary learning sponsorship process, to align training with market needs as well as budgetary needs. Read more
Target 20 000 to Address Skills Mismatch
Target 20 000 is born to address skills mismatch and to produce job ready graduates. Read more
UB State-of-The-Art Facility under Siege
Tensions and divisions, littered with political interference, are brewing at the University of Botswana (UB), over the sourcing out of the state-of-the-art conference centre. Read more
1 April 2016
BIUST attracts BGCSE top achievers at the HRDS fair 2016
BIUST continues to attract top achievers with points ranging from 38 to 48 points at the just ended HRDS fair. Read more
Festival Honours Achievements By African-Americans
The Department of English in collaboration with the American Embassy launched the 12th Annual Black History Month Film Festival. Read more
Molutsi Breaks Silence On His HRDC Exit
Outgoing Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) boss, Dr. Patrick Molutsi has cleared the air surrounding his alleged forced exit from his position. Read more
University of Botswana: a place for research and development
The University of Botswana is truly a national institution of higher learning, research and development. Read more
15 March 2016
BQA Happy with Tertiary Institutions
The Ministry of Education and Skills Development established the Botswana Qualification Authority (BQA) to ensure regulation and accreditation is done correctly. Read more
DCEC Investigates Tertiary Institutions
A number of tertiary institutions have in the recent past experienced a fair share of protests relating to quality of education offered. Read more
Education Budget Receives Thumbs Up
The Ministry of Education and Skills Development’s over P11. 7 billion budget proposal for the 2016/17 financial year was approved on Monday after an overwhelming backing from Parliament. Read more
Technical Colleges Closed, Students to Reapply
The Minister of Education and Skills Development, has taken a tough stance against the students of Gaborone Technical College (GTC) and Francistown College of Technical Education (FCTVE) after the closure of their colleges. Read more
VP Urges Institutions to Ensure Achievement of Goals
Vice President Mokgweetsi Masisi has urged institutions of higher learning to ensure the achievement of the national human resource development strategy. Read more
29 February 2016
Festival Honours Achievements By African-Americans
The Department of English in collaboration with the American Embassy launched the 12th Annual Black History Month Film Festival on February 22, 2016 at the University of Botswana Library Auditorium to honour the African-American History Month and celebrate achievements and contributions made by African-Americans to American history. Read more
UB Academics Win $35 000.00 Research Grant
Three UB researchers and academics have been awarded a $35,000.00 research grant by the Nagel Institute of Calvin College in the United States of America to explore the multifaceted characteristics of prophetic ministries, with a view to examine how new media shape religious discourses and practices as well as religious landscape in Botswana. Read more
15 February 2016
Botswana’s Future Lies in Intellectual Capital
With diamond sales plummeting and the mineral set to be depleted in coming years a human resource strategist has offered tried and tested alternatives to the country’s ailing economy, investing in human resource. Read more
Centre of Management, Entrepreneurship and General Studies Introduces Chinese Language to BIUST
Science and Technology universities have broadened their curriculum and introduced languages to give their students a platform to widen their horizons and break communication barriers in the fields of work as well as getting in touch with current affairs across the globe. Read more
Seychelles to Tap on BIUST Programes
The Seychelles delegation set to benchmark on Botswana in a bid to forge partnership between the two countries, visited the Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST) where they exchanged information on technical expertise and education systems of the two countries. Read more
The First International Conference on the Internet, Cyber Security and Information Systems
Department of Computer Science of the University of Botswana and the Department of Applied Information Systems of the University of Johannesburg will host the First International Conference on the Internet, Cyber Security and Information Systems, Gaborone, Botswana. Read more
Taking Mathematics and Science to the Next Level
The Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST) staged “Science Circus” in Tsabong and surrounding villages. Read more
UB Academics Win $ 35 000.00 Research Grant
Three UB researchers and academics have been awarded a $35,000.00 research grant by the Nagel Institute of Calvin College in the United States of America to explore the multifaceted characteristics of prophetic ministries, with a view to examine how new media shape religious discourses and practices as well as religious landscape in Botswana. Read more
January 2016
The First International Conference on the Internet, Cyber Security and Information Systems
Department of Computer Science of the University of Botswana and the Department of Applied Information Systems of the University of Johannesburg will host the First International Conference on the Internet, Cyber Security and Information Systems, Gaborone, Botswana. Read more
November 2015
BIUST Hosted International Conference On Clean Energy For Sustainable Growth In Developing Countries The impact of uncontrolled energy use is manifested in its severe negative impact on the environment, cost, non-availability and non-affordability” adding that when energy provision is not sustainable then health, safety, comfort, productivity, education delivery and the general standard of living are compromised. Read more
US Embassy Commits to Education Development Botho University engaged in an international research conference under the theme ‘The future dynamics of higher education in a global society.’ Read more
October 2015
Gov’t Promises to Support BOCODOL The Minister of Education and Skills Development, has urged the academic board and executive governing board for the Commonwealth Executive Masters in Business and Public Administration that what was of paramount importance to the institution was the need to ensure absolute efficacy of the programmes. Read more
Regaining the Key to Life Whether that education is academic or vocational, institution or home-based, education is critical in the development of well-rounded, literate, ambitious individuals who can meaningfully contribute to their communities and countries. Read more
Teachers Find Little to Celebrate on Their Day The Botswana Sectors of Educators Trade Union (BOSETU) president said that their members in tertiary education are sidelined in decision-making. Read more
August 2015
Universities Critical Partners The Assistant Minister of Education and Skills Development has urged participants of the Association of African Universities (AAU) leadership workshop to assist government by raising the productivity of its people through education, training, innovation and entrepreneurial capabilities. Read more
July 2015
Number of Women in ICT Grows Over the years women and girls have gradually become involved in the science and technological studies to the extent that they are now visible in information and communication technologies (ICTs) in a range of exciting ways. Read more
June 2015
TEC Stresses Importance of Higher Education The executive secretary of the Tertiary Education Council (TEC) has said that increased access to higher education is the key message they got from different countries they have visited in the past four years to benchmark the organisation. Read more
Local Tertiary Education Providers Rescue the Economy The growth of the local tertiary education sector has saved government more than P300 million, which, was previously injected annually towards educating Batswana abroad. Read more
Issues in Education The Ministry of Education and Skills Development is re-introducing a schools’ fees policy through a directive for tertiary education for new entrants into private institutions beginning next academic year. Read more
MAY 2015
Numbers of Women in ICT Grows Over the years women and girls have gradually become involved in the science and technological studies to the extent that they are now visible in information and communication technologies (ICTs) in a range of exciting ways. Read more
Educating For Global Employability The challenge facing Botswana, like other countries of the South African Development Community (SADC) and globally, is how to reconcile massification of tertiary education with good quality education which is globally competitive and nationally relevant. Read more
April 2015
Re-Organisation of the Ministry of Education and Skills Development We are confident with the view that the solution to unload the organisational, policy and operational burden on the Ministry of Education and Skills Development is to divide the education sector into two ministries. Read more
SADC Education Policies Criticised The intrinsic benefit of education was often under-emphasised in policy debates when trying to commodify education and provide society-level analysis of the role of education. Read more
March 2015
Govt to Spend P5.1bn on Tertiary Education in 2016 Demand for tertiary education is set to escalate by 2016 based on the increase in the number of graduates of the Botswana General Certificate of Secondary Education (BGSCE) and equivalent school leaving examinations. Read more
Educating For Global Employability The challenge facing Botswana is how to reconcile massification with good quality education which is globally competitive and nationally relevant but the diaspora option to tertiary education creates a win-win situation in which governments invest in education knowing that the graduates can and will contribute to national development directly and indirectly. Read more
Govt Retreats on Education The government has revised up its decision to sponsor only 4, 600 students to nearly 9,000 students and reduced the cut-off point from 40 points to 36 points for consideration for sponsorship at tertiary institutions. Read more
FEBRUARY 2015
HRDC to Undertake Employability Study on Tertiary Education An audit to establish the levels of employability of tertiary education programmes is on the cards. Read more
Is Education a Budget Bully? Every budget since independence has generously pumped funds into education, under the nobel mantra: “education is the key to life”. Billions of Pula later, misgivings and strategic interventions are beginning to set in, as decades of investment seem to be swelling the jobless masses. Read more
December 2014
EDUCATION: Rolling the Dice of Quality A study by Professor Tabulawa and colleagues at University of Botswana spells out an intricate relationship between the private sector, government and the market, and how these forces are changing the quality of higher education in Botswana. Read more
Tertiary Education Fund to be Outsourced The tertiary education fund has made higher education accessible for hundreds of thousands of Botswana students who have been sponsored to study both within and outside the country. Read more
Issues in Education The number of students at Sub-Saharan universities has jumped more than 500 percent in 20 years. Read more
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