Northern Trust Corporation Increases Graduate Scholarship Support Through UBF

Northern Trust Corporation has increased the value of its graduate scholarship support to the University of Botswana Foundation (UBF) by committing a total of USD 95,552 (approximately P1.3 million) over the next five-year term. The increase raises the annual scholarship value from USD 15,000 to USD 19,110 (approximately P253,000).

UB Partners with Danish Filmmakers to Grow Botswana’s Creative Industry

University of Botswana (UB) has joined forces with a team of filmmakers from Denmark led by renowned actor Roland Møller, in a creative arts initiative. The collaboration aims to strengthen Botswana’s emerging film sector through the development of micro-dramas, training of young creatives and the establishment of long-term professional creative work.

UBWECS Leads New Eco‑Plus Initiative to Empower Young Environmental Stewards

The University of Botswana Wildlife and Environmental Club Society (UBWECS) officially launched the Eco‑Plus Environmental Education Club at Kgale Hill Junior Community School on the 20th of February 2026. The initiative is designed to empower learners with the knowledge, skills and passion needed to play an active role in protecting and preserving the environment.

Universities Must Sit at the Centre of Skills and Economic Transformation - Prof Norris

University of Botswana (UB) Vice Chancellor, Professor David Norris, has reaffirmed the University’s role as a national anchor for skills development and economic transformation. Professor Norris reaffirmed this at the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Ministry of Higher Education and De Beers Group.

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