Internet helps us learn and grow! When used well, it can change our future. #GigaBotswana #UNICEFBotswana #EveryChildConnected #FutureReady #ForEveryChild #UNICEF
About us
UNICEF works to promote and protect the rights of children in Botswana to ensure that children’s rights to survival, development, protection and participation, are realized through access to quality social services, the adoption of healthy and protective behaviours, and by promoting active participation.
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https://www.unicef.org/botswana/
External link for Unicef Botswana
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Gaborone , Southern
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1966
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Gaborone , Southern 0000, BW
Employees at Unicef Botswana
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Lesotho and Botswana are setting a powerful example of South-South collaboration through their recent diplomatic and strategic initiatives. Here's how they're turning shared vision into action.
𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀! Honourable Nono Kgafela-Mokoka, Minister of Child Welfare and Basic Education of Botswana, visited Lesotho to exchange lessons on advancing child rights and early childhood education. From school visits to strategic discussions with UN Resident Coordinator Amanda Khozi Mukwashi and UNICEF Representative Deepak Bhaskaran, the visit highlighted innovative approaches, data-driven decision-making, and regional collaboration aimed at advancing child rights and mobilizing resources to improve access and learning outcomes. The mission was hosted by the Ministry of Education and Training in partnership with UNICEF Lesotho, the Roger Federer Foundation, and the Network of Early Childhood Development of Lesotho (NECDOL). #EveryChild 📖 Read more about the visit here 👇
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Botswana marks 59 years of independence! UNICEF congratulates the nation on nearly six decades of progress—and especially on its leadership in advancing child rights. From inclusive education to health and protection, Government of Botswana continues to inspire.Together, we build a future where every child thrives.#BotswanaAt59 #UNICEFBotswana #ChildRights #Leadership #ForEveryChild
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Hon. Minister Lesego Chombo was among global leaders who called for strong public-private partnerships to unlock youth potential globally She emphasized the need to demystify youth policy and ensure genuine youth participation. Government of Botswana Kimanzi Muthengi, EdD Samuel Phiri #GenUnlimited #YouthEmpowerment #LeadershipInAction #BotswanaYouth"
“Unique, intentional, and deliberate.” That’s how Hon. Lesego Chombo, Botswana’s Minister of Youth and Gender, described the kind of public-private collaboration every government should pursue to equip young people with 21st-century skills and opportunities. At the Generation Unlimited Global Leadership Council panel, leaders including Vice President of Nigeria H.E. Kashim Shettima, Chairman Access Holdings Plc Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede and Former Prime Minister of Belgium Alexander De Croo emphasized the urgent need to: Foster Public-Private-Youth collaboration to co-design skills development systems and better integration of the informal sector, with government infrastructure, capital and market insights from the private sector, and young people contributing creativity and leadership. Together through public-private-youth partnerships, we can scale skills and create inclusive #WorkLifeReady pathways into employment and entrepreneurship - especially in high-growth sectors. #UNGA
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"A child’s dream begins with education. Let’s protect that right." #GigaBotswana #UNICEFBotswana #EveryChildConnected #DigitalLearning #EquityInEducation #FutureReady #ClosingTheDigitalDivide
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Join us for the 9th International Workshop on Adolescence , SRHR and HIV 2025 — a dynamic and interactive space where we explore the intersection of adolescent development, sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR), and HIV prevention and care. This year the workshop will be held at Travel Lodge, Gaborone from the 1st to the 3rd October 2025 To Register please follow this link : https://lnkd.in/d_RTrNqu For more information please visit: https://lnkd.in/ewU_4q3x #AdolescenceSRHRHIV #UNICEFBotswana #HIVWorkshop #HIVPrevention #AdolescentDevelopment
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UNICEF Botswana is in Kavimba and Parakarungu, Chobe District, continuing our bold mission to connect every school to the internet through the Giga initiative. From dusty roads to remote classrooms, we’re working hand-in-hand with government partners - including the Ministry for State President and SmartBots - to turn digital dreams into reality. By bringing together key ministries, we’re building stronger bridges of collaboration - because every child deserves the tools to learn, grow, and thrive in a connected world. When we connect schools, we unlock opportunity, knowledge, and hope for thousands of children — powering up futures, one school at a time. #GigaBotswana #UNICEFBotswana #EveryChildConnected #DigitalLearning #EquityInEducation #FutureReady #ClosingTheDigitalDivide
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Today, the Department of Social Development, Ministry of Local Government and Traditional Affairs, and UNICEF hosted the Department of Social Development Symposium under the theme “Social Development in a Changing Botswana.” This event provided a vital platform to discuss how Botswana can enhance inclusive and equitable social protection systems that Leave No One Behind. UNICEF's commitment to social development places children at the heart of national policies and programs. In Botswana, we are partnering with the Government to build robust social protection systems. This includes generating evidence for policy reforms, capacity building, modernising digital delivery platforms, and strengthening monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure programs are evidence-driven and accountable. At the symposium, UNICEF Social Policy Manager, Samuel Phiri shared global and regional insights on how social protection can be a powerful tool to reduce child poverty, enhance resilience, and ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. UNICEF remains fully committed to working hand in hand with the Government and partners to ensure no child is left behind. #ForEveryChild #SocialProtection #UNICEFBotswana#BWgovernment#MinistryofLocal GovernmentandTraditional Affairs #LeaveNoOneBehind
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“Connectivity is a bridge over culture. That’s the innovation that Giga has brought to us.” – Kimanzi Muthengi, EdD, Acting UNICEF Representative in Botswana. With support from Giga, the UNICEF-ITU initiative, more than 700 schools across Botswana are now connected to the internet. This transformation is reshaping how education is delivered: 📚 Students and teachers can access a wealth of digital resources. 🖥️ Classrooms are becoming more interactive, hands-on, and engaging. 🌍 New opportunities are opening to reimagine learning in the digital age. Through Giga, Botswana is setting the pace for digital education in Africa, ensuring every child has the tools to learn, grow, and thrive. 👉 Watch the full interview here: l https://lnkd.in/d5gjV9v6] Thomas Davin christopher fabian Giga #DigitalInclusion #EducationForAll #UNICEFBotswana
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Today, UNICEF and De Beers Group met to explore new opportunities for collaboration focused on empowering children and young people across Botswana. The discussions led by Kimanzi Muthengi, EdD and Otsile Mabeo, centered on strengthening key areas such as foundational learning, youth employability, and social innovation, building on the momentum of initiatives like Generation Unlimited. Together, we’re investing in brighter futures where every child and young person has the skills, knowledge, and confidence to thrive #foreverychild
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