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July

Jul

The Department of Professional Education and Development (DPED) has successfully graduated a cohort of senior management officials from the Ministry of Environment and Tourism who embarked on a week-long training at the University of Botswana (UB).  read more
last updated on 10-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) Karate Club delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Gabs Open International Karate Championship, winning a total of 20 medals. Held at the UB Campus Indoor Sports Centre, the championship attracted top karatekas from across the region, transforming the venue…  read more
last updated on 10-07-2026
The Department of Professional Education and Development (DPED) this week hosted the Ministry of Environment and Tourism senior management for a five (5) day training workshop on Project Management Essentials and Microsoft.  read more
last updated on 10-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) Social Work Society in collaboration with Gaborone Senior School, hosted a Form 5 Motivational Seminar on the 27th of June 2026 at Gaborone Senior School under the theme, "Building a Winning Mindset for Academic Success and Future Opportunities."  read more
last updated on 08-07-2026
Twenty (20) years ago, the University of Botswana (UB) and a German university, Rheinland-Pfälzische Technische Universität Kaiserslautern-Landau (RPTU), embarked on a student exchange programme with a shared vision of academic collaboration.  read more
last updated on 06-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) Stadium provided a fitting stage for a memorable finale to the 2026 CUCSA Games as Team Botswana produced outstanding performances in the track and field events. The men's 4x100m and 4x400m relay teams stormed to gold, bringing the home crowd to its feet and…  read more
last updated on 06-07-2026
The growing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education is reshaping how universities safeguard academic integrity and manage research data with the University of Botswana (UB) contributing to emerging global debates on how these technologies should be responsibly integrated into…  read more
last updated on 02-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) campus suddenly sprang into action this week as thousands of student-athletes, officials and supporters converged for the 2026 Confederation of Universities and Colleges Sports Association (CUCSA) Games, transforming the University's sporting facilities into a hive…  read more
last updated on 02-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) has taken another step towards strengthening its internationalisation agenda following discussions with representatives from St. George's University on opportunities for strategic academic and research collaboration.  read more
last updated on 02-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a more inclusive and accessible learning environment by convening disability stakeholders to explore practical solutions for improving the lives of persons with disabilities.  read more
last updated on 02-07-2026
As part of community engagement and health promotion, Master’s students in Adult-Gerontology Oncology and Palliative Care from the University of Botswana (UB) visited Matebeleng Village on the 4th June 2026 to educate residents on the importance of palliative care.  read more
last updated on 02-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) has intensified its engagement with prospective students through a series of career fairs and campus outreach activities, reaffirming its commitment to helping young people make informed decisions about their academic and professional futures.  read more
last updated on 02-07-2026
June

Jun

The University of Botswana (UB) through the Okavango Research Institute (ORI), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with &Beyond to strengthen collaboration in conservation research, environmental management and sustainable tourism in the Okavango Delta.  read more
last updated on 30-06-2026
University of Botswana (UB) Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has encouraged staff at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI) to embrace innovation, accountability and a culture of continuous improvement as the University transitions to a High-Performance Organisation (HPO).  read more
last updated on 29-06-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) and the Embassy of Ukraine in Botswana have strengthened their growing partnership through the launch of the University of Botswana Unity Park, a new landmark aimed at celebrating friendship, collaboration and cultural exchange.  read more
last updated on 22-06-2026
Third-year students enrolled in the University of Botswana's Radiation and Health Physics programme recently undertook an educational excursion to Cape Town, South Africa, gaining first-hand exposure to the practical applications of radiation and nuclear technologies beyond the classroom.  read more
last updated on 18-06-2026
The inaugural National Dialogue on Illicit Financial Flows, organised by the Institute for Combating Illicit Financial Flows (ICIFF), today (17th June 2026) convened policymakers, researchers, regulators, law enforcement agencies and development partners to strengthen Botswana's collective response…  read more
last updated on 17-06-2026
The newly elected leadership of the University of Botswana (UB) Student Representative Council (SRC) and Graduate Students Association (GSA) were formally introduced to the University's Executive Management Team (EMT) during a meet-and-greet session held recently at the UB Council Chamber.  read more
last updated on 17-06-2026
The University of Botswana's School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (SEME) recently demonstrated its commitment to innovation, research and practical problem-solving through a successful Open Day Engineering Projects Competition held on the 8th and 12th May 2026.  read more
last updated on 16-06-2026
The Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship, Hon Tiroeaone Ntsima, has announced plans to support the commercialisation of 58 student innovations showcased at the University of Botswana (UB) 2026 Degree Show.  read more
last updated on 15-06-2026

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