In a demonstration of their enduring partnership aimed at advancing research, academic excellence and professional development, the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) Defence Command and Staff College (DCSC) recently hosted the University of Botswana (UB) Library Services for Library Week celebrations and a donation of over two hundred (200) books at the DCSC Library.

University of Botswana (UB) Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has expressed a strong desire to see the University’s Scientific Glassblowing Unit expand into a large-scale and enterprising operation capable of producing glass products for the larger market.

As foot and mouth disease continues to cripple Botswana's beef exports, a groundbreaking patent achievement at UB offers a glimpse into the country's future beyond diamonds and cattle

In a significant step towards strengthening community-based interventions and experiential learning, the University of Botswana (UB) Department of Social Work and Community Development has operationalised its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Botswana Police Service (BPS) through the deployment of its first cohort of third-year students to the BPS Gender and Family Support Unit.

The University of Botswana (UB) commemorated International Nurses Day on the 8th of May 2026 under the theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives.” The event brought together nursing students, academic staff, healthcare professionals and invited guests to celebrate the indispensable role of nurses in strengthening healthcare systems and improving community wellbeing.

The University of Botswana (UB) Department of Creative and Applied Arts and Design (CAAD) recently hosted a students’ fashion parade themed “Fashion Eras, showcasing creativity, innovation, and the historical evolution of fashion through contemporary design”.

University of Botswana (UB) and Botswana Harvard Partnership (BHP) formerly known as the Botswana Harvard Health Partnership are at an advanced stage of sealing a partnership to enhance the two institution’s collaborative efforts in various public health research projects.

The recently launched European Union (EU) funded Research and Academic Mobility for Drug Discovery in Africa (RAMDDA) initiative is anticipated to support staff and students from the University of Botswana (UB) and other identified consortium universities in advancing scientific research at Masters and PhD levels.

The University of Botswana (UB) Department of Student Life and Experience hosted the Student Leadership Awards Ceremony at the Student Centre Foyer on the 12th of May 2026, celebrating student leaders whose innovation, service and commitment continue to enrich campus life.