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April

Apr

In the quest to tackle the Non – Communicable Diseases (NCDs), the University of Botswana (UB) School of Nursing students recently embarked on a community outreach initiative at the Block 8 Customary Court in Gaborone. This was part of of their undergraduate community health nursing course.  read more
last updated on 25-04-2024
The University of Botswana (UB) Department of Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) hosted its annual World Theatre Day on recently to showcase its visual arts and performance. The event featured various performances by VAPA students and UB alumni, including musicals, monologues, play readings, poetry…  read more
last updated on 25-04-2024
Two University of Botswana (UB) academics, Professor Thapelo Otlogetswe and Dr Goabilwe  Ramaeba, have published “A Dictionary of Setswana Personal Names”.  read more
last updated on 25-04-2024
The University of Botswana (UB) this week organised a media training initiative for its management team. The exercise was part of the UB’s Communications Strategy aimed at fostering and strengthening the institution’s media relations. It also aimed at equipping and supporting UB management with…  read more
last updated on 13-04-2024
Professor Andersson Chebanne has retired after 40 years working for the University of Botswana (UB). No other linguist in Botswana has delved into the study and publication of Botswana languages as extensively as Andy Chebanne.  read more
last updated on 13-04-2024
Industry experts in Molecular Biology from various institutions recently conducted a two-day workshop at the University of Botswana (UB) Conference Centre to enhance the skills and career development of Molecular Biology students UB.  read more
last updated on 13-04-2024
March

Mar

Two University of Botswana (UB) academics, Professors Dolly Ntseane and Kholisani Solo have launched a groundbreaking book on social protection. Professor Kholisani Solo is the Coordinator of the UB Legal Clinic under the Department of Law while Professor Dolly Ntseane Affiliate Researcher from the…  read more
last updated on 19-03-2024
The Botswana Biodiesel Conference and Expo 2024, hosted recently in Gaborone, marked a significant milestone in Botswana's journey towards a carbon-neutral future. Spearheaded by collaborative efforts between the Ministry of Minerals (MME), University of Botswana (UB), and the National Agricultural…  read more
last updated on 19-03-2024
The University of Botswana (UB) and Tshwane University of Technology formalised a five (5) year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 18th March 2024, in Pretoria, South Africa. Professor Richard Tabulawa, Acting Deputy Vice Chancellor Teaching and Learning led the delegation from UB, which included…  read more
last updated on 19-03-2024
The French Ambassador to Botswana and Special Representative to Southern African Development Community (SADC), His Excellency Mr Olivier Brochenin, recently paid the Vice Chancellor of the University of Botswana (UB), Professor David Norris, a courtesy visit during which he discussed an upcoming…  read more
last updated on 13-03-2024
The Department of Information and Technology at the University of Botswana (UB) recently hosted Botswana Information & Data Protection at the UB Conference Centre to address National Policy Compliance. The purpose of the gathering was to address the critical issues surrounding information and…  read more
last updated on 13-03-2024
The University of Botswana's (UB) Faculty of Education is preparing to welcome 17 teacher students and three (3) faculty members from the University of Cincinnati's College of Education this May. The partnership aims to provide hands-on experience in the Botswana education system, including…  read more
last updated on 13-03-2024
Despite contributing relatively small amounts to global greenhouse gas emissions, African countries bear disproportionately large and harmful impacts of climate change, observed Assistant Secretary General and Director, United Nations Development Programme Regional Bureau for Africa, Ms Ahunna…  read more
last updated on 09-03-2024
A University of Botswana (UB) team on recently met with stakeholders from Manyana village for a Stakeholder Engagement Meeting. This collaborative effort, spearheaded by Manyana Community Development Trust (MACODET), Moshupa-Manyana Sub Land Board, and the Ministry of Lands Management, Water, and…  read more
last updated on 09-03-2024
Academics and stakeholders in education from various institutions recently convened at the University of Botswana (UB) Conference Centre to share insight on global trends in computing education and future directions.  read more
last updated on 06-03-2024
University of Botswana (UB) Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, says it is high time African countries started spending at least three (3) percent of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP) on research and development as per the commitment made at the 2006 African Union (AU) Summit in Addis Ababa,…  read more
last updated on 09-03-2024
February

Feb

The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Governor Oluwaseyi Makinde, has expressed keen interest in fostering collaboration between the University of Botswana (UB) and universities in Oyo State. Governor Makinde expressed this during a courtesy visit by UB Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, in…  read more
last updated on 23-02-2024
The University of Botswana Innovation Centre recently organized a mini exhibition to highlight its progress since its launch in May 2023. The event, held on February 16, 2024, brought together innovators from across the country, as well as industry professionals. The primary focus was to showcase…  read more
last updated on 22-02-2024
The University of Botswana Innovation Centre received a generous donation of twenty (20) laptops from the First National Bank Botswana (FNB). In his welcoming remarks, Professor David Norris, the Vice Chancellor of the University of Botswana, extended heartfelt appreciation to the FNB for their…  read more
last updated on 22-02-2024
Vice Chancellor of the University of Botswana (UB), Professor David Norris, has underscored the need for African universities to collaborate in advancing the ideals of Africa Agenda 2063. Professor Norris was speaking during a special television programme on Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (…  read more
last updated on 25-02-2024

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