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The Botswana Defence Force (BDF) is seeking to deepen its long-standing partnership with the University of Botswana (UB) by expanding collaboration in research, innovation and advanced human capital development to strengthen the country's defence capability. read more last updated on 30-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) has announced two fully funded scholarships for members of the Kengalogile family in honour of the late Mr Piet Rakeeku Kengalogile and Mrs Yarubi Piet Kengalogile. read more last updated on 28-07-2026
The Minister of Higher Education, Hon Prince Maele, has urged the University of Botswana (UB) to put up a proposal for the upgrading of research infrastructure at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI) following a tour of the Institute's facilities in Maun on the 25th of July 2026. read more last updated on 27-07-2026
The enduring legacy of the late Mr Piet Rakeeku Kengalogile and Mrs Yarubi Piet Kengalogile was celebrated on the 25th of July 2026 when the University of Botswana (UB) unveiled their tombstones at the Okavango Research Institute (ORI) in Sexaxa, Maun. read more last updated on 27-07-2026
Minister of International Relations, Dr Phenyo Butale, has commended the University of Botswana (UB) for its growing contribution to peacebuilding and regional diplomacy, describing the institution as an important partner in advancing dialogue on the African Union (AU)-led peace process in the… read more last updated on 26-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) has signalled its readiness to become an active partner in advancing sustainable peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), leveraging its expertise in research, policy analysis, leadership development and civic engagement to support African Union (AU)-led… read more last updated on 26-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) today reinforced its commitment to collaboration, innovation and national development by signing four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) – Botswana Chapter, Kitso International College (KIC), Green Africa Youth… read more last updated on 24-07-2026
The University of Botswana (UB) today marked another significant milestone in its community outreach efforts and commitment to advancing education and national development by supporting the groundbreaking ceremony for the Lefoko Village Smart Library. read more last updated on 24-07-2026
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