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May

May

University of Botswana (UB) is set to renew and deepen its partnership with the University of Newcastle, Australia, as part of its broader vision to transform into a 4th generation university focused on research, innovation and socio-economic impact.  read more
last updated on 19-05-2025
In a significant stride toward hosting the 2026 World Athletics Relays, Botswana's Minister of Sport and Art, Hon Jacob Kelebeng, embarked on a comprehensive tour of the University of Botswana’s (UB) sports and arts facilities on the 15th of May 2025.  read more
last updated on 19-05-2025
University of Botswana’s Students’ Representative Council (SRC) hosted a Pan-Africanism Youth Leadership Seminar at the UB Library Auditorium on the 10th of May 2025, rallying young African leaders around the theme “Africa’s Land, Economic Liberation, and the Importance of African Solidarity.”  read more
last updated on 15-05-2025
Students from the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences recently brought creativity and cultural pride to life through a vibrant fashion show themed Botswana’s Iconic in Fashion, held on 9th of May 2025.  read more
last updated on 14-05-2025
University of Botswana (UB) Law Department Human Rights Lecturer, DrTshepiso Shamisa has stated that Gender-Based Violence (GBV) remained one of the most pressing challenges in Botswana, often perpetuated by men.  read more
last updated on 14-05-2025
The University of Botswana (UB) and Bergstan Consulting Engineers have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalise their long-standing working relationship in areas of joint research projects, staff training, seminar presentations and student attachments.  read more
last updated on 14-05-2025
Industry experts convened at the University of Botswana’s UniPod on the 6th of May 2025, to brainstorm the establishment of a UB Technology Development Seed Fund.  read more
last updated on 14-05-2025
The University of Botswana (UB) has ushered in a new era of student leadership with the inauguration of the newly appointed Student Representative Council (SRC) and Graduate Student Association (GSA) during a ceremony held at the UB Stadium VIP Lounge  read more
last updated on 14-05-2025
The University of Botswana (UB) Omega LEO Club recently raised the national flag high, showcasing the University’s academic excellence at the regional LEO Club Convention held in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, from 10th to 13th April 2025. The student-led delegation took advantage of the platform not…  read more
last updated on 08-05-2025
University of Botswana (UB) Media Studies students are taking a bold step to challenge the underrepresentation of men in gender-based violence (GBV) activism through an inclusive advocacy campaign titled “Man to Man”, to be launched on the 9th of May 2025, at the UB Library Auditorium.  read more
last updated on 06-05-2025
University of Botswana (UB) Department of Health Sciences joined forces with the Tlokweng community in a spirited campaign against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) on the 25th of April 2025.  read more
last updated on 06-05-2025
The University of Botswana (UB) marked a significant milestone with the official handover of the UniPod, an interdisciplinary innovation hub aimed at advancing STEM education, creativity and entrepreneurship.  read more
last updated on 05-05-2025
In a move aimed at strengthening academic, political and cultural ties between Ukraine and Botswana, Ukrainian Ambassador to Botswana, Dr Syvak Oleksiy, has proposed the establishment of a Ukrainian Centre at the University of Botswana (UB).  read more
last updated on 05-05-2025
The Confucius Institute at the University of Botswana (CIUB), in collaboration with the Chinese Embassy in Botswana, hosted the much anticipated annual ‘Chinese Bridge’ Proficiency Competition on the 29th of April 2025.  read more
last updated on 05-05-2025
April

Apr

Final-year students from the Department of Tourism and Hospitality Management (DTHM) officially handed over a revamped MmaSechele Heritage Site to the Manyana Village Development Trust in a gesture of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) aimed at safeguarding and preserving cultural heritage. The…  read more
last updated on 29-04-2025
The University of Botswana’s (UB) Fast Break Friday (FBF) basketball finals delivered a night of electrifying action and fierce competition on the 18th of April 2025 as the White Rovers and Ruby Rascals claimed top honours in the men’s and women’s divisions, respectively.  read more
last updated on 29-04-2025
University of Botswana (UB) UniPod Director, Professor Richie Moalosi, has urged students to embrace entrepreneurship and position themselves as future job creators. Professor Moalosi said doing so was key to tackling the country’s high youth unemployment rate and fostering long-term economic…  read more
last updated on 29-04-2025
As part of their Community and School Health Project, a group of 14 third-year University of Botswana (UB) School of Nursing students spearheaded an Anti-Drug Awareness Day at Taung Junior Secondary School, championing the theme “Say No to Drugs, Yes to Life.”  read more
last updated on 29-04-2025
University of Botswana (UB) Business Clinic has taken a major step to bridge the gap between academic learning and business practice by successfully graduating its first cohort under the 2025 Entrepreneurship Development Programme.  read more
last updated on 28-04-2025
Second year University of Botswana (UB) Environmental Health Students have donated P8 800 to the Diabetes Association of Botswana to support the Children’s camp. The funds were handed over at the UB’s  14th “Mini” Health Fair held on the 25thof April 2025, under theme “My Mind, Body and Environment…  read more
last updated on 28-04-2025

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