30 September 2024
Professor Norris Urges SADC to Prioritize Research for Educational Growth
At a SEACMEQ meeting in Botswana, Professor David Norris urged SADC Education Ministers to prioritize educational research to drive Africa’s engagement with the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). He emphasized the need for human capital, creativity, and knowledge-based innovation to position African economies in the global market. Norris also highlighted the gap between research and policymaking, calling for stronger collaboration to ensure the practical implementation of research findings. Read more
University of Botswana Trains Students as Mental Health Advocates
In a proactive move to enhance mental health awareness, 40 University of Botswana students were trained as peer educators from September 16-20, 2024. This initiative aims to equip them with communication skills and knowledge of campus counseling services to effectively promote well-being among their peers. By fostering open discussions about mental health, the university hopes to create a supportive environment for all students. Read more
31 August 2024
University of Botswana Invests P43 Million to Boost Connectivity and Address Student Needs
The University of Botswana is investing P43 million to enhance campus connectivity and address student concerns, including accommodation shortages and service delivery, while introducing cutting-edge academic programs and innovation initiatives. Read more
31 July 2024
IAEA visit to BIUST
UB and Diamonds for Development Fund Explore Research Partnerships for Economic Growth
University of Botswana (UB) Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, says UB and the Diamonds for Development Fund have numerous opportunities for collaboration in research areas such as renewable energy and solar power, tourism, agriculture, manufacturing, and mining. Read more
BIUST hosts German delegation under the Southern Africa- Germany Chamber of Commerce
BIUST had the pleasure of hosting a German delegation, who spent the day with Vice Chancellor Professor Otlogetswe Totolo and the BIUST leadership. The discussions focused on the services offered by their various companies and explored potential partnerships with the university. Read more
Significant Progress in Tertiary Education
Significant progress has been made in diversifying university education and training opportunities, overcoming past limitations of a single, academically focused university model that hindered both short-term and long-term human resource development. Read more
30 June 2024
UB and FERDI Collaborate to Enhance Health Economics for Better Healthcare
The University of Botswana and the Foundation for Studies and Research on International Development are collaborating to improve Botswana’s healthcare system. During a workshop on June 10, 2024, Professor Ishmael Kasvosve emphasized health economics’ role in making healthcare equitable and affordable, aiming to train a motivated health workforce for better healthcare delivery. Read more
BIUST and EnduroSat Collaborate on Botswana’s First Satellite
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) and EnduroSat are building Botswana’s first satellite, BOTSAT-1, launching on SpaceX’s Transporter-13 mission in February 2025. The satellite will aid Botswana’s agriculture and mining industries with hyperspectral imaging and provide hands-on experience for university engineers. Read more
31 May 2024
Two academics launch Setswana dictionary of personal names
Two University of Botswana academics published the first Setswana personal names dictionary, containing 8,500 names. The groundbreaking work, praised by linguists, aims to preserve Setswana culture, support linguistic research, and contribute to the decolonization of education. Future plans include digital access and expanded editions. Read more
University of The Bahamas and University of Botswana Expanding Academic and Scholarly Horizons
University of The Bahamas and University of Botswana signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost collaboration in research, student exchange, and faculty development. This partnership aims to provide international educational experiences and contribute to the economic well-being of both Bahamas and Botswana. Read more
Rewriting History: Transforming the Narrative about Africa to Dispel Myths and Misconceptions
Afrospectives Chair Dr. Ali Moussa Iye calls for rewriting African narratives to challenge Eurocentric biases and misconceptions. He argues Africa’s story deserves a fresh perspective that highlights its own contributions to knowledge and modernity. Read more
30 April 2024
Launch of Drone Assembly and Testing Centre
Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) launches a state-of-the-art Drone Assembly and Testing Center in collaboration with Mileage Group. This initiative, supported by the Botswana government, aims to drive innovation and economic growth by bridging the gap between academic research and industry applications in the burgeoning drone technology sector. More
Biust, Bdc Forge Strategic Partnership to Drive Economic Growth and Innovation
Botswana’s Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) and Botswana Development Corporation (BDC) join forces to bridge the gap between academia and industry. This strategic partnership aims to harness research and innovation to propel economic growth and job creation, ultimately transforming Botswana into a knowledge-based economy. More
University of Botswana Globally Ranked in Three Out of Eleven Subject Specialisations
University of Botswana rankinged 410th globally in Clinical and Health Sciences. This achievement puts it 19th in Africa and 14th in Sub-Saharan Africa. The University also boasts progress in Social Sciences and Physical Sciences. More.
Rewriting History: Transforming the Narrative about Africa to Dispel Myths and Misconceptions
A scholar argues Africa’s story has been misrepresented by colonial narratives. Dr. Ali Moussa Iye calls for rewriting African history to challenge Eurocentric bias and highlight the continent’s contributions. He urges African scholars to reclaim their narrative and explore unique forms of modernity. More
31 March 2024
University of Botswana Spearheading Botswana Towards Carbon Neutral Future
Botswana University, government, and a research institute partnered to develop biodiesel from local resources like animal fats. This research, shown at a recent expo, could cut emissions and create a sustainable biodiesel industry. The government supports this initiative as part of its commitment to reducing greenhouse gases. More
31 January 2024
‘Include Bogosi in Your Modules’- Kgosi Mosojane
Members of the Ntlo Ya Dikgosi (NYD) have pleaded with the University of Botswana (UB) management to include Bogosi in the university curriculum so as to accord Dikgosi an opportunity to improve their leadership credentials. Read more
Senior Lecturer Arrested for Allegedly Raping 18-Year-Old Student
The Botswana Police Service (BPS) has arrested a senior University of Botswana (UB) lecturer about a rape incident. The incident allegedly took place at UB premises and it involved an 18-year-old female student. Read more
UB Confirms Lecturer, Student Rape Allegation
The University of Botswana (UB) has confirmed that indeed the police are investigating a rape case involving its senior lecturer and 18-year-old female student. Earlier today Mmegi Online broke the story that the police had arrested a senior lecturer suspected to have raped the student at the UB premises. Read more
UB Debate Masters Association Finishes 16th at African Varsities Debate Champs
The University of Botswana Debate Masters Association (UBDMA) recently embarked on a transformative journey to Lome, Togo, to participate in the prestigious Pan African Universities Debate Championship. UBDMA sent a team of three students – Bongile Atang Asante Kegapilwe, Ruby Wanjiku Njonde and Tshiamo Brian Badubi. Read more
30 November 2023
30 Women Honoured for Their Impactful Research in Africa
The winners of this year’s L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents Sub-Saharan Africa Awards included 25 PhD candidates and five post-doctoral researchers, who are spread across multiple fields of research to tackle major challenges to improve the quality of life in Africa and worldwide. Read more
Departments of Media Studies and French Launch Films on Campus Festival to Promote Multiculturalism
University of Botswana (UB) departments of Media Studies and French on the 26th of October 2023 launched the second edition of Films on Campus Festival 2023 in Botswana at the UB Library Auditorium. Read more
Engineering Emerges as an Area of Strength in Subject Rankings
A total of 112 universities in 17 African countries have been ranked in the 20th edition of the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings by subject 2024, an index that each year lists institutions’ performance in academic fields across 11 selected subject areas. Read more
Hawks Beat Flamingo Santos to Secure First Victory in First Division South League
University of Botswana (UB) Hawks Football Club beat Flamingo Santos FC to secure their first victory in the First Division South League during a game played at UB Stadium on the 11th of November 2023. Read more
Hawks Under Pressure to Improve Log Standings after Draw with Mochudi Centre Chiefs
University of Botswana (UB) Hawks are under pressure to improve their log-standing after a goalless draw against Mochudi Centre Chiefs in a First Division South League game played at UB Stadium on the 24th of October 2023. Read more
Russian and Ussr University Alumni Unite in Tanzania for the First African Forum
First African forum of graduates of local universities started on Wednesday, 8 November, TASS reported. More than one and a half hundred people gathered in Tanzania. Guests from Rwanda, Tunisia, Uganda, South Africa, Botswana and other countries of the continent came to Dar es Salaam. Read more
Second Confucius Institute Opens in Botswana
Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), in collaboration with Yanshan University (YSU) from China, launched a second Confucius Institute on Tuesday in Palapye in the country’s Central District. Read more
Study Identifies Leaders in AI-Driven Healthcare Research
Although South Africa is in the third position of the top 10 productive countries in the world regarding artificial intelligence (AI) for healthcare research in Africa after the United Kingdom and the United States, it has only one university – the University of Cape Town – included in the list of the top 10 institutions in the world. Read more
The Right to HE is not Yet a Reality in Africa
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has urged African countries to make the right to higher education a reality on the continent by reducing the cost of studying, expanding access, providing quality education and erasing gender inequalities. Read more
UB Foundation Calls on Government and Industry to Invest in Scholarships
University of Botswana Foundation (UBF) recently held its 21st Annual Dinner Dance recently as part of its fundraising initiative at the Gaborone International Convention Center GICC). The Fundraising Dinner is part of the Foundation’s mandate to raise sponsorship funds for post graduate students through scholarships. Read more
UB Vice Chancellor Implores ORI Staff to Expand UB Footprint Globally
University of Botswana (UB) Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has implored Okavango Research Institute (ORI) staff to make deliberate efforts to expand UB’s footprint globally through its research initiatives. Read more
Unbelievable Comeback: Kufigwa Last Minute Strike Secures Hawks Draw Against Prisons XI
Khumoetsile Kufigwa scored a stunning late equalizer to secure University of Botswana (UB) Hawks a 2-2 draw away to First Division South League rivals, Prisons XI, in a captivating contest over the weekend. Read more
University of Botswana Wellness Day, a Resounding Success
University of Botswana (UB) staff were advised to be cautious about their mental health as it is paramount to their wellbeing. Read more
Use Universities to Spur Botswana’s Growth Agenda
Botswana’s development towards becoming a high-income and industrialised economy by 2036 will need to be harnessed with high-quality research and development, technology, and innovation, according to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Read more
31 October 2023
Dr Wesley Pieters to Cycle 1900 Km for the Trans-Kalahari Corridor Awareness Campaign
Representing the University of Namibia (UNAM) in this endeavour is Dr Wesley Pieters, a staff member of the Department of Psychology & Social Work in the School of Allied Health Sciences. Read more
Newcomers UB Hawks hold Notwane FC to a Draw in First Division South League Encounter
Newly promoted University of Botswana Hawks, held Notwane FC to a one-all draw in their First Division South League fixture played at the UB Stadium on October 14, 2023. Read more
Newly Coated School of Phamarcy Students Encouraged to Practice Professionalism
Fifty-nine University of Botswana School of Pharmacy students have been encouraged to practice professionalism as they embarked on a new journey to become pharmacists. Read more
Priorities of New ‘African University’ Lack Substance
There has been an explosion of new universities on the African continent in the past 20 years. During this time, Ethiopia, alone, established 60 new universities. Read more
Prof Norris Encourages Researchers to be Impactful in Africa’s Economic Value Chain
University of Botswana Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, recently hosted for dinner a team of international researchers and industry leaders who are currently in the country for the All-Africa Conference on Animal Agriculture. Read more
SADC, University Network to Join Forces to Promote Science
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP) are set to deepen their collaboration to promote the teaching of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM, to support universities’ incubation hubs and mobilise donor funds to roll out programmes at institutions of higher learning in the region. Read more
Six University of Botswana Taekwondo Athletes Receive Championships Gold Medals
A total of six University of Botswana Taekwondo athletes received gold medals at the 2nd University of Botswana Taekwondo Open Championship – 2023 held at UB Indoor Sports Centre on October 7, 2023. Read more
Stigma on mental Health Contributes to Rise in Drug and Substance Abuse
Director of the Drug Enforcement Agency at the Ministry of Defense and Security, Mrs Pearl Ramokoka, has attributed the rise in drugs and substance abuse in Botswana to stigma on mental health. Read more
UB Holds its 41st Annual Graduation Ceremony on 19th and 20th October
The University of Botswana will have conferred degrees; masters and PhDs to about 2431 graduands in different fields when its 41st Graduation Ceremony which began today, ends tomorrow. Read more
UB, MSU and AAP Delegation Pays SADC Executive Secretary Courtesy Call to Foster Relations
A high-level delegation from the University of Botswana (UB) and Michigan State University (MSU) who are part of the Alliance for African Partnership (APP) consortium recently paid Southern African Development Community (SADC) Executive Secretary, Mr. Elias Magosi, a courtesy call to foster collaborations aimed at transforming the region. Read more
30 September 2023
Book Interrogates Pathways to Address Challenges in HE
A new thrust towards the search for the identity of African universities has been undertaken by 16 scholars, who have been probing how African academia could construct a progressive future that would address rampant challenges within the sector. Read more
Doctoral Researcher from Botswana Honored with Prestigious STEM Fellowship
A graduate student pursuing her doctorate in earth and environmental sciences at The University of Texas at Arlington has received a prestigious fellowship from the Schlumberger Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to science and technology education. Read more
Empowering the Future at the Ministry of Education’s Transformative Event
Taking the Ministry to the People event highlights a significant gathering hosted by the Ministry of Education and Skills Development in Tshesebe on August 24, 2023. The event, themed “Driving a Knowledge Economy through Skills Development and Mindset Change,” brought together education enthusiasts and stakeholders from all corners of the nation. Read more
Mechanical Engineering Thermal & Fluid Systems Design Students on Study Trip to KBL
Twenty-eight final-year students of the Department of Mechanical Engineering offering Thermal and Fluid Systems Design course visited Kgalagadi Breweries Limited (KBL) for a study trip on the fluid and thermal systems in the plant on September 1, 2023. The team was led by Prof Kevin N. Nwaigwe, the course lecturer for Thermal and Fluid Systems Design. Read more
Research Methods Training Workshop Enhances UB Graduate Students Research Skills
A total of 200 University of Botswana graduate students recently attended a Research Methods Training Workshop to enhance their research skills as well as to get exposure to a diverse range of research methods. Read more
Texas A&M Agrilife Research Team Visits UB to Explore Areas of Collaboration
A delegation from Texas A&M Agrilife Research Team paid a courtesy call on Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris recently to explore possible areas of collaboration or partnerships in research. Read more
UP Student Becomes the First African Woman from Botswana to Get a Ph.D. in Philosophy
Dr Doreen Sesiro, philosophy lecturer at the University of Botswana, is among the remarkable graduates who walked the stage during the University of Pretoria’s (UP) spring graduations as she became the first African woman from Botswana to receive a PhD in philosophy. Read more
Vice Chancellor Appreciates UB Hawks for Advancing to First Division League
Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, recently hosted the UB Hawks Football Team for an appreciation dinner at his residence following the team’s advancement to the Debswana First Division League. Read more
Walt Disney World Company Returns to UB on Recruitment Drive
The Walt Disney World Company in collaboration with University of Botswana Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management recently conducted yet another recruitment exercise for an opportunity to work at the Walt Disney World Company in the United States, in a 12-month excellence service delivery programme, … Read more
Wisconsin University Keen on Strengthening Relations with University of Botswana
The University of Wisconsin (UW) in the United State of America is keen on strengthening relations with the University of Botswana especially in the areas of research, training, climate change, water management and data management system. Read more
31 August 2023
Africa is Home to the Oldest and Youngest Universities
The African continent is home to four of the world’s oldest universities and also to some of the planet’s youngest, first-ever universities in a given country, with some countries having established their first institutions less than 10 years ago. Read more
FET Hosts 40 Secondary School Students for Youth Development Innovation Boot Camp
University of Botswana through the Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET) hosted 40 students from various secondary schools across the country for the Youth Development Innovation Boot Camp. Read more
Governments Should Value the Teaching Profession
The education sector on the African continent faces various challenges, some of which always recur. They include funding, strikes and protests, poor education systems (the leading challenge), weak education policies and socio-economic issues. Read more
Professor Norris Calls for Industry Investment to Shore up University of Botswana Innovations
University of Botswana Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has called upon those with financial capital or financial muscle to invest in some of the innovations that the University continues to embark on. Read more
Research Methods Training Workshop Participants Encouraged to Collaborate
University of Botswana Deputy Vice Chancellor for Research and Enterprise, Professor Doreen Ramogola-Masire, has encouraged research methods training fellows to collaborate on research to share skills, increase productivity, efficiency, and research quality. Read more
Sub-Saharan Africa Leads Enrolments in Professional Courses
The Sub-Saharan African region has the highest year-on-year average growth rate in the world in the number of people enrolling for professional certificate courses, a new study by a global trainer has found. Read more
The Management of The University of Botswana (UB) Suspended Members of The Student Representative Council (SRC) …
The SRC has been forcing students out of lecture rooms over the last two days, a situation that worsened yesterday morning when they chained and locked up the rooms to keep students out. Read more
UB Advancing the Cause for Redesigning and Reshaping Botswana’s Industrial Future
In its continued drive to redirected Botswana towards industrialization of its economy, the University of Botswana through the Department of Industrial Design and Technology hosted this year’s annual Degree under the theme – Design and Enterprise Development: … Read more
UB, Stakeholders Take Wellness Day to The People
Building robust and vibrant neighborhoods requires several different elements, including health and wellness programmes. To meet this objective, the University of Botswana (UB), Batlokwa Tribal Administration, and Sir Ketumile Masire Teaching Hospital (SKMTH) found it befitting to bring to the community a health and wellness day… Read more
UB Suspends SRC
The management of the University of Botswana (UB) suspended members of the Student Representative Council (SRC) yesterday following the student body’s antics to force fellow students into boycotting lessons.The SRC has been forcing students out of lecture rooms over the last two days, …Read more
University Of Botswana Marathon Certified As Comrades Marathon Qualifier
This year’s edition of the UB Marathon slated for September 24, 2023, will, among others, serve as a Comrades Marathon qualifier and other major international meets. The marathon which is in its second edition, is an annual event organised by the University of Botswana Foundation. Read more
Women Student Leaders Plead for Mentorship Opportunities
Women university student union leaders in Africa are pleading for mentorship opportunities from successful women leaders inside and outside academia, lamenting that they were playing second fiddle to their male colleagues, despite more of them getting elected to lead the unions. Read more
31 July 2023
300 Students to Benefit from UB Russian Language Centre
In its drive to remain a distinctive centre of academic excellence, the University of Botswana (UB) in collaboration with two Russian Universities are billed to establish a Russian Language Center. Read more
About 300 Students to Benefit From UB-Russian Language Centre
In a quest to remain a distinctive centre of academic excellence, the University of Botswana (UB) in collaboration with two Russian Universities are billed to establish a Russian Language Centre. Read more
Botswana Poised to Benefit from Nigeria P342 Million Bioinformatics and Genomics Sequencing Laboratory
NIPRD Director General, Dr Obi Peter Adigwe, said the institute was in the process of finalising a US$26 million grant (approximately P342 million) from the Global Fund to set up one of the region’s first bioinformatics and genomics sequencing laboratory. Read more
Biust Host the First African Astronomy School
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) is committed to providing a stimulating environment of discoveries and learning for present and future scientists and technologists and being a catalyst for change. Read more
Biust Towards Improving the Environmental and Social Performance of Communities
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) is committed to contributing towards improving the environmental and social performance of the communities in which it operates. Read more
Prime Minister Dlamini of Eswatini Pays his Alma Mater Surprise Visit
The Prime Minister of ESwatini, Mr. Cleopas Sipho Dlamini, on July 14, 2023 paid a surprise visit to his alma mater, the University of Botswana. Read more
Science and Astronomy in Southern Botswana
The Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST), through its Planetary and Space Science Team in collaboration with Diamonds in the Sky and the Regional Education Office Southern Botswana, hosted 3-day teachers training workshop for science and astronomy in Kanye. Read more
Sweet Victory as UB Hawks Gain Promotion to Debswana First Division League
UB Hawks’ short journey to Jwaneng for the southern bloc promotional games this past weekend was a sweet one after they secured promotion to Debswana First Division League. Read more
Two UB Staff Members Win Medals in Maiden Comrades Marathon Appearance
University of Botswana is proud of Dr Makamu Sebakeng from the Department of Emergency Medicine and Mr Kgosietsile Bopadile from Campus Services for successfully completing their maiden Comrades Marathon held in South Africa on June 11, 2023. Read more
UB & AAP Consortium Launch P1 Million Project on Students with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
The University of Botswana and Alliance for African Partnership (AAP) consortium have a launched a project titled: The Evaluation of Inclusive Education Programs for Transition-Age Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Botswana and Ghana. Read more
UB Staff Member Recognised Among Triple Helix Conference Top Presenters
A University of Botswana staff member, Ms Lametse Letsebe’s conference paper has been chosen amongst the top best from Africa for a presentation at the Triple Helix International Conference held in LaSalle Ramon Lluli University, Barcelona in Spain on June 25-30, 2023. Read more
University of Botswana Marathon Organisers Target Over 3000 Runners
Organisers of the second edition of the University of Botswana Marathon slated for UB Stadium on September 24, 2023, say they are targeting over 3000 runners. The inaugural edition of the marathon which was held last year, registered over 1000 local and international athletes out of which 800 turned up for the event. Read more
Vice Chancellor Of the University of Botswana Joins ACCP as Advisory Panel Member
The Vice Chancellor of the University of Botswana, Professor David Norris has been appointed as the newest member of the Advisory Panel of the Africa-China Centre for Policy and Advisory (ACCPA). Read more
31 May 2023
Free Scholarship Recipients Struggle to Eke Living
The national tertiary institutions’ roadshow committee chairperson Chris Moiketsi has called on stakeholders to assist free tertiary scholarship recipients who are currently struggling to sustain a living. Read more
30 April 2023
BIUST Commercial Drones Reach New Heights
Recently, the BIUST Commercial Drones Team has added to their fleet of Drones a highly rated Fixar 007 Drone as they aim to continue expanding the services they render to the community and private institutions. Read more
CSEdBotswana Lays Foundation for Botswana’s Reset Agenda and Digitization Strategy
Assistant Minister of Education and Skills Development, Ms Nnaniki Makwinja, says the recent Computer Science Education Botswana (CSEdBotswana) Summit has laid the necessary foundation for Botswana’s Reset Agenda and Government Digitization Strategy. Read more
Diversity is the Key to International Recruitment Success
Today there are nearly five times as many non-EU students as EU students enrolled in UK higher education. China, India, and Nigeria are primarily responsible for the increased growth. Prior to Brexit there were 66,680 EU students studying in the UK. In 2021, the number was just 31,000. Read more
European Union Delegation Appreciates Recently Established University of Botswana Innovation Centre
Head of the Political, Press and Information Section of the Delegation of the European Union to Botswana and SADC, Mrs Silvia Bopp Hamrouni together with Programme Manager, Ms Laura Virgili, visited the University of Botswana for a tour of its recently established Innovation Centre. Read more
Huawei Holds Information Tech Exhibition in Botswana
Chinese tech giant Huawei held its first Telecom Congress in Botswana from Tuesday to Friday, launching a series of network and data center solutions. Read more
Mapii Bows Out After 40 Years of Service to the University of Botswana
After 40 years of working for the University of Botswana, Ms Gape Mapii, has bid the institution goodbye following her retirement from service. Born in Mahalapye in 1962, Ms Mapii had been serving the university as Assistant Manager Financial Services at the time of her retirement. Read more
New Research Findings Can Help Decrease Water Use for More Sustainable Beef Production
A new report funded by the Water Research Commission (WRC), and undertaken by the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the Agricultural Research Council: Animal Production (ARC-AP), reveals that vast volumes of water can be saved during beef production through a water-wise approach. Read more
Regional Framework for Microcredentials to be Developed
Countries in Southern Africa are to develop a broad framework for microcredentials. It is expected to inform and guide individual countries and institutions to develop country-specific frameworks for the recognition of learning through microcredentials. Read more
Rutgers University Delegation Visits University of Botswana to Strengthen Relations
A delegation from Rutgers University in the United States of America on April 11, 2023 visited University of Botswana as part of strengthening relations in different areas of engineering, business, global health, research, training, students, and staff exchanges. Read more
UB Hosts Alumni Reunion
In a very reminiscent setting, University of Botswana (UB)’s former students conveyed inside the UB Indoor Sports Centre to celebrate the UB Alumni Reunion held on Thursday (March 31, 2023). Read more
University of Toronto Assures MACODET Assistance to Turn Manyana into a Smart Village
A University of Toronto delegation which the University of Botswana recently hosted in Gaborone, visited Manyana to appreciate community projects aimed at turning the village into a model of a smart village. Read more
31 March 2023
Academic Freedom in Decline in 22 Countries Worldwide
Over the past decade, academic freedom has declined in more than 22 countries representing more than half of the world’s population, four billion people, says the Academic Freedom Index: Update 2023 (AFI), a new study, produced by researchers at the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Institute of Political Science (FAUIPS, Erlangen-Nuremberg), Germany, and the V-Dem Institute in Gothenburg, Sweden. Read more
Are Political Science Departments Failing to Aid Democracy?
In his book, African Religions in Western Scholarship, published in 1970 in Nairobi by the East African Literature Bureau, the late Ugandan scholar Okot p’Bitek faulted departments of social anthropology at universities in Africa as camping grounds for Western anthropologists who perpetuated colonial myths of African cultures as primitive. Read more
BOSETU at Loggerheads With BIUST
The Botswana Sectors of Educators Trade Union (BOSETU) is at loggerheads with the Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) regarding the suspension of its shop steward based at the university. Read more
Botswana Launches First Agrivoltaic Project to Harness Solar Power
Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) launched an Agrivoltaic project in Gaborone, the capital of Botswana, on Wednesday.The project, the first of its kind in the southern African country, is a 1-megawatt solar installation that provides power to the university during the day. Read more
Chinese Ambassador Pays Vice Chancellor Courtesy Call to Strengthen Relations
Chinese Ambassador, Mr Wang Xuefeng paid University of Botswana Vice Chancellor Professor David Norris courtesy call this week as part of strengthening their existing relations. Read more
Professor Mpoloka at University of Pennsylvania for Research Capacity Building
A University of Botswana lecturer, Professor Wata Mpoloka, is in the United States of America on a three-month attachment on vaccine development at the University of Pennsylvania. Read more
Safflower CARP Collaborator Wins National Research Excellence Award in Botswana
On 7th March 2023, Dr. Onkgolotse G. Moatshe-Mashiqa (PhD), a collaborator in the BUAN RUFORUM CARP safflower project titled ‘Enhancing Safflower Production and Product Development for Food Security and Improving Income of Small-Scale Farmers in Botswana’, was awarded the National Research Excellence Award in Agriculture in Botswana. Read more
Student Mobility from Sub-Saharan Africa Could Double by 2050
Students from Sub-Saharan Africa are being recruited in their numbers and the competition is increasing, with indicators predicting that the region’s 430,000 outward mobile students will swell and double by 2050. Read more
28 February 2023
Continuous Education Critical to Societal, Personal Development and Job Satisfaction …
Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has underscored the importance of continuous education if society was to adapt easily to the ever-changing environment. Read more
Deputy Vice Chancellor Teaching and Learning Embarks on Meet and Greet Exercise
Deputy Vice Chancellor Teaching and Learning, Professor Georges Ekosse, embarked on meet and greet exercise around the University campus, meeting with different faculty members to establish key areas that require attention and improvement. Read more
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Keen on UB Biodiesel Project
A Delegation from Kenya’s Jomo Kenyata University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) under the AFRICA-ai-JAPAN Project Office (Phase 2) this week visited the University of Botswana in search for opportunities for research collaborations. Read more
Minister Urges UB to Make Own Money
In the midst of the ongoing tension between the University of Botswana and its staff, the Minister of Education and Skills Development Dr Douglas Letsholathebe has said the University of Botswana, just like other transformative universities across the world, … Read more
Twenty University of Botswana Athletes Qualify for the FNBB BOTESSA Championships
A total of 20 University of Botswana athletes have qualified for the First National Bank Botswana (FNBB) Botswana Tertiary Student Sport Association (BOTESSA) championships slated for March 2-3, 2023. Read more
UB and MYSC Collaboration Set to Enhance Management of Sport, Arts and Culture
The University of Botswana and the Ministry of Youth, Gender, Sport and Culture (MYSC) have signed a Memorandum of Understating (MoU) to pave way for collaboration in various areas of mutual interest. Read more
UB Staff, Management Hit Deadlock as Strike Rages on
The University of Botswana Staff Union (UBSU) together with University of Botswana Academic and Support Staff Union (UBASSU) have once more convened to embark on a strike after their salary increment pleas hit a snag last year. Read more
University of Botswana to Benefit from Australia Africa University Network
Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, says given the existing environmental and climatic similarities between Australia and Botswana, UB can learn a lot from Curtin University how to tackle challenges such as water scarcity, management and harvesting besides wastewater recycling. Read more
WAITRO Welcomes Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Botswana
The Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) is committed to providing higher education and training in agriculture, natural resources, and related subjects. The university strives to produce job-ready graduates through innovative teaching and research. Read more
31 January 2023
Ba Isago’s Green Spaces Have Become One of Its Trademarks
There is a growing need to leverage human capital and invest in green skills among African youths as they are an essential component of building climate-resilient and sustainable economies. Read more
Department of Sports Science Conducts Two-Day Data Collection Training Workshop
The Department of Sport Science in collaboration with the SUNRISE Study-International conducted a two-day data collection training workshop facilitated by the SUNRISE International personnel starting on January 19, 2023. Read more
… RUFORUM Annual General Meetings Agreed upon and 14 New Member Universities Admitted
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) brings together leaders of RUFORUM Member Universities, Governance organs, and other actors, especially Agriculture and Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation sectors from within and outside Africa. Read more
UB Executive Management on Five-Day Retreat as Part of Rollout of New Strategy
The University of Botswana Executive Management Team (EMT) is in Kasane for a five-day retreat the aim of which is to align and apprise new EMT members on the University’s transformation roadmap. Read nore
University of Botswana Readying for ISO/IEC 17025 Accreditation of Its Labs
The University of Botswana has embarked on process of accrediting its laboratories at the Faculties of Science and Engineering and Technology (FET) as well as Okavango Research Institute (ORI). Read more
31 December 2022
HE Should Beef up Efforts to Produce Indigenous Coaches
For the first time in the 92-year history of the FIFA World Cup, the five African teams participating at World Cup Qatar 2022 – Morocco, Tunisia, Senegal, Cameroon and Ghana – are each led by an indigenous coach, a welcome break from soccer federations’ habit of hiring foreign coaches. Read more
The Highly Anticipated Botsat-1 Satellite Commissioned
The Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST) recently commissioned the first Botswana Satellite Ground Station (BOTSAT-1). The event which was officially commissioned by His Excellency Dr. Mokgweetsi E.K. Masisi attracted captains of industries to witness the historic event in BIUST campus… Read more
UB Geology Students Complete Eight-Week Attachment with Kavango Minerals
University of Botswana students enrolled in the Department of Geology recently completed their eight-week of attachment with Kavango Minerals in Tshane in the Kgalagadi District. Kavango Minerals is a mineral exploration company based in Botswana. Read more
UB’s Anitah Moiya to Compete at World Miss University Pageant in South Korea
University Botswana student, Anitah Moiya will represent Botswana at the 31st World Miss University pageant on December 21, 2022 in Seoul, South Korea. Read more
UNESCO Launches Training on a Systems Thinking Tool to Promote Inclusive Education
To UNESCO every learner matters equally. The mission of its education sector is to “Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all”. Read more
University of Botswana and Airborne Lifeline Foundation Collaborate on Outreach Services
University of Botswana and Airborne Lifeline Foundation on November 22, 2022 signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enable UB researchers to travel to far-flung parts of the country to provide outreach healthcare, teaching, leaning and research. Read more
30 November 2022
Advances in the Health Sciences Noted
A total of 96 universities in 17 African countries have been ranked in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 by Subject that lists achievements in academic fields across 11 selected major subject areas. Read more
Bot-Sat-1 to Launch in 2023
Although, no dates have been set yet, Scientists manning the Botswana satellite project hosted by the Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) are confident that the country will launch its first satellite into space next year. Read more
Cancer Researchers Must Broaden the Focus of Their Work
Cancer research in Africa has increased over the past decade, but those gains were unevenly distributed as just 13 out of 54 countries on the continent produced 90% of the research, with Egypt and South Africa contributing two-thirds of the peer-reviewed contributions about cancer, … Read more
Climate Change and SDG Education to Target Million Youths
An estimated million African university students are set to benefit from a digital education programme on climate change and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2023-24. Read more
Factors that are Stifling Critical Thinking in African HE
This commentary has been triggered by Wachira Kigotho’s article titled, ‘Why the tradition of imparting critical thinking is waning’, published in University World News. Read more
Faculty of Medicine Delivers Health Care Services to Kgope Village Community
University of Botswana Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Medicine in partnership with Council on Educational Exchange (CIEE) organised a community service and health fair for Kgope residents in the Kweneng District on October 28, 2022. Read more
Limkokwing University Industry Ready Graduates Lauded
Assistant Minister of Education and Skills Development Aubrey Lesaso says Limkokwing University is producing industry ready graduates who continue to create, lead and even grow their own firms to design their future. Read more
Makwala Gets UB Scholarship
The University of Botswana (Botswana) has honoured Isaac Makwala with a scholarship for any course of his choice. The scholarship was handed over to the retired athlete yesterday during the first edition of the UB marathon. Read more
Sierra Leona Deputy Minister, Botswana Delegation Visit University
Delaware State University recently hosted a visit from the Honorable Amara Kallon, Deputy Minister of Political and Public Affairs of the African Republic of Sierra Leone and a delegation from the southern African country of Botswana. Read more
Ten UB Students to Represent Botswana at UNESCO-India-Africa Hackathon
Ten University of Botswana students will be among 18 university students that will represent Botswana at the UNESCO-India-Africa Hackathon scheduled for Gautam Buddha University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India… Read more
UB and IGI to Collaborate in Offering Programmes in Gem Certification and Appraisal
UB Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, November 15, 2022 met with officials from the International Gemological Institute (IGI) to discuss opportunities for cooperation in offering study programmes in gem certification and appraisal. Read more
UBASSU Ponders Post-Strike Move
Their five-day peaceful demonstration concludes today and has not yet yielded any results but the University of Botswana Academic and Support Staff Union (UBASSU) says their strike will continue to the next week if their cries are not heard. Read more
UB is Not Delinked from the Gov’t – UBASSU
The University of Botswana Academic and Support Staff Union (UBASSU) has hit back at Vice Chancellor David Norris’ recent remarks in which he allegedly said the University of Botswana is de-linked from the government. Read more
UB Launches Cancer Study Titled Thibang Diphatlha Through a P45.4 Million US Grant
The University of Botswana in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, University of Pennsylvania and Botswana-UPenn Partnership on November 15, 2022 launched a US$3.5 million (approximately P45.4 million) research study titled Thibang Diphatlha. Read more
UB to Construct One of the Largest Commercial Solar Photovoltaic Plants…
University of Botswana will soon construct one of the largest commercial solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant ever to be undertaken in Botswana. Read more
University of Botswana Globally Ranked in Three Out of Eleven Subject Specialisations
The University of Botswana is now ranked 410 globally in the subject specialisation of Clinical and Health Sciences, according to the Times Higher Education Global University rankings for 2023. Read more
Virtual Ideas Expo Offers UB Students Opportunity to Share Innovative Ideas
University of Botswana Careers and Counselling Centre held a Virtual Idea Expo on October 28, 2022 to offer students opportunity to share their innovative ideas. Read more
31 October 2022
Botho University Pushes for Better Education Model
Botho University Vice-Chancellor, Dr Sheela Raja Ram, says there is an urgent need to rethink education models. Ram said this during the Botho University 25th anniversary celebration in Gaborone, when the university was celebrating its existence in Botswana and other countries such as Lesotho, Namibia, Eswatini and Ghana. Read more
Disgruntled UBASSU Wants UB’s Norris Out
The University of Botswana Academic and Support Staff Union (UBASSU) has called for the University of Botswana (UB) Vice-Chancellor (VC), Professor David Norris to step down from his position as VC. Read more
Education Stakeholders in Africa to Set New Learning Agenda at 2022 Triennale Summit
The Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA) and the Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology in Mauritius will host the third Education Triennale summit in Port Louis, Mauritius, from 19 to 21 October 2022. Read more
Number of Ranked Universities in Africa Increases to 97
African universities have made dramatic progress in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023 as, for the first time, 97 universities from 17 countries, up from 71 last year, have been rated to be part of the best universities globally, with 10 of them in the top 500. Read more
Open Science: Policy Frameworks, National Guidance Needed
Universities and higher education institutions in Africa are starting to join the open-science movement, but they still face challenges and need to learn from global open-science policies to develop Africa-oriented practices. Read more
UB Marathon LOC Target Kenyans
The Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the inaugural University of Botswana (UB) marathon is targeting Kenyan athletes. The LOC has already sent out invitations to Athletics Kenya to assist in facilitating the arrangement. Read more
University of Botswana and Khoemacau Mine Explore Possible Areas of Collaboration
Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris and his delegation from the University of Botswana main campus and Okavango Research Institute (ORI) on September 23, 2022 visited Khoemacau mine at Toteng to explore possible areas of collaboration and partnership. Read more
30 September 2022
BIUST Partners with Europlanet
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), is proudly one of the only two (2) partners in Africa, in the Europlanet Project 2024, a large research project funded by the European Union (EU) through the Horizon 2020 programme led by the University of Kent in the United Kingdom. Read more
Botho University to Open in Ghana
From just one classroom, five staff members and 12 students in 1997, Botho University (BU) has grown in leaps and bounds to be one of the leading institutions in Botswana. Read more
Governance Systems Can aid Seamless Leadership Transitions
Moments of leadership transition reveal much about the governance systems and processes in an organization. The more robust the institutional arrangements are, the more seamless the transition. Read more
KTH Royal Institute of Technology President Pays Vice Chancellor Courtesy Call
President of KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Professor Sigbritt Karlsson, visited University of Botswana Vice Chancellor Professor David Norris on September 16, 2022 to explore possible areas of collaboration in research, students exchange and other fields. Read more
Mining and Minerals have had Limited Educational Benefits
The story of mineral discoveries and mining in Africa being a social curse for the continent is likely to persist after researchers at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank recently found no conclusive evidence of intergenerational mobility into higher education in most African countries and districts where extractions of mineral resources occur. Read more
President Masisi Visits SOLTRAIN Exhibition Stand at National Adaptation Plans Expo 2022
The President, Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi, visited the Southern African Solar Thermal Training and Demonstration Initiative (SOLTRAIN) exhibition stand at the just ended 2022 National Adaptation Plans Expo held at the Gaborone International Convention Centre (GICC). Read more
Prof Norris Calls on African Universities to Pull Together and Lead Africa’s Development
University of Botswana Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has called on African universities to unite and conduct research that would provide a roadmap for Africa’s development. Professor Norris was speaking during a University of Botswana delegation’s visit to the University of Zambia (UNZA) this week. Read more
Prof Norris Underscores Importance of Partnerships & Collaborations as Catalysts for Growth
Partnerships and collaborations are critical to the growth of any modern university. This was said by Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, during a meeting with the University of Zambia management today. Read more
Scientist Wants Everyone in Africa to Have Clean Water
She has spent countless days and nights in the lab, carefully analysing molecules and nanoparticles that can degrade different impurities and filter water. Her face brightens when she talks about water purification and decontamination in Africa. Read more
UB Delegation Visit to UNZA Culminates with Signing of Memorandum of Agreement
University of Botswana has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the University of Zambia (UNZA), paving way for collaborative support in various areas of mutual interest and benefit. Read more
University of Botswana Partners with Duma FM and BLLAHWU to Launch Constitutional Talk
University of Botswana Department of Law in partnership with Duma FM and Botswana Land Board and Local Authorities and Health Workers Union (BALLHWU) have launched a weekly radio constitutional talk. Read more
31 August 2022
Ambassador Mokaila Confident UB has Potential to Grow Botswana’s Economy
Botswana’s Ambassador to the United States of America, Mr Onkokame Kitso Mokaila, has described his visit to the University of Botswana as an eye opener in that it helped him appreciate the potential the university has to grow Botswana’s economy. Read more
AME Zion, Botswana University Discuss Collaboration
A team of professors from the University of Botswana has expressed the need to strengthen and foster academic collaboration with the African Methodist Episcopal Zion University (AMEZU) to meet the 2063 African Union Development Agenda. Read more
Okavango Diamond Company and UB agree on development of Home-Grown Diamond Sorting Technology
As the diamond industry becomes more sophisticated and competitive, the need for new technologies and innovative ways of doing business has become more imperative. Read more
Solution to Africa’s HE Problem Lies Beyond Campus Gates
The responsibility for producing an effective higher education system that can support Africa’s development should rest primarily with national governments and societies rather than the universities themselves, … Read more
UB Ready and Well Positioned to Revitalize Liberia’s Education System
A University of Botswana delegation led by Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, is in Monrovia, Liberia on a week-long visit to seek collaborations and offer expertise to the Liberian government in transforming the country’s education system. Read more
UB Team Visits Liberian Universities for Institutional Partnerships and Research Collaborations
A University of Botswana delegation which is currently in Liberia has held talks with officials from various Liberian universities seeking institutional partnerships and research collaborations. Among the institutions they visited so far is the African Methodist University and University of Liberia. Read more
University of Botswana and BEMA Sign MoU to Foster Collaboration
University of Botswana (UB) and Botswana Exporters and Manufacturers Association (BEMA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on August 11, 2022 to foster collaborations to enhance service delivery and knowledge export. Read more
31 July 2022
Botswana Red Cross Society Looks to UB for Capacity Building
The University of Botswana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Botswana Red Cross Society (BRCS) to assist the latter in capacity building. Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, signed for UB while BRCS Secretary General, Mr Kutlwano Mukokomani, signed for the society. Read more
Department of Family Medicine & Public Health Medicine Sensitizes Kgope Community on Healthy Living
The Department of Family Medicine and Public Health Medicine in collaboration with the Council on Educational Exchange (CIEE), held a health fair in Kgope village in the Kweneng District on July 8, 2022, as part of efforts to bring health care to the people. CIEE is a United States based organization with operations in Botswana. Read more
Turkey Ambassador Keen on Expanding Relations with University of Botswana
Turkey’s Ambassador to Botswana, Ms Meltem Buyukkarakas, on July 07, 2022 paid Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, a courtesy call to explore possible areas in which to enhance collaboration especially in research, education and training. Read more
University of Botswana Adopts Moralane Primary School to Improve Quality of Education
For the small community of Moralane village in the outskirts of Shoshong in the Central District, it was a match made in heaven when Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, announced that the University of Botswana was adopting Moralane Primary School through the Adopt a School Programme. Read more
University of Botswana and Kgatleng District Collaborate to Safeguard Intangible Cultural Heritage
University of Botswana Department of History recently met with Kgatleng District Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) Committee to explore ways through which they can collectively contribute to the preservation and development of cultural heritage. Read more
30 June 2022
BAC, SRC Festival War Rages on
The Botswana Accountancy College (BAC) management has threatened to take its current SRC President, Theo Monageng, to court over the publication of a live interview in which the student publicly spoke against the university management. Read more
Microsoft Team Visits UB to Foster Education Transforming Partnership
A delegation from Microsoft, Kenya on June 16, 2022 paid a visit to the University of Botswana to explore for possibilities of securing a three-year collaboration through an Education Transformation Agreement (ETA). Read more
UB and MACODET Partnership to Turn Manyana into Model Smart Village Taking Shape
The quest to turn Manyana into a model of a smart village for the residents to derive economic benefit from its rich cultural heritage and tourism, got a boost when Kgosi Kebinatshwene Mosielele of Bahurutshi hosted a team from the University of Botswana for a site seeing expedition… Read more
UB Brings DICE on Board as Digitisation Strategy Rolls Out
University of Botswana (UB) and Dichaba Consumer Electronics (DICE) on June 15, 2022 signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on ICT projects, student’s attachments and sharing of knowledge and expertise. Read more
UB Celebrates 40 Years
University of Botswana (UB) will this year embark on a journey to celebrate its 40th anniversary since it was established. The UB, which was the first university in the country, was established back in 1982 after Lesotho had just decided to become a National University… Read more
UB & Johns Hopkins Schools of Nursing Host Conference on Universal Health Coverage
University of Botswana School of Nursing in conjunction with Johns Hopkins School of Nursing recently hosted a three-day virtual conference under the theme ‘Nursing and Midwifery Workforce: A Catalyst for Achievement of Universal Health Coverage’. Read more
UB Secures Partnerships and Attachments during US Mission
The University of Botswana has secured partnerships and attachments from his recent trip to the United States of America. Read mor
UB Sponsors Albinism Society with Accommodation worth P50 thousand
University of Botswana has sponsored the Albinism Society of Botswana (ASB) with two days Accommodation worth P50, 000 for an International Albinism Day Conference held in Gaborone… Read more
UNDP Resident Rep Advises ORI to Take Advantage of P15.1 Billion Biodiversity Landscape Funding
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative, Mr Balazs Horvath, has advised the Okavango Research Institute (ORI) to form a consortium with UNDP and other regional offices and respond to the United Kingdom’s P15.1 billion (Pound 100 million) Biodiversity Landscape call. Read more
University of Botswana Delegates Visit OHIO to Explore Expanded Connections
Six delegates from the University of Botswana (UB) visited Ohio University from April 11-15, 2022, to strengthen existing connections and explore new avenues for faculty and student engagement between the two institutions. Read more
31 May 2022
Botswana International University of Science and Technology Researchers Visit MSU
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology’s (BIUST) team of researchers visited Midlands State University’s (MSU) Gweru and Zvishavane campuses from 23 to 30 April 2022 on a familiarisation tour. Read more
How Changing Livestock Markets Could Reduce Conflict
Over nine million Kenyans are pastoralists out of a total population of 50 million. Together they hold livestock worth over US$1 billion. Livestock is their source of food, health, and wealth. Read more
UB-SRC Elections Postponed
University of Botswana Student Representative Council elections which were scheduled for Friday have been postponed -with new dates yet to be set.Elections were called off after failure to open polling stations on time which was blamed on the university management’s failure to secure or print ballot papers… Read more
30 April 2022
Beyond Connectivity: Making African Scholarship Visible
In February, Malawi-based UbuntuNet Alliance, an Eastern and Southern African research and educational networking organisation, appointed Kenyan national, Professor Madara Ogot, as its new chief executive. Read more
UB’s Contribution to Botswana Constitution Review
The University of Botswana (UB) through the Department of Law will on April 7 host a colloquium at the UB Conference Centre to deliberate on its contribution to the discussion pertaining to the review of the Constitution of Botswana. Read more
31 March 2022
Botswana Open University Chancellor Urges Researchers to Share Findings with Government
Professor Tlou further highlighted the need for a research informed policy making process. She called upon ORI and BOU researchers to make sure decision makers constantly received information. Read more
Chef Laurent Chauvet Hosts Family and Consumer Science Students for Culinary Art Session
Alliance Française de Gaborone and Chef Laurent Chauvet last week hosted University of Botswana Family and Consumer Science Students to a Chocolate Mousse class treat. Read more
Okavango Research Institute Donates Old Newspapers to Maun Secondary Schools
Okavango Research Institute (ORI) has donated old newspapers to two secondary schools in Maun. The secondary schools that received the donations for their libraries and art departments are Tsodilo and Maitlamo Junior Secondary Schools. Read more
SADC Education for Sustainable Development Framework on the Horizon
The dialogue is one of UNESCO’s responses to the aspirations enunciated in the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (RISDP) 2020–2030 of SADC, that is to develop and implement programmes, in order to improve human capacities for socio-economic development… Read more
South Korean Ambassador Visits University of Botswana’s King Sejong Institute
South Korea’s Ambassador to South Africa, Mr Chull-joo Park, on March 16, 2022 visited the King Sejong Institute at the University of Botswana. King Sejong Institute was officially opened in October 2018 as part of efforts to promote Korean culture in Botswana as well as to offer short courses in Korean language. Read more
UB High Performance Centre to Deliver Cutting-Edge Sports Development Expertise
The University of Botswana on February 28, 2022 launched a P500 million state-of-the-art High-Performance Centre (HPC). The HPC was officially launched by the Minister of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology, Dr Douglas Letsholathebe. Read more
Young Tswana Woman Teacher Committed to Introducing Chinese Language in Botswana
Excitement and joy could be felt as students at Legae English Medium School in Gaborone, Botswana, greeted their teacher Goitseone Ishmael with the Chinese phrase “ni hao,” which literally translates to “hello” in English, before she began her Chinese language lesson. Read more
28 February 2022
AAU-PACCI Inaugurates African Education Trust Fund Organising Committee
The Association of African Universities (AAU), the Pan-African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PACCI) and the African Private Sector (APSS) have inaugurated a committee to establish an African Education Trust Fund (AETF). Read more
Academic Calls for Law on Communications Interception
University of Botswana academic, Professor Tachilisa Balule says Botswana must pay heed to the call by the UN General Assembly to enact a comprehensive law on communications interception that is in compliance with its international human rights obligations. Read more
Academic Publishing Needs Creative Solutions to Grow
COVID-19 has dampened academic research productivity even though virtual conferences and webinars have become an antidote for visa denials and a shortage of travel funding. Where academic publishing is concerned, there may be solutions to promote development in African countries as well as increase international support. Read more
Dr Masizana’s CODATA Membership to Boost University of Botswana Global Standing
University of Botswana immediate Head of the Department of Computer Science, Dr Audrey Masizana, is confident that apart from promoting the mandate of the Committee on Data (CODATA), her contribution as an executive member will also boost the University of Botswana’s global standing. Read more
Driving Change Through Cultivation of Academia-Industry Partnerships
The University of Botswana has come up with a number of initiatives with the aim of moving towards becoming a high-performance organisation. One such initiative is the Industry Masterclass series that aims at fostering change through cultivation of academia-industry partnerships to ensure cross-fertilization ideas. Read more
HB Antwerp Teams Up with Botswana University
HB Antwerp has launched a partnership with a Botswanan university – the Belgian diamond manufacturer’s second recent foray into education.The company has signed a five-year memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST)… Read more
Okavango Research Institute Staff Promise Double Efforts After Receiving P1.5m Office Space
Okavango Research Institute (ORI) Director, Professor Joseph Mbaiwa says his staff is eager to double efforts to increase their research output besides expanding third stream income for the University of Botswana. Read more
ORI Researchers Submit Okavango Delta Management Plan Report to Government
A team of researchers at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI) led by Professor Olekae Thakadu recently completed the evaluation of the Okavango Delta Management Plan (ODMP) 2021-2028. Read more
Tertiary Ministry to Decide SDA College Fate
The future of many students at the Kanye Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) College of Nursing is hanging in the balance.Students are agitated that the institution was privatised without their knowledge and now they are struggling to stay in school, especially those that self-sponsor. Read more
UB Transformation to Open Opportunities for High Calibre Students and Professionals
Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, says the transformation of the University of Botswana to a High Performing Organisation (HPO) will open opportunities that will eventually help the university cement its position as a centre of academic excellence. Read more
Participants from Rwanda and Burundi Undergo Training
Participants from Rwanda and Burundi undergo training on how to create interactive online content for students during the ongoing GIZ-funded training on Digital for e-learning. Read more
31 January 2022
Dr Odirile Receives Ohio University Robert and Rene Glidden Visiting Professorship Award
This is a world competitive recognition given to an outstanding scholar who has attained wide recognition based upon their outstanding achievement and contribution in their fields. Glidden professorships are awarded by the executive vice president and provost office acting on the recommendation of a selection committee. Read more
Dr Kgolo-Lotshwao Publishes Book on Learning Setswana
Dr Naledi N. Kgolo-Lotshwao, a linguist and senior lecturer in the Department of English, Faculty of Humanities, has published a book on learning Setswana. The book addresses the need for Setswana language learning materials for non-native and second language speakers… Read more
Excessive Drinking by University Students on the Rise
It may be hard to know exactly how many students in universities in Sub-Saharan Africa are engaged in the excessive drinking of alcohol, but academic researchers are almost all in agreement that heavy consumption of alcohol among university students in the region is rising rapidly. Read more
How Place of Birth Shapes Chances of Going to University…
Many newly independent African countries in the 1960s inherited regional and ethnic inequalities in formal educational attainment. These new states bound together sub-national regions of diverse ethnic and religious communities. Read more
Programme Aims to Build Bridges, Bring Academics Together
A new partnership programme involving academics and administrators in Africa as well as Black African diaspora scholars in the United States aims to nurture research, teaching and outreach collaborations, yielding academic outcomes that are set to support the nurturing of globally competent faculty and students. Read more
UB and UPENN Embark on Antimicrobial Stewardship Practices Study for Southern Africa
The University of Botswana through the Faculty of Medicine and in collaboration with the University of Pennsylvania will embark on a study titled Investigating Antimicrobial Stewardship Practices in Southern Africa (MOSAIC) covering Botswana, Zimbabwe and South Africa. Read more
UB Don Denies Vacuum for State Presidency
As many widely speculate that there is a vacuum for State presidency in the country, associate professor of law, University of Botswana law department, Tachilisa Balule says there is nothing like that as the powers had gone back to President Mokgweetsi Masisi. Read more
UB Industry Masterclass Series Tapping into Industry Expertise to Create Synergies
University of Botswana on January 14, 2022 held its first Industry Masterclass Series under the theme: Infrastructure Development Fueling Socio-Economic Development and Growth: Lessons Learnt From the COVID-19 Pandemic. Read more
31 December 2021
BUAN Students Assemble Botswana’s First Tractor
The first tractor to be assembled was steered by BUAN students under the agricultural engineering department working under the tutelage of the professors and the AA employees. Read more
Department of Family and Consumer Sciences Students Open Departmental Store
Department of Family and Consumer Sciences (Apparel Manufacturing and Meal Management) students have established a departmental store trading under the name CUL-TEX as part of their semester project. CUL-TEX is derived from culinary and textile. Read more
Dr Odirile Helps Establish University of Botswana and Ohio University Partnership
Director of the University of Botswana Careers and Counselling Centre, Dr Lucky Wakantse Odirile is at Ohio University as a Robert and Rene Glidden Visiting Professor in The Patton College of Education for the 2021-22 academic year. Read more
Faculty of Humanities Hosts American Actor Denim Richards for Master Class
The Faculty of Humanities, through the Department of Visual and Performing Arts as well as Professor Connie Rapoo as event convenor, recently hosted American actor and director, Denim Richards for an Acting Master Class. Read more
Inside the Botswana Lab that Discovered Omicron
The day that Dr Sikhulile Moyo ruefully calls “Omicron Day” started like any normal day, or as normal as one can be for a medical virologist in the middle of a global coronavirus pandemic. Read more
Omicron: Academics Voice Their Dismay Over Travel Ban
African academics have expressed dismay at the move by the United States, the European Union, the United Kingdom and other countries to block flights from several African countries following the sequencing of a new, potentially more transmissible variant of COVID-19. Read more
SA Drops 13 Places in the UN’s Latest Global Knowledge Index
Egypt is the highest-ranked African country on this year’s Global Knowledge Index (GKI), moving up to 53rd position from 72 last year. Tunisia was the second highest-ranked in Africa – at 82nd, up one position from last year. Read more
Sociology Department Hosts Successful GCSMUS “Spatial Methods Training Week”
The University of Botswana through the Department of Sociology together with the Technical University of Berlin in Germany hosted a very successful online “Spatial Methods Training Week” from October 25-29 and November 19, 2021. Read more
University of Botswana Leveraging President Masisi’s Reset Agenda to Create Stakeholder Value
The University of Botswana is leveraging the President, Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi’s reset agenda and priorities to advance its strategic intent of creating stakeholder value using its expertise and resources to create centres of excellence for national socio-economic development. Read more
30 November 2021
A Science Scholar Follows Art Passion
Mogomotsi Tlhako (25) from Seleka is a Masters Degree holder in Forensic Science from the Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) whose passion for arts started at a young age. Read more
Botswana Graduates First Ph.D. Scientist in Collaboration with Baylor College of Medicine
The University of Botswana graduated its first Ph.D. scientist from the Collaborative African Genomics Network (CAfGEN) on Monday, Nov. 1, in Gaborone, Botswana. Read more
BIUST Alumni Scoops Bronze Medal with SASAqS
On the 3rd of November 2021, the Southern African Society of Aquatic Scientists (SASAqS) awarded medals to deserving candidates of high standard and repute in aquatic sciences. Read more
Clean Solar Power for Botswana University to Tackle Food and Energy Security
FTC Solar has announced it has been awarded a project to provide clean solar power for the teachers and students at the Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) campus.FTC Solar is a global provider of solar tracker systems, software and engineering services. Read more
India Sharpens Its Knowledge Diplomacy Focus on Africa
Indian higher education initiatives aimed at helping African countries to develop scientific human resources, bridge the digital divide and upgrade skills – and at attracting more African students to the sub-continent – were unveiled at the India-Africa Higher Education and Skill Development Summit held in New Delhi last month. Read more
N$170m Climate-Change Windfall for SADC
To achieve this goal, Namibia has established a graduate school on integrated water resources management at the Namibia University of Science and Technology (Nust), which is expected to be transformed into a Centre of Excellence for the SADC region. Read more
“The Enchanting Ever Evolving Energy Engineering Expert; Dr Mtengi”
Dr Bokani Mtengi has vast experience in Energy Engineering, she started her career as a Biomedical engineer for the Ministry of Health before her postgraduate studies. Read more
UB Graduates First PhD Scientist in Collaboration with Baylor College of Medicine
November 1, 2021 marked a historic moment for the University of Botswana as it graduated its first PhD scientist from the Collaborative African Genomics Network (CAfGEN). Read more
UB in Drive for Research Collaborations and Industry Partnerships at Dubai Expo 2020
University of Botswana Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, is in Dubai leading a team of researchers to showcase their research and innovations at the Dubai Expo 2020 as part of the University’s drive to explore more collaborations and partnerships with other global institutions and industry. Read more
UB Instrumental in Botswana’s Cervical Cancer Elimination Programme
The University of Botswana stands proud as a major policy influencer in efforts towards cervical cancer elimination in the country. Notably, the Faculty of Medicine continues to be instrumental in the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ strategy to prevent, treat and eliminate cervical cancer in Botswana. Read more
University of Botswana Educational Technology Unit Takes eLearning to Greater Heights
The University of Botswana is making use of educational technologies such as eLearning platforms as part of mitigation strategies against the spread of the COVID-19 virus among members of the University Community. Read more
University of Botswana Poised to Pioneer E-Learning Space to Deliver Learning Programmes
The University of Botswana is in the process of positioning itself as a pioneer in utilizing technology to take high value postgraduate programmes into Africa. Read more
31 October 2021
… Dr. Goabaone Gaobotse Scoops the Fulbright Visiting Research Scholarship Grant
Botswana International University of Science and Technology scholar, Dr Goabaone Gabotse has become amongst a growing number of the institution’s academics to scoop a research scholarship grant. Read more
BEC Blames Poor Results on Unqualified Teachers
The Botswana Examinations Council (BEC) has partially blamed the continued students’ dismal final examinations performance on the teachers’ low qualification. Thobega also said he is not aware that the ministry does not recognise the Bachelor of Primary education course offered at the University of Botswana (UB). Read more
Director of Sports Reminisces about Lunch with Botswana’s First Family
What made it even more relaxing was when the President remarked in front of the media that both him and myself were mates at the University of Botswana where he used to cheer me on during the BOLESWA Intercampus/varsity Games. Read more
Festival Records Exponential Growth
The evolving Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Festival that was initiated locally by the Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) a few years ago continues to propel the nation’s aspiration of a knowledge economy. Read more
Makerere University to Host Kings of Africa Rugby Sevens
Makerere University will this weekend host the Kings of Africa Rugby Sevens. The tournament will see Universities from Uganda, South Africa, Kenya, Botswana and Libya fight look to book a ticket to the World University Games in Kazan, Russia next year. Read more
Two Bachelor of Psychology Students Take to Radio to Spotlight, Destigmatise Mental Health
Two third-year Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology students have taken to radio to shine light on mental health with the aim of breaking the stigma. Read more
UB, BPS Sign MoU to Improve Policing in Botswana through Research and Training
The University of Botswana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Botswana Police Service (BPS) to help the law enforcement agency improve policing in Botswana through research and training. Read more
UB and BVI Management Meet to Strengthen Collaboration and Stakeholder Relationship
University of Botswana Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, recently met with Botswana Vaccine Institute (BVI) Managing Director, Mr Andrew Madeswi, to carve more areas for research collaborations and strengthen the relationship between their two institutions. Read more
Ukrainian Universities Express Readiness in Collaborating with University of Botswana
A number of universities in Ukraine have shown interest to have exchange programmes and collaboration with the University of Botswana in a number of areas, particularly in medicine, science and technology. Read more
VP Replaces Khama As BUAN’s Chancellor
The Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) on Friday inaugurated its second Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor after it transitioned into a fully-fledged university. Read more
30 September 2021
2019 Valedictorian Happy to be Back at UB after Post-graduate Scholarship Offer
When post-graduate students report for class on September 13, 2021 for the 2021\2022 academic year, among them will be Ms Tania lnnocente Bellard who has enrolled for a Master of Education Degree in Educational Management. Read more
BIUST Recognised for Producing Mining Engineers
The Botswana International University of Research, Science, Engineering and Technology, BIUST, has been hailed for being the leader in unearthing mining engineering products. Read more
BIUST’S Physics & Astronomy Department Hosts Dara Training
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology’s (BIUST) Department of Physics and Astronomyhosted a 10-day training on the Development in Africa with Radio Astronomy (DARA) recently. Read more
Dr Bakwena Makes it to Africa and the Diaspora’s 2021 Top 30 Trailblazers
University of Botswana Senior Lecturer and Head of the Department of Economics, Dr Malebogo Bakwena, is among Africa and the diaspora’s 2021 Strategic African Women In Leadership (SAWIL) Top 30 trailblazers. Read more
Jaki Seroke’s Memoir Traces his Life as an Anti-Apartheid Activist, …
You could have said my life was cast in stone. I knew that I was certainly going to acquire a degree at the University of Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland, become a teacher or train for the priesthood, but certainly become a professional. Read more
Rankings: African Universities have Made Progress Since 2018
African universities at last may be shaking off the longstanding unenviable characterisation of not measuring up to their counterparts in other parts of the world when it comes to providing high-quality teaching, research output, knowledge transfer and international outlook, … Read more
Research Collaboration to Study the Production of a Pellet …
The Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST), through the Mining Centre and the Department of Chemical, Materials and Metallurgical Engineering is pleased to announce a research collaboration endeavour and the identification of a concession owned by Gcwihaba Resources, … Read more
Two UB-UPENN Staff Members Provide 17 Batswana with Lower Limb Prostheses
Two staff members from the University of Botswana and University of Pennsylvania recently collaborated to embark on an exercise to provide and rapidly fit a total of 17 Batswana with above-knee and below-knee prostheses. Read more
UB Undertakes to Assist MACODET Turn Manyana into Model Smart Village
The University of Botswana has undertaken to assist Manyana Community Development Trust (MACODET) in its quest to turn Manyana Village into a model of smart village and showcase its rich tourism heritage. Read more
Universities Called Upon to Lead Political Engagement
African universities have been called upon to be engaged in political and social activism and take leading roles towards improving the human condition on the continent by exposing inherent dangers of inequalities, exclusion, oppression, racism and other forms of coloniality in society. Read more
University of Botswana Improves its Global Research Impact
The University of Botswana research volume and its teaching and learning continue to generate a high global impact, placing the institution among the highest ranked universities globally. Read more
31 August 2021
Bachelor of Fine Arts Gem Strikes It Hot in South African Theatre
It was a dream come true for her and the University of Botswana in its drive to produce well rounded and globally competitive graduates with immense ability to grow the arts industry. Read more
Digital Health Symposium Advocates for Fast Tracking of National eHealth Strategy
University of Botswana eHealth Research Unit under the Department of Computer Science in collaboration with the Department of Biomedical and Health Informatics at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, hosted a virtual Digital Health symposium from August 11-13, 2021. Read more
Drone Technology and Training Center Launched in Gaborone, Botswana
Botswana Vice President Slumber Tsogwane (L, front) operates a drone during the launch of Drone Technology and Drone Training Center at Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources in Gaborone, Botswana… Read more
Drs Moren and Lesego Stone Recognised for Guest Editing Special International Journal
Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has commended Dr Lesego Senyana Stone and Dr Moren Tibabo Stone for their remarkable achievement in guest editing a special international tourism journal. Read more
Limkokwing to Pay Former Employees or Face the Hammer
The Limkokwing University Botswana Campus has been ordered to pay its former employees salary arrears running over P1m or face the hammer. Read more
Limko To Increase Tertiary Access
The Limkokwing University of Creative Technology says it will continuously play a critical role in the knowledge-based economy by being a conduit for developing and facilitating integration into the wider social and innovation system to grow and develop the economy of Botswana. Read more
MSU and BIUST Collaborate on Minerals Technology Research
Midlands State University’s (MSU) Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering in collaboration with Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) won a joint research grant worth US$ 30 000 and 500 000 Pula whose aim is to solve challenges common to both Botswana and Zimbabwe’s mining sectors. Read more
Parliamentary Committee Confident about UB’s Potential to Drive Botswana Towards Knowledge Economy
The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Education and Skills Development has expressed confidence that the University of Botswana has potential and capacity to help Botswana transform into a knowledge-based economy. Read more
Professor Jotia and Agarwal Receive Teaching Excellence Awards
The University of Botswana has awarded two of its academics, Professor Agreement Lathi Jotia in the Faculty of Education and Abhishek Agarwal in the Faculty of Engineering and Technology Teaching Excellence Awards. Read more
Prof Omolo Continues to Impart Knowledge Across the Globe
Professor Bernard Oguna Omolo is a passionate stalwart and a highly experienced professor in the division of Mathematics and computer science. A dedicated pedagogue who has imparted mathematical and scientific knowledge in various renowned schools in Africa and beyond. Read more
Tokyo Olympics: What is the Role of Universities in Sport?
Africa’s poor performance in the recent Olympic Games in Tokyo highlighted the role that universities on the continent could play to help prepare sports stars for the international sports stage, similar to the work done by institutions in other parts of the world, notably the United States. Read more
UB Community Embraces COVID-19 Vaccines as More Than 1000 Take the Jab
University of Botswana community is among Batswana who have embraced COVID-19 vaccines. As of July 30, 2021, at total of 1074 people had received Sinovac and Pfizer vaccine doses at the UB Clinic. Of the number that took the jab, 720 were staff members while 350 were students. Read more
University of Botswana Stirs Team Botswana to Historic Olympic Glory
The University of Botswana is honoured to celebrate two of its staff members who recently contributed to the success of Botswana men’s 4x400m relay team which scooped bronze at the just ended 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan. Read more
US Ambassador Thanks UB for Supporting Fulbright Scholars
US Ambassador to Botswana, Mr Craig Cloud, has thanked the University of Botswana for the support it gives Fulbright scholars during their research studies in Botswana. Read more
31 July 2021
African Languages Department Awards 38 Language Proficiency Certificates
The University of Botswana on June 30, 2021 awarded 38 participants who recently completed training in three Africawiln languages, Kiswahili, Ikalanga and Setswana, in the Department of African Languages and Literature. Read more
IPRC Awards Dr Sekhwela Senior Research Management Professional Status
The International Professional Recognition Council (IPRC) has awarded Dr Mogodisheng Sekhwela Senior Research Management Professional (SRMP) status. Read more
MOTE Minister Dr.Letsholathebe’s Visit Appeals to the Private Sector
We will support BIUST going forward because research is the only tool which can help us achieve the mandate of the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Research, Science and Technology of transforming this country’s economy from resource- based to a knowledge-based economy, … Read more
Study Shows Geography is Key Driver to University Access
Ethnicity seems to be making way for geographic location as a primary indicator of unequal access to university education in Sub-Saharan Africa, a recent study suggests. Read more
The Achievement Habit: A Wise Approach
Achievement can be learned. It is a muscle, and once you learn how to flex it, you’ll be able to meet life’s challenges and fulfil your goals. The brain is complex and is always working with our egos to sabotage our best intentions. Read more
Two DLIS Students Receive 2021 ARMA International Educational Foundation Scholarships
Two University of Botswana Bachelor of Information and Knowledge Management students in the Department of Library and Information Studies are part of seven recipients of the ARMA International Educational Foundation (AIEF) 2021 Education Scholarship Awards. Read more
UB Collaborates with International Partners to Help 27 Health Facilities…
The University of Botswana’s eHealth Research Unit in collaboration with international partners have implemented a mobile diagnostic support tool (VisualDx) across 27 health facilities in Botswana. Read more
UB Set to Intensify Research Output, Launches 16 Post-Graduate Scholarships
The University of Botswana looks set to increase its post-graduate enrolment and thereby boost its research throughput following the launch of 16 scholarships aimed at attracting the best brains across the globe. Read more
University of Botswana Cutting Edge Medical Innovations…
A 17-year-old female student with Ollier’s Disease (a rare skeletal disorder) has thus benefitted from a hip implant designed at the University of Botswana Faculty of Medicine Regenerative Medicine Laboratory. Read more
30 June 2021
BOFEPUSU With UB Workers Against Norris
The Botswana Federation of Public, Parastatal and Private Sector Unions (BOFEPUSU) has thrown its weight behind University of Botswana (UB) workers in their call for the dismissal of the institution’s Vice Chancellor Professor David Norris. Read more
Department of Student Welfare Treats Student Leaders to Special Welcome
Not only was it an elegant black-tie event but a special treat for the University of Botswana student leadership to rub shoulders with the university’s Executive Management Team. Read more
Graduates Should Look Beyond Obvious
Botho University graduates have been urged to take their imaginations beyond the horizons as the era of COVID-19 also offers an opportunity to embark on unchartered terrains for innovation and development. Read more
Hope and Opportunity for Refugee Students in Botswana
“Life feels more secure than it did before coming to university…we can make plans for the future,” said Linda, who left Burundi as a baby with her mother in 1998 for South Africa. Ten years later, they fled to Botswana to escape unrest affecting foreign nationals in their Johannesburg neighbourhood. Read more
‘Humanise Online Teaching and Learning’
There is a pressing need to critically evaluate and monitor higher education’s responses to the lockdown in Africa, especially in relation to teaching and learning remotely, says Daniela Gachago, an associate professor in the Centre for Innovation in Learning and Teaching at the University of Cape Town, South Africa. Read more
LEA, BUAN Partner to Boost Agric Entrepreneurs
The Local Enterprise Authority (LEA) and the Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) are set to launch a Graduate Entrepreneurship Programme in which 27 BUAN graduates have been allocated pieces of land at the University to initiate agricultural projects as a pilot. Read more
Partnership with Ministry of Higher Education
Ministry of Higher Education this morning has thanked its cooperating partner, Astria Learning (https://AstriaLearning.com) for its unwavering support in Education Management. Read more
WordPress is the Simplest Way to Create a Website or Blog
Hisar Institute of Digital Marketing’s ongoing Webinar Fest 2021 witnessed the eleventh Webinar on WordPress on June 18. The webinar was conducted by Simran Khurana who is a student of HiDM, under the guidance of Er. Manmohan Singla. Read more
31 May 2021
IEC Applauds University of Botswana Political Science Society for Rare Feat
Twelve members of the University of Botswana Political Science Society (UBPSS) on May 7, 2021 received certificates of appreciation from the Independent Electoral Independent Commission (IEC) for playing a major role in the 2019 national elections observer mission. Read more
Student Welfare Department Honours Deserving LLC members
The Department of Student Welfare reached yet another milestone in the development of students outside the classroom when it recently conferred deserving members of the Living and Learning Community (LLC) programme student leadership awards. Read more
UB Community Gets COVID-19 Jab as Botswana Rolls Out Vaccination
The vaccination exercise is undertaken following the Ministry of Health and Wellness schedule and will be conducted under guidance of Greater Gaborone District Health Management Team. Read more
UBFOM Donates to Gaborone Clinics to Enhance Knowledge & Primary Health Care Delivery
University of Botswana Faculty of Medicine (UBFOM) has donated primary health care equipment worth P60 000 to 14 Gaborone District Health Management Team (DHMT) clinics. Read more
UB-Radio Strategically Poised to Raise University of Botswana Profile Internationally
It’s not a secret anymore. University of Botswana has a radio station. You just have to log on to www.ubradio.co.bw or download a mobile phone application to enjoy a bouquet of “hot topics” and music of all genres and ages. Read more
30 April 2021
BOTESSA Hosts Online Chess
Botswana Tertiary Students Sports Association (BOTESSA) hosted its first ever online chess tournament on Saturday. Read more
Career Guidance in the 4IR has to be Intentional
There is a fast-growing void and a stark mismatch between people’s current skills and the skills that will be needed for jobs during the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Governments, businesses, schools and universities around the world are simply not helping people to acquire the skills they need to succeed in this new environment. Read more
FET Programmes Accreditation Bolsters UB’s Global Competitiveness
The Faculty of Engineering and Technology (FET) has taken yet another giant step to bolster the global competitiveness of its graduates following accreditation and alignment of its programmes with international standards. Read more
Five of Jacaranda School of Orphans Students Awarded Full Scholarships…
Jacaranda School of Orphans has become the first school in Malawi to be awarded full scholarships to five of its students to study Bachelor of degrees in prestigious African universities in Botswana, Kenya, Mauritius and Zimbabwe. Read more
FUB, Botho University Partners
Footballers Union Botswana (FUB) has signed a five-year partnership with Botho University to empower footballers after retirement. Read more
UB Academics Celebrate Anthology of Botswana Women’s Writing
Aprils 23 marks World Book and Copyright Day and University of Botswana academics, Professors Maitseo Bolaane and Connie Rapoo from Faculty of Humanities, will commemorate this day against the backdrop of a book they co-edited with former colleagues… Read more
UB Academics Receive P3 Million PIRA Research Grants
Two University of Botswana academics, Dr Phillimon Odirile and Dr Boitumelo Mangope and their teams, have been awarded a combined sum of approximately P3.3 million (US$300 000) in research grants under the Alliance for African Partnership (AAP) grant programme, Partnerships for Innovative Research in Africa (PIRA). Read more
UB Media Studies Academics Contribute Chapters, Co-edit New Media Studies Book
Prof Hopeton Dunn, a Professor in the Department of Media Studies, together with the Head of Department Dr William Lesitaokana have collaborated with University of Johannesburg Professors Dumisani Moyo and Shanade Barnabas to put together an edited collection on media, culture and technology. Read more
31 March 2021
Botswana University Unveils Rubber Pavers Made from Waste Tires
The University of Botswana (UB) in collaboration with local company Sky Scene unveiled rubber pavers made from recycled tires in Gaborone… Read more
Department of Mechanical Engineering and Skyscene Turn Waste into Useful Products
University of Botswana Department of Mechanical Engineering in collaboration with a local company called Skyscene (Pty) Ltd, is working on a project to recycle used tyres. Read more
IDM COVID-19 Impact on Higher Learning Webinar
With the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic came the emergence of the ‘new normal’, which called for a paradigm shift in educational trends and provisions. Read more
Northern Trust Corporation Extends Scholarship Programme by 10 Years
Northern Trust Corporation which has been sponsoring University of Botswana graduate students since 2011 through the UB Foundation (UBF) has extended its scholarship programme for another 10 years to 2030. Read more
UB and BOCONGO Commit to Guide National Development Agenda
University of Botswana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Botswana Council of Non-Governmental Organisations (BOCONGO) to establish and maintain a partnership focused on implementing collaborative activities that contribute towards national development. Read more
UB Establishes UNESCO Chair on African Heritage Studies and Sustainable Development
The University of Botswana has established a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Chair Programme – African Heritage Studies and Sustainable Development. Read more
28 February 2021
Citizen Owned Company Donates Branded Sportswear to UB Coaches
A wholly owned citizen company, On-Hold Limited, has donated branded coach jackets worth P17 900 to the University of Botswana through the Department of Culture, Sports and Recreation. Read more
Faculty of Business Student Finishes Top-Three in Global Competition
A final year Faculty of Business student, Mr Lesego Muswere, has made the country and University of Botswana proud after coming third in an international business competition. Read more
Over P790 000 for Botswana as UB Joins GCSMUS Initiative
The Global Centre of Spatial Methods for Urban Sustainability (GCSMUS) has committed over 60 000 Euros (about P793 800) for its activities in Botswana in 2021 alone. Read more
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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