University of Botswana — public institution hosting marathons, sporting events, research in quantum gravity and black holes, and technology skills training partnerships.
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Weekend Post
… Rudolph Boy, Entrepreneurship Lecturer at the University of Botswana, proposed creating a centralized Technology Transfer Office framework to connect universities, researchers, traditional knowledge holders, and industry. …
Botswana’s innovation barriers exposedDaily News Botswana
University of Botswana (UB), Botswana Open University (BOU), Botswana International University of Science and Technology (BIUST) and Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at deepening cooperation on p …
MoU To Strengthen Procurement CooperationDaily News Botswana
… The four-day aquatic celebration is set to run from September 2–5 at the University of Botswana pool. …
Gaborone readies for Zone IV Aquatics showdownDaily News Botswana
… Participants came from institutions including the University of Botswana, Oodi College of Applied Arts and Technology, and relevant government bodies. …
Ministry and De Beers partnership yields fruitDaily News Botswana
… Soso, who holds a Bachelor’s degree in Lifelong Learning and Community Development from the University of Botswana, said she applied for a Cultural Survival grant to respond to elders’ pleas to safeguard Naro culture. …
Kuru dance culture faces extinctionWeekend Post
… The Gaborone United stadium, located beside the University of Botswana, has become one of the country’s busiest football venues since the National Stadium closed. …
Babitseng: Zakhem sets new standard for Botswana footballWeekend Post
… In his public lecture at the University of Botswana on 16th March 2026, Professor Tachilisa Badala Balule argued that a Constitutional Court is integral in that it protects the democratic system of government and culture of human rights; it controls the validity of legislation an …
A discussion of the Constitution Amendment Bill, 2025: the case for judicial independenceDaily News Botswana
… Coach Dipeba thanked the University of Botswana, where he had served long-term as a sports officer and elite head coach, for its foundational role in securing this opportunity. …
Dipeba secures Sports Leadership ScholarshipDaily News Botswana
… A graduate of Architecture from the University of Botswana, Sefako said art had always been his true calling despite his academic background. …
Hyperrealism artist earns recognitionDaily News Botswana
… To recognise a major philanthropic act of the Kengalogile family who gave a chunk of land to the University of Botswana(UB) to establish its Okavango Research Institute, the university management has pledged to name one of the institution’s buildings Kengalogile. …
University of Botswana to name building after KengalogileA 500-drone display at the University of Botswana stadium showcased the friendship and bilateral ties between China and Botswana, forming images of cultural and diplomatic symbols from both countries and celebrating the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges and Botswana's 60th independence anniversary.
16 hours ago · Daily News Botswana →
A 500-drone display at the University of Botswana stadium showcased the friendship and bilateral ties between China and Botswana, forming images of cultural and diplomatic symbols from both countries and celebrating the China-Africa Year of People-to-People Exchanges and Botswana's 60th independence anniversary.
16 hours ago · Daily News Botswana →
Organisers of the Gabs 7s International Rugby Tournament have accused Bokomo 7s arrangers of sabotaging their event by inviting clubs targeted by Gabs 7s and refusing to register Hogs teams. Hogs general manager Lynn Warburton denied the accusations, saying coaches were still determining team participation; the Bokomo 7s takes place tomorrow with 10 clubs confirmed.
10 September 2026 · Mmegi →
The fifth University of Botswana marathon in Gaborone attracted more than 5,000 participants across multiple race distances, up from more than 3,600 last year. Minister of Higher Education Prince Maele used the event to draw parallels between marathon running and nation-building as Botswana marks its 60th Independence anniversary.
8 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The University of Botswana has identified poor coordination among institutions as the main barrier preventing local innovations from reaching the market, and has launched a Technology Development Seed Fund to support prototyping and testing of innovations while working to create a streamlined pipeline connecting research, infrastructure, funding, and commercialization.
7 September 2026 · Weekend Post →
Gaborone High Court ruled against Gaborone University College of Law and Professional Studies, barring its law graduates from sitting the Law Society of Botswana bar examinations. The court sided with the LSB, which argued that GUC's franchised Leeds Beckett University qualifications do not meet the Legal Practitioners Act requirement for law practice in Botswana.
7 September 2026 · Weekend Post →
The University of Botswana and Destination Imagination have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to train 10,000 young Batswana in technology skills over six months, including cybersecurity, cloud computing, data hygiene, and artificial intelligence, alongside soft skills and entrepreneurship. The initiative is funded through a P1.2 billion job-creation fund and involves partnerships with technology companies and government ministries aimed at improving youth employability.
7 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The Gaborone High Court ruled against Gaborone University College of Law and Professional Studies, preventing its law graduates from registering for the Law Society of Botswana bar examinations. The court sided with the Law Society's position that GUC's Leeds Beckett University franchise qualifications do not meet the Legal Practitioners Act requirement that only graduates from the University of Botswana or listed universities may practise law in the country.
3 September 2026 · Weekend Post →
Researchers at the University of Botswana developed the Nexus Paradigm, a quantum-gravity theory positing that spacetime is quantised rather than continuous, which predicted the exact shape of two supermassive black holes and has been confirmed by the world's largest telescope with 99.9972% statistical confidence.
1 September 2026 · Mmegi →
Botswana marked 35 years of Ukraine's independence at an event in Gaborone where the Assistant Minister for State President, Defence and Security affirmed Botswana's support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, while launching a two-week artistic exhibition titled "Resilience: The Unbreakable Human Spirit" featuring collaboration between Batswana and Ukrainian artists.
1 September 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana is preparing to host the Ballin N Da Bush Safari Classic, an international basketball tournament scheduled for September 28 to 30 at the University of Botswana Indoor Sports Arena in Gaborone, offering a US$100,000 prize purse and a pathway for local players.
27 August 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The Directorate on Corruption and Economic Crime has called for stronger collaboration with the media to prevent corruption, educate the public on reporting mechanisms, and ensure credible information reaches communities. The DCEC director general said the fight against corruption requires prevention alongside investigations and prosecutions, with particular focus on public procurement, land allocation, and road transport licensing.
27 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Experts at the Falling Walls Lab Gaborone warned that Botswana struggles to translate innovation and research into viable commercial products because research, policy, capital, and industry operate in silos. Panelists called for improved coordination, sustained investment in research and intellectual property development, and closer collaboration between universities, government, and the private sector.
24 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
University of Botswana, Botswana Open University, Botswana International University of Science and Technology, and Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation on public procurement practice, establish best-practice frameworks, and explore joint purchasing arrangements to leverage their combined budget of more than P6 billion.
17 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana will host the Africa Aquatics Zone IV Championships from September 2–5 at the University of Botswana pool, bringing over 315 swimmers and nearly 100 technical officials from 13 countries across the region. The four-day event is expected to boost local tourism and hospitality services in Gaborone.
12 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
A partnership between the Ministry of Higher Education and De Beers Group is providing internships, international placements and skills development for young Batswana. Seven interns participated in 2025, eight in 2026 (five from TVET institutions), with some placed internationally in areas including polished diamonds, science and technology, and data analytics.
12 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Ghanzi District Deputy Council Chairperson Xukuri Xukuri has appealed for the revival of the Kuru Dance Festival, warning that indigenous communities' culture is slowly facing extinction. The festival, once held annually in August at Dqae Qare San Lodge, has stalled due to alleged mismanagement; officials say youth participation and community engagement are critical to restoring it and preserving San traditions including music, healing dances, and storytelling.
11 August 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana Football Association president Tariq Babitseng credits Gaborone United owner Nicolas Zakhem with rewriting the script of fleeting investor involvement, pointing to infrastructure investment at the club's stadium beside the University of Botswana — which hosts over 70 percent of FNB Premiership matches and has created 110 jobs — as a blueprint for sustainable club ownership in a country facing severe football infrastructure shortages.
4 August 2026 · Weekend Post →
The Constitution (Amendment) Bill 2025, adopted by the National Assembly to establish a Constitutional Court, now awaits a referendum before presidential assent. Debate focuses on whether the timing is appropriate given the country's economic situation, with proponents arguing a dedicated court protects democratic governance and human rights by ensuring constitutional questions are properly determined.
27 July 2026 · Weekend Post →
The University of Botswana will name one of its buildings after the Kengalogile family, who donated land for the establishment of the Okavango Research Institute. The pledge recognises the family's philanthropic contribution and their belief in education as an enduring investment.
27 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Botswana national track and field coach Justice Dipeba has been awarded a scholarship to pursue a Master's degree in Kinesiology and Health Promotion at the University of Kentucky, where he will also work with the university's track and field programme. Dipeba, a former 1996 Olympic flagbearer, has coached Botswana sprinters including Isaac Makwala and Christine Botlogetswe.
27 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Martin Sefako, a Gaborone-based hyperrealism artist trained in architecture, has earned recognition for graphite and charcoal portraits that combine emotional realism with conceptual storytelling, with social media expanding his reach beyond Botswana to international commissions and collaborations. Sefako aspires to showcase Botswana's art on global platforms while mentoring emerging artists, though he notes the sector faces challenges including limited funding and inadequate institutional support.
27 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Family, friends, and Batswana across the country will attend a memorial service on Friday to celebrate the life of renowned guitarist Kabo Leburu, 49, a University of Botswana mechanical engineering graduate who chose music over a conventional engineering career and was known for his innovative guitar work.
16 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Family, friends and Batswana will gather Friday at Peleng Community Hall in Lobatse for a memorial service to celebrate the life and legacy of renowned guitarist Kabo Leburu, a 49-year-old mechanical engineering graduate who chose music over a conventional career and worked with both local and international artists.
16 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
Tourism experts have called for Botswana to produce more timely and comprehensive tourism statistics to enable informed decision-making and investment planning. The call was made during the launch of Botswana's first Tourism Satellite Account covering 2019 to 2024, where stakeholders noted that while the TSA is an important step, many countries generate tourism statistics quarterly or every two months to respond quickly to emerging trends.
13 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The 2026 Gaborone Open Karate Championships drew a record turnout of more than 600 karatekas from across the world to compete at the University of Botswana Indoor Sports Arena in this prestigious annual tournament hosted by Botswana Hayashi-Ha.
8 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
Stakeholders at a recent ORI and And Beyond partnership signing argued that a fresh economic valuation study of the Okavango Delta is needed, noting the delta is an evolving ecosystem and updated research could support conservation financing, guide development, and inform policy.
8 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
A fellow MP praises Minister Kelebeng for bringing youthful energy to Parliament and the sport and arts fraternity, crediting him with sponsoring three Bills including the Cinematography Bill, and overseeing the successful hosting of the World Relays. Kelebeng and his colleague met during opposition student activism at the University of Botswana.
7 July 2026 · Mmegi →
Organisers of the 16th Gabs Open International Karate Championships say the tournament has potential to become one of the continent's premier karate competitions. The World Karate Federation-sanctioned event attracted over 600 youth, cadet and elite karatekas from the region and beyond, including competitors from South Africa, Oman, Zambia, Zimbabwe, and interest from European nations, the United States, and North Africa.
7 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →
The 22nd Confederation of Universities and Colleges Sports Association (CUCSA) Games kicked off at the University of Botswana Indoor Sports Arena, featuring regional university athletes competing in a week of sporting events across Southern Africa.
2 July 2026 · The Botswana Gazette →
The 5 thebe coin, once essential for daily transactions, faces questions about its continued relevance as prices rise and digital payments grow. An economist notes the coin has lost purchasing power but still serves a role in pricing and change-making in cash-based environments.
2 July 2026 · Daily News Botswana →