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July

Jul

The Fifth International Conference on Academic and Professional Communication (ICAPC) took a lively turn with its much-anticipated Cultural Night, blending scholarly exchange with a dynamic celebration of global cultures.  read more
last updated on 18-07-2025
University of Botswana’s Department of Communication and Study Skills Unit successfully hosted the Fifth International Conference on Academic and Professional Communication (ICAPC) which took place at the University Library Auditorium from the 16th-18th July 2025.  read more
last updated on 18-07-2025
University of Botswana (UB), in collaboration with Berlin-based Falling Walls Foundation in Germany, officially launched the Falling Walls Lab at the University Innovation Pod (UNIPOD) on Tuesday.  read more
last updated on 18-07-2025
The University of Botswana (UB) will offer scholarships to high-performing students from Dukwi Refugee Camp as part of its continued commitment to social responsibility and inclusive education.  read more
last updated on 16-07-2025
The University of Botswana (UB) has expressed its commitment to spearheading national efforts to protect Botswana’s rich yet increasingly threatened cultural heritage.  read more
last updated on 16-07-2025
University of Botswana (UB) has partnered with Gaborone City Council (GCC) to address long-standing operational and environmental challenges at Gamodubu Regional Landfill. The partnership is part of the Educational Partnerships for Innovation in Communities (EPIC) programme, an initiative that…  read more
last updated on 16-07-2025
University of Botswana (UB) Cheerleading Team made a dazzling debut at their first-ever international cheerleading competition, proudly bringing home two bronze medals. The team recently travelled to Oudtshoorn, South Africa to represent Botswana.  read more
last updated on 15-07-2025
University of Botswana (UB) Foundation, in collaboration with key stakeholders, celebrated the Wilson Theleso 50km Walk Legacy Project on the 11th of July 2025. The initiative was aimed at raising funds to launch a legacy sports development programme in Theleso’s home village of Thamaga, where…  read more
last updated on 12-07-2025
Three (3) University of Botswana (UB) students have secured places on the Botswana Tertiary Student Sports Association (BOTESSA) athletics team for the 2025 World University Games set to take place in Rhine-Ruhr, Germany, from the 16th of July 2025.  read more
last updated on 12-07-2025
University of Botswana’s newly elected 2025/2026 Student Representative Council (SRC) and Graduate Student Association (GSA) executives have successfully completed an intensive two-day leadership training programme organised by the Department of Student Welfare.  read more
last updated on 12-07-2025
In a world where academic pursuits often remain confined to ivory towers, Dr Portia Tshegofatso Loeto stands out as a scholar whose work bridges theory and lived experience. A Gender Studies lecturer at the Department of Educational Foundations, University of Botswana (UB), Dr Loeto was recently…  read more
last updated on 09-07-2025
“If you love what you do, you will never have to work a day in your life” may be a cliché. However, for Reverend Simon Mulosu, it perfectly sums up his 23-year fulfilling career as a student counsellor at the University of Botswana (UB) Department of Careers and Counselling, where he helped guide…  read more
last updated on 09-07-2025
The University of Botswana (UB) innovation hub, UNIPOD, in partnership with Sir Ketumile Masire Teaching Hospital (SKMTH) and UB Clinic, recently spearheaded an intensive two-day event - 2025 UNLEASH Hackathon - aimed at developing innovative solutions to Botswana’s pressing public health…  read more
last updated on 09-07-2025
Over two (2) intense days of action, rivalry and unwavering dedication, UB Giants Ladies softball team delivered a powerful and determined performance at the Southern Zone Softball Eliminations held at the UB Diamond and National Diamond grounds from the 5th-6th July 2025.  read more
last updated on 08-07-2025
In preparation for the 2025/2026 Botswana Premier League season, Mochudi Centre Chiefs Football Club underwent a series of advanced pre-season fitness and performance assessments at the University of Botswana High Performance Centre (UBHPC) on 7th July 2025.  read more
last updated on 08-07-2025
The University of Botswana,  Department of Culture, Sports and Recreation, hosted a second edition of the Open Boxing Championship under the theme “Gloves on Against Gender-Based Violence.” The championship took place from the 4th  -  6th  of July 2025 at the UB Campus Indoor Sports Arena.  read more
last updated on 07-07-2025
A groundbreaking research initiative led by the Finnish Meteorological Institute (FMI), in collaboration with the University of Botswana (UB), the Department of Environmental Protection under the Ministry of Environment and Tourism, and South African partners, has established Botswana’s first…  read more
last updated on 04-07-2025
In a thrilling double-header at the Hog’s Home Grounds on Saturday, 28th June 2025, the University of Botswana (UB) Rhinos faced stiff competition from the formidable BDF Cheetahs in their campaign to secure top standings  read more
last updated on 04-07-2025
The University of Botswana’s Career and Counselling Centre, Job Placement Unit, participated in the 3rd Annual Employee Africa Summit held from 26th to 27th June 2025. Themed Empowering Workforce Resilience: Innovation & Change in Africa, the summit convened government officials, private sector…  read more
last updated on 04-07-2025
June

Jun

On the 24th of June 2025, the Acting President of the Republic of Botswana, Hon. Ndaba Gaolatlhe, officially received the refurbished and fully equipped Children's Operating Theatre at Princess Marina Hospital. This significant milestone was achieved through a collaborative effort between the…  read more
last updated on 27-06-2025

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