The U.S. government provided $8.4 million in assistance to mitigate the health and socioeconomic impacts of COVID-19 for the people of Botswana. Here is a breakdown of U.S. COVID-19 relief assistance in Botswana to date: Of the $8.4 million in bilateral funding, $4.8 million was for health facility and community response; $1.7 million is to construct 14 …
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As part of the U.S. Embassy in Botswana’s Independence Day programming, the Public Affairs Section held an essay contest for local high school students. The Independence Day Essay Contest focused on the theme: Celebrating the Achievements of Women in Politics; and students were asked to write about the role Batswana women play in politics. The …
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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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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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Press Release June 04, 2021 On June 2, Chargé d’Affaires David Krzywda and the Embassy’s Public Affairs staff travelled to Tsabong to donate 40 tablet computers and further the U.S. Government’s commitment to help Botswana’s education sector to produce internationally competitive graduates and partners that can build a knowledge-based economy. The Tsabong leadership, including the …
Read More» Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) (PDF 924 KB) for the Landscape Design and Services for Community Garden Project. 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 that follows …
Read More» Enclosed is a Request for Quotations (RFQ) for the CDC Plumbing Upgrades. 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 that follows this. CDC PLUMBING SOLICITATION (PDF 755 KB)
Read More» The U.S. Embassy Gaborone announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to implement community-initiated development projects through the Ambassador’s Special Self-Help Fund (ASSHF) Small Grants Program.
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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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The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the competition for the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program for the 2022-23 academic year. The Embassy encourages interested parties to submit proposals relating to public health, environmental science, computer science, cybersecurity, rural development, and other STEM related subjects. The deadline for submitting application materials online is Friday May 7, …
Read More» U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE U.S. EMBASSY Gaborone Botswana, PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION Notice of Funding Opportunity Funding Opportunity Title: U.S. Embassy Gaborone PAS Annual Program Statement Funding Opportunity Number: PAS- AF-21-GR-001- AF 03/23/2021 Deadline for Applications: September 10, 2021 CFDA …
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The COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated that an infectious disease outbreak anywhere is a threat to people everywhere. COVID-19 is a global problem that requires a global solution. The COVID-19 pandemic is one of the most pressing challenges to the health, well-being, and economic security of our time, and the global community must unite to end …
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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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The U.S. Embassy in Gaborone is pleased to announce the competition for the Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching for International Teachers Program for 2021-2022. Application forms can be accessed from the following link – https://fulbright.irex.org . The deadline for submission for applicants from Botswana is Monday, March 22, 2021. Program Overview: The Fulbright Distinguished Awards …
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The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the competition for the Fulbright Foreign Student Fellowship Program for the 2022-23 academic year. The deadline for submission of online applications is Friday, March 19, 2021 by midnight. The application and instructions can be found at https://apply.iie.org/ffsp2022 Purpose and Institutional Focus: The program is designed to strengthen universities, other …
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The EducationUSA Office in the Public Affairs Section of the United States Embassy, seeks to identify and recruit 30 Batswana students who scored B+ and above in the 2021 IGCSE, BGCSE, A-Levels and IB students to join the U.S. Embassy EducationUSA Scholars Program (ESP). Please note THIS IS NOT A SCHOLARSHIP. EducationUSA guides talented and determined students …
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The U.S. Embassy Gaborone, under the auspices of the Office of the Regional Refugee Coordinator, is pleased to announce the availability of a funding opportunity through the 2021 Julia Taft Fund for Refugees. What is the Julia Taft Fund for Refugees? The Julia Taft Fund for Refugees is an initiative by the U.S. State Department’s …
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The United States Congress has completed its Constitutionally mandated count of the Electoral College vote and affirmed the election of Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and Kamala D. Harris. They will be sworn into office and a peaceful transfer of power will occur on January 20, 2021. The criminals who committed violent acts of terror against …
Read More» U.S. Embassy Gaborone through the PEPFAR Botswana Coordination Office (PEPFAR/PCO) is pleased to announce an open competition for local civil society organizations (CSOs) and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to submit applications to carry out a Community-Led Monitoring (CLM) program. The CLM program is funded through the U.S. President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief in Botswana (PEPFAR/Botswana) …
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The United States government, Botswana’s long standing strategic health partner, donated medical equipment to the Botswana Defence Force (BDF) to bolster its HIV/AIDS response. The handover of medical laboratory equipment, valued at $40,000, was made through the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) HIV/AIDS Prevention Program (DHAPP), the DOD-funded component of the President’s Emergency Plan For …
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The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) recently partnered with the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW) to develop the Integrated Community Service Delivery Guideline to strengthen Botswana’s community health structure. The United States government funded the total cost for the guideline development process from 2016 to 2020, valued at $190,000. The U.S. government has long supported …
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The United States government is pleased to announce $74 million dollars in new funding to help end the HIV epidemic in Botswana, an increase from $42 million given in 2019. As part of this year’s funding, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is providing $6 million to the Ministry of Health and …
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The U.S. government, through the Southern Africa Energy Program of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and in collaboration with the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology, and Energy Security launched the Rooftop Solar Program. This watershed event underlines the strong partnership between the United States and Botswana. Most importantly, RTS marks the …
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The U.S. Embassy in Gaborone, Botswana is pleased to announce a call for proposals for the Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP). What is the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation? The Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) supports projects to preserve a wide range of cultural heritage throughout the world, including in Botswana. Since …
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Deputy Chief of Mission Kali C. Jones travelled to Shakawe October 21 and 22 to engage with community leadership and local NGOs on gender-based violence, women’s economic empowerment, cultural heritage, and border security. While in Shakawe, Ms. Jones met with representatives from the Botswana Police Service, the Deputy District Commissioner, and Kgosi Mbambo to learn …
Read More» Assistant Secretary of State for Energy Resources Francis Fannon, Australia’s Ambassador to the United States Arthur Sinodinos, Botswana’s Minister of Mineral Resources and Green Technology Lefoko Moagi, Canada’s Associate Deputy Minister of Natural Resources Shawn Tupper, and Peru’s Vice Minister of Mines and Energy Jaime Galvez Delgado, and Vice Minister of Foreign Relations Manuel Talavera …
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The United States Ambassador, Craig L. Cloud, traveled to Tsabong on October 15 as part of the Embassy’s “Mabogo Dinku” tour across Botswana. The tour highlights U.S. support and cooperation with Botswana in health, economic prosperity, education, and security, and demonstrates the continued U.S. commitment to the people of Botswana. While in Tsabong, Ambassador Cloud …
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The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the 2021-22 Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program competition. The application deadline is Friday, August 14, 2020 at 11:59 PM. Program Overview: The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship is a one-year non-degree graduate-level study and professional development program for accomplished young and mid-career professionals. Throughout the year, Fellows pursue individual …
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USAID’s VukaNow: Combating Wildlife Crime in Southern Africa Activity, implemented by Chemonics International, is seeking concept papers for implementation of activities designed to address a multi-faceted program that aims to significantly reduce the level of poaching and illegal trade in wildlife through innovative approaches to: enhancing law enforcement capacity, enhancing judiciary systems, minimizing wildlife crimes …
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In March 2020 COVID-19 triggered a worldwide crisis. The goal of Young Africa Botswana quickly became to come up with different ways to provide support, guidance and inspiration to the youth. The America on the Move project offered the perfect platform; this project is funded by the U.S. Embassy, it commenced in 2019, aiming at …
Read More» Gaborone, Botswana; April 30, 2020. – The United States government is contributing 56 million Pula ($4.65 million) to the Government of Botswana’s COVID-19 pandemic response. This total includes the $1.5 million in assistance announced by the U.S. government on April 16. This funding will support Botswana’s efforts to prevent the spread of COVID-19, treat those …
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The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce the competition for the Fulbright Visiting Scholar Program for the 2021-22 academic year. The Embassy encourages interested parties to submit proposals relating to public health, environmental science, computer science, cybersecurity, rural development, and other STEM related subjects. The deadline for submitting application materials online is Tuesday, April 14, …
Read More» The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce an open competition for the Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching Program. Application forms can be accessed from the following link https://oas.irex.org/fulbrightdai and the deadline for submission is Friday, March 6, 2020. Program Overview: The Fulbright Distinguished Awards in Teaching (DA) Program is sponsored by the United States Department of …
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It is my pleasure to take part in this swearing in today. Since arriving in Botswana in February, I’ve met many volunteers as I’ve traveled the country and taken part in various events. I look forward to doing the same with you throughout your service. Today you are undertaking an important and serious commitment by …
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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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I’d like to thank BOSASNet and all those here today who are supporting this kickoff of Substance Abuse Support Month. You are here this morning to help increase awareness of the deadly link between substance abuse and gender-based violence, as well as the role these behaviors play in driving the transmission of HIV. The U.S. government, …
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Good evening ladies and gentlemen. I am pleased to welcome you here this evening. I would like to recognize our co-sponsor BancABC, our partners from the American Business Council in Botswana (“the ABC”), Business Botswana, representatives from the Government of Botswana, and the media. Protocol observed. As you will hear tonight, Botswana and the United …
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Good evening everyone. I stand before you on this august occasion with the deepest humility and respect for the Champions, leaders, activists, and other frontline soldiers gathered here tonight. Together, their decades of commitment and hard-won accomplishments have saved millions of lives and altered the course of the HIV epidemic around the world. To each …
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I’m excited to be here with you on this beautiful morning in Molepolole! I can’t think of a better start to the day than planting trees and hugging babies! Before we do that, I want to recognize all of you with us today for this fantastic opportunity to kick-start tree planting in Botswana. To Paramount …
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Thank you so much to the Mandela Washington Fellows for the invitation to offer closing remarks. I am so pleased to support our incredible Fellows and their community project to raise awareness of human trafficking in Botswana. Now, before I jump in – let me recognize a few people. Thank you to all of the …
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