Daunara Foundation

16/08/2026

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH (18-35 years of age)

UNDP Botswana invites interested youth to Bokamoso Skills – Responsible AI, Employability and Innovation Bootcamps 2026.

Participants will build practical skills in responsible AI, digital literacy, employability, entrepreneurship, cybersecurity, digital marketing and project management.

To register, follow the attached link or alternatively search Bokamoso skills and follow the steps.

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/cKuDfTDdxz

Deadline: 23 August 2026, GOOD LUCK

28/07/2026

Keep clear of active fire zones and report any smoke or active flames

BOTSWANA RECORDS 30 WILDLAND FIRE OUTBREAKS AS THREE FIRES REMAIN ACTIVE

Botswana has recorded 30 wildland fire outbreaks since the start of the 2026 fire season, with three fires still active in Kweneng, Kgalagadi and Ngamiland districts, the Ministry of Environment and Tourism has announced.

In a press statement issued on Tuesday, the ministry said the country continues to experience wildland fires in several areas, posing a serious threat to human life, property, livestock, wildlife, natural ecosystems and tourism resources.

The ministry attributed the increase in fire outbreaks to the prevailing dry season, high temperatures, strong winds and heavy fuel loads, which have created conditions for fires to spread rapidly.

During the week ending July 24, 2026, authorities recorded 10 new fire ignitions, all of which were successfully contained within one to two days, depending on the severity of the fires and the accessibility of affected areas.

According to the ministry, firefighting resources have been mobilised nationwide, with support from the private sector, which donated food supplies and water to sustain firefighting teams. Fires in Khutse and the Central Kalahari Game Reserve (CKGR) have since been successfully contained and extinguished through a coordinated multi-agency response.

Despite these efforts, three wildland fires remain active, with one each in Kweneng District, Kgalagadi District and Ngamiland District.

The ministry reminded the public that preventing wildland fires is a shared responsibility and urged communities, farmers, businesses and visitors to exercise caution when using fire.

It advised members of the public to avoid lighting fires in open areas during windy conditions, ensure all fires are completely extinguished before leaving, properly dispose of cigarette butts and other potential ignition sources, reduce fuel loads around homes and vulnerable areas, and promptly report any new fire outbreaks to local authorities.

The ministry applauded the public for its continued cooperation and said it will continue issuing daily fire updates through its various media platforms throughout the fire season.

28/07/2026

27/07/2026

COMMUNITY BASED WILDLAND FIRE MANAGEMENT TRAINING ONGOING

Due to community commitment and engagement with maintenance of local bridges, we have extended the registration until further notice to allow our people to channel their efforts in maintaining the bridges to ease mobility.

Kindly liaise with your local action groups (VDC) to register.

20/07/2026

Happy President’s Day.

Today we honour the leadership and vision that guide our nation’s progress. Let us renew our commitment to unity, service, and sustainable development for all citizens.

Photo credit: Ministry of Environment & Tourism

15/07/2026

VACANCIES

Try your luck and join our fast growing team.

15/07/2026

Community Based Natural Resource Management Forum organized by NCONGO

NCONGO is currently hosting a 2 day CBNRM forum in Maun focusing on strengthening community led conservation and local livelihoods.

The discussions are centred around policy and legislative developments affecting CBNRM, governance of community trusts, and ensuring that rural communities receive tangible socio-economic benefits from wildlife and other natural resources.

To us as the Foundation, our attendance means so much in exploring best practices for community engagement, sustainable tourism models, and strategies to improve benefit-sharing and local participation in decision-making. The forum provides a platform for the Foundation to network with other NGOs, CBOs, private companies to strengthen partnerships, and identify collaborative approaches to enhance CBNRM outcomes in Ngamiland

📍Maun Lodge

09/07/2026

FROM BEE HIVE TO THE KITCHEN- DAUNARA FARM's SUSTAINABLE BEE KEEPING PROJECT

Our honey tells a story. Next time you visit Daunara Safari Camp look for our honey on the breakfast table, each spoonful supports biodiversity, healthy bees, and the landscapes of the Okavango.

Every jar carries the taste of the Delta’s seasons and the diverse vegetation found around the mighty Okavango.