NEWS RELEASE September 20, 2023 Gaborone, Botswana – On September 20th, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency awarded a grant to Botswana Fibre Networks Proprietary Limited (BoFiNet) for a feasibility study to support equitable and affordable broadband internet access to nearly a half million people in Botswana’s most rural and hardest-to-reach communities. BoFiNet is the …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | September 27, 2023 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The Embassy will hold a two-day sealed-bid auction starting Saturday and Sunday, September 23 & 24, from 10 am – 4 pm. The auction will take place: Warehouse, located at Gaborone West Industrial Plot 22038, Unit 9 and 10 (opposite of Parmalat). The following items will be auctioned: Used computers, garden furniture, and scrap metal. …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | September 18, 2023 | Topics: Events, News
Press Release August 3, 2023 Today, the United States Government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Southern African Development Community (SADC), committed to continue a transformative partnership that will improve the quality of life for the people of Southern Africa. This five-year regional development objective agreement, with a total USAID …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | August 3, 2023 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Location: Botswana, countrywide Event: The U.S. Embassy in Gaborone reminds U.S. citizens of the importance of personal safety best practices when addressing security risks in Botswana. Non-confrontational crime and crimes of opportunity, primarily the theft of money and personal property, are common. Home invasions, break-ins, “smash and grabs” from vehicles at intersections and from locked …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | July 14, 2023 | Topics: Alert, Events, News, U.S. Citizen Services
The U.S. Embassy Gaborone of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for registered organizations to submit proposals to implement community-initiated development projects through the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (ASSHF) Small Grants Program. Please download the full NOFO here.
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | March 17, 2023 | Topics: Events, News
The U.S. Embassy in Botswana’s Public Diplomacy (PD) Section is pleased to announce that funding is available through its Public Diplomacy Small Grants Program. This is an Annual Program Statement, outlining our funding priorities, the strategic themes we focus on, and the procedures for submitting requests for funding. Please download the full document here .
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | February 17, 2023 | Topics: Events, News
Due to space limitations in our public waiting area, only the person with an appointment for an interview will be admitted. Parents or guardians of a minor child with an appointment, a caregiver for an applicant with a disability, or young children accompanying the person with an appointment will be allowed to enter the waiting …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | February 1, 2023 | Topics: Events, News
Twenty years ago today, President George W. Bush declared that preventing and treating HIV/AIDS was a foreign policy priority of the United States. At a time when nearly 30 million people were HIV positive, but very few were receiving life-saving medicines, the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) transformed the global AIDS response and …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | January 30, 2023 | Topics: Events, News
By the U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Amanda S. Jacobsen This month we mark twenty years of PEPFAR, the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief, and we commit ourselves to ending HIV/AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. Former U.S. President George W. Bush launched PEPFAR in 2003. Thanks to the compassion and generosity …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | January 28, 2023 | Topics: Events, News
Press Release November 23, 2022 The United States extends its congratulations to the Government of Botswana and all Batswana for their selection as the future hosts of the Kimberley Process Permanent Secretariat. The United States extends its support to Botswana as it prepares to host this important institution to stem the flow of conflict diamonds …
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By Ephraim Keoreng | January 13, 2023 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Architect/Engineer services are needed for Residential Structural Survey and Report for a house roof belonging to the American Embassy in Gaborone. Download the request here .
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | January 5, 2023 | Topics: Events, News
By Amanda S. Jacobsen U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires On Human Rights Day, we reflect on the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), crafted in 1948 on the heels of the most destructive war in the history of the world. World War II was caused and characterized by a cruel disregard for humanity. …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | December 13, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
By Amanda S. Jacobsen U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires World AIDS Day, which falls on December 1, is a day to remember our friends, family, co-workers, and loved ones lost to HIV. It is also a day to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and to recognize and support the 360,000 people in Botswana who are living with …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | December 7, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for U.S. Embassy Gaborone – Painting Works to an Embassy Residential House in Gaborone. If you intend to submit a proposal, you should thoroughly examine all documents contained in the contract solicitation package, and submit it to the address shown on the Standard Form 1449.
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | December 1, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Press Release November 23, 2022 The United States extends its congratulations to the Government of Botswana and all Batswana for their selection as the future hosts of the Kimberley Process Permanent Secretariat. The United States extends its support to Botswana as it prepares to host this important institution to stem the flow of conflict diamonds …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | November 28, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for U.S. Embassy Gaborone – Supply and Fitting of Classroom Furniture. If you intend to submit a proposal, you should thoroughly examine all documents contained in the contract solicitation package, and submit it to the address shown on the Standard Form 1449.
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | November 21, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON NOVEMBER 10, 2022 The United States participated in the annual Kimberley Process Plenary in Gaborone, Botswana. The Kimberley Process is an international, multi-stakeholder initiative created to increase transparency and oversight in the diamond industry in order to eliminate trade in conflict diamonds. The United States was pleased to support …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | November 18, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Are you a secondary school student that is passionate about human rights? Here is your opportunity to enter The U.S. Embassy essay contest, and make your voice heard! From November 25th to December 10th, we commemorate the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, a call to action to end violence against …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | November 17, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
U.S. Department of State U.S. Embassy Gaborone Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: FY 2023 Alumni Engagement Innovation Fund Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-AF-23-GR-001 Deadline for Applications: 11:59 p.m., Sunday, January 15, 2023 Total Amount Available: $5,000 – $35,000 The Embassy of the United States in Gaborone announces an open competition for past participants (“alumni”) …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | November 6, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Last Updated: October 31, 2022 As of October 2022, the U.S. government has provided more than $21.9 million in assistance to mitigate the health and socioeconomic impacts of COVID-19 for the people of Botswana. Of the $21.9 million in bilateral funding, $10.6 million is for support for infection prevention and control, which includes oxygen support; …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | November 2, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Office of Press Relations For Immediate ReleaseOctober 19, 2022 PRESS RELEASE USAID and USDA announce the Global Food Security Research Strategy to Fight Hunger and Build Sustainable Systems Today, USAID Administrator Samantha Power and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack released the U.S. government’s Global Food Security Research Strategy , underscoring the U.S. government’s commitment to ending hunger and malnutrition and …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | October 21, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
October 13, 2022 On July 31, 2022, the Government of Botswana and U.S. Government partners celebrated Botswana’s HIV Response Achievements at the 24th International AIDS Conference in Montreal, Canada with Ambassador John N. Nkengasong, U.S. Global AIDS Coordinator and Special Representative for Global Health Diplomacy. Results from the fifth Botswana AIDS Impact Survey (BAIS V) …
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By mokabathebek | October 17, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
The #DV2024 Diversity Visa Program is open from Oct 5 to Nov 8, 2022 and allows those from countries with low U.S. immigration rates, who meet eligibility requirements, to enter for a chance to apply for a U.S. immigrant visa. dvprogram.state.gov is the ONLY way to enter. Learn more about the program before you start your …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | October 5, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Arlington, VA – The U.S. Trade and Development Agency and Government of Botswana have renewed a longstanding partnership to develop high-quality infrastructure for the people of Botswana. In a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), USTDA and Botswana’s Public Procurement Regulatory Authority (PPRA) agreed to cooperate on the delivery of training and technical assistance to the country’s public …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | October 3, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
Dumelang, Bagaetsho! It is a pleasure to be here with all of you to commemorate the long-standing partnership between the United States and the Government of Botswana, and to celebrate the momentous success of Botswana’s HIV response. Since the HIV/AIDS epidemic began in 1981, more than 84 million people worldwide have been infected with the …
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By mokabathebek | September 23, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Location: Botswana, countrywide. Event: U.S. citizens are urged to be cautious and vigilant when living and traveling abroad given the potential threat of terrorist attacks and extremist action against U.S. citizens and interests. As the 21st anniversary of September 11th approaches, the possibility of violence overseas may increase. Locations where crowds gather such as hotels, …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | September 11, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services
Media Note September 10, 2022 Epic Guardian is an annual U.S. Africa Command-executed, Command-Post Exercise and Field Training Exercise designed to strengthen the ability of partner nations in the region to provide security and stability, and effectively identify and respond to crisis events. Approximately 100 U.S. service members will participate in a Field Training Exercise …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | September 10, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
All Bidders Welcome! The United States Embassy Botswana. ITEMS FOR SALE: Furniture and Appliance DATE: October 29-30 TIME: 0900 -1600 ADDRESS: Gaborone West Industrial Plot 22038, Unit 9 and 10 (opposite Parmalat). Please do not contact the Embassy regarding this event. Since the event is a sealed bid, there will be no viewing. IMPORTANT: RULES …
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By mokabathebek | September 7, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Dumelang, Bagaetsho! Welcome to this celebration of the 246th anniversary of the independence of the United States of America! I am thrilled to be able to say that in person to all of you – this is the first time since 2019 that we have been able to mark the Fourth of July with our …
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By mokabathebek | August 28, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Byline, Office of Legal Counsel Gaborone, BOTSWANA – The United States Africa Command (USAFRICOM) Office of Legal Counsel co-hosted the inaugural Women’s African Military Professional Legal Network (WAMPLN), along with the Botswana Defence Force (BDF), at the Grand Palm Convention Center, in Gaborone, Botswana, on Saturday, August 6, 2022. This inaugural event was part of …
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By mokabathebek | August 26, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Byline, Office of Legal Counsel Gaborone, BOTSWANA – United States Africa Command (USAFRICOM), the Botswana Defence Force (BDF), and the North Carolina National Guard (NCNG) hosted the sixth African Military Law Forum at the Grand Palm Convention Center in Gaborone, Botswana, from August 8 – 10, 2022. This signature legal engagement brought over 80 African …
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By mokabathebek | August 26, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
As of June 3, 2022, the U.S. government has provided more than $19.7 million in assistance to mitigate the health and socioeconomic impacts of COVID-19 for the people of Botswana. Of the $19.7 million in bilateral funding, $10.6 million is for support for infection prevention and control, which includes oxygen support; $1.7 million for the …
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By mokabathebek | August 25, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
The U.S. Embassy is pleased to invite third- and fourth-year undergraduate students with civic engagement acumen to apply for the Study of the U.S. Institutes (SUSI) on Civic Engagement for Student Leaders. The deadline for applications is September 19, 2022. Email complete applications to FulbrightBotswana@state.gov
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By mokabathebek | August 18, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for U.S. Embassy Gaborone – Supply of Area Rugs . If you intend to submit a proposal, you should thoroughly examine all documents contained in the contract solicitation package, and submit it to the address shown on the Standard Form 1449.
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By mokabathebek | August 12, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for U.S. Embassy Gaborone – Supply of 27” UHD 4K IPS LED monitors . If you intend to submit a proposal, you should thoroughly examine all documents contained in the contract solicitation package, and submit it to the address shown on the Standard Form 1449.
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By mokabathebek | August 12, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for U.S. Embassy Gaborone – Mandatory Retirement Survey . If you intend to submit a proposal, you should thoroughly examine all documents contained in the contract solicitation package, and submit it to the address shown on the Standard Form 1449.
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By mokabathebek | August 9, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for U.S. Embassy Gaborone – Residential Security CCTV Surveillance installation . If you intend to submit a proposal, you should thoroughly examine all documents contained in the contract solicitation package, and submit it to the address shown on the Standard Form 1449.
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By mokabathebek | July 27, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for U.S. Embassy Gaborone – Evaluating and Providing Technical Solution to Meet Chancery Basement Fresh Air Requirements . If you intend to submit a proposal, you should thoroughly examine all documents contained in the contract solicitation package, and submit it to the address shown on the Standard Form 1449.
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By mokabathebek | July 27, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
The Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report is the U.S. Government’s principal diplomatic tool to engage foreign governments on human trafficking. It is also the world’s most comprehensive resource of governmental anti-trafficking efforts and reflects the U.S. Government’s commitment to global leadership on this key human rights and law enforcement issue.
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By mokabathebek | July 27, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
I look forward to hosting leaders from across the African continent in Washington, DC on December 13-15, 2022, for the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit. The Summit will demonstrate the United States’ enduring commitment to Africa, and will underscore the importance of U.S.-Africa relations and increased cooperation on shared global priorities. The U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit will build …
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By mokabathebek | July 26, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for USA Embassy Gaborone – Official Residential Renovation Works (PDF 1 MB). If you intend to submit a proposal, you should thoroughly examine all documents contained in the contract solicitation package, and submit it to the address shown on the Standard Form 1449.
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | June 28, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for ILEA Gym Setup (DOCX 110KB). If you would like to submit a quotation, follow the instructions in Section 3 of the solicitation, complete the required portions of the attached document, and submit it to the address shown on the Standard Form 1449.
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | June 14, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
National Press Club Washington, DC ADMINISTRATOR POWER: Good morning, everyone. I want to express my sincere thanks to Michael for that introduction. You should know that by birthright alone, Michael would make it into my list of treasured people—his father Mort Abramowitz was my longtime mentor—the voice guiding some of my best decisions and cautioning …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | June 10, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
May 26, 2022 The George Washington University Washington, D.C. SECRETARY BLINKEN: Thank you. Good morning. It’s a real pleasure to be here at The George Washington University. This is an institution that draws outstanding students and scholars from around the world and where the most urgent challenges that we face as a country and a …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | May 31, 2022 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
U.S. EMBASSY GABORONE PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY Funding Opportunity Title: FY2022 EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-AF-22-GR-003 (May 19, 2022) CFDA Number: 19.022 ECA Overseas Grants (BOC 4121 and BOC 4122) Deadline for submitting proposals: June 30, 2022 Contact: U.S. Embassy Gaborone Grants Administrator: PASgaborone@state.gov I. Funding Opportunity Description U.S. Embassy …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | May 31, 2022 | Topics: Education, Events, News | Tags: EducationUSA
Botswana marked a special chapter in my African journey and is the highlight of my professional career. I love Africa! I have spent 18 years of my life living and working on the continent. I raised my children in Africa, and they intend to return when they find an opportunity. My wife Angie and I …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | May 16, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Gaborone announces that the competition for the Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching for International Teachers Program for 2022-2023 is open. Application forms can be accessed from the following link – https://fulbright.irex.org . The deadline for submission of applications from Botswana candidates is Tuesday, March 8, 2022. Program Overview: The Fulbright Distinguished Awards …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | February 9, 2022 | Topics: Events, News
The United States Government—through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) —announces an additional $4 million in urgent COVID-19 assistance funding for Botswana. This additional assistance from the historic American Rescue Plan Act builds on more than $8.4 million in COVID-19 assistance to Botswana since the pandemic first emerged. This assistance supports the Government …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | September 8, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
ALL ENTREPRENEURS!!! TODAY IS THE DAY TO LAUNCH YOUR DREAMS! In celebration of International Small, Medium, Micro Enterprise (SMME) Day and their contributions to the economy, Young Africa Botswana , supported by the U.S. Embassy, has created a unique opportunity for you! For more information check out the attached flyer or visit the Young Africa Botswana FB page or the Embassy’s …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | June 28, 2021 | Topics: Events
The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the 2022-23 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program competition. The application deadline is Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 11:59 PM. Applications are submitted online at the following website: https://apply.iie.org/huberthhumphrey Program Overview: The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship is a one-year non-degree graduate-level study and professional development program for accomplished young …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | June 17, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
Architect/Engineer Services are needed for comprehensive building inspection reports that will assist the Department of State to certify the condition of the homes and their systems at the American Embassy in Gaborone. The reports will also help the construction contractor and the Department of State to identify potential defects that require rectification. We will select …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | June 8, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
Press Release – For Immediate Release April 29, 2021 United States and Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry launch revised AGOA Utilization Strategy to improve economic growth in Botswana On April 29, the Embassy of the United States of America joined the Ministry of Investment, Trade, and Industry (MITI) and other stakeholders to launch the …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | April 30, 2021 | Topics: Events, News, Press Releases
TO APPLY: Submit a 1-2 minute video addressing the below statement. “March is the Month of Youth Against AIDS (MYAA). In honor of this month, the U.S. Embassy in Botswana is excited to announce the “Have it All” competition. Based on the documentary “Have it All,” we want to know how you would use …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | March 25, 2021 | Topics: Events, News
Dumela bo rra le bo mma! Thank you for joining us at the United State Government Exchange Program Alumni Symposium on this wonderful day. I am pleased to be here with you this morning. There is no better way to start my day than being in a room filled with so much creativity, drive, and …
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By U.S. Embassy Gaborone | October 4, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Ambassador, Events, News