JICA Alumni Association of Botswana - JAABO

08/06/2026

STUDY IN JAPAN 🇯🇵 INFO SESSIONS: FYI 📢

🎓 Dream of studying in Japan? Your journey starts here! 🇯🇵
The "Study in Japan Online Sessions 2026" is just around the corner! This is your ultimate chance to discover world-class degree programs, Japanese government (MEXT) & university scholarships, and firsthand student life experiences.

Whether you are aiming for a Master’s, PhD, or a Bachelor's degree, these sessions are tailored for you.
📅 Mark your calendars (Botswana Time / SAST):
1️⃣ For Graduate Programs (Master's / Doctoral)
▪ Date: Tuesday, 16 June, 2026
▪Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
▪Participating Universities: Osaka University, Hokkaido University, Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (APU), The University of Tokyo, and Akita University.

2️⃣ For Undergraduate Programs (Bachelor's)
▪ Date: Saturday, 4 July, 2026
▪ Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
▪ Note: Participating universities for this session will be announced on June 19.

💻 Platform: Online via Zoom
🎟️ Admission: Free! (Registration required)

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect directly with top Japanese universities and get your questions answered during the live Q&A 💡

👇 Scan the QR code in the image or click the link below to secure your spot:
https://www.studyinjapanforafrica.com/online-session

15/05/2026

𝗛𝗢𝗡𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔 𝗟𝗘𝗚𝗔𝗖𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣, 𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗦𝗘𝗥𝗩𝗜𝗖𝗘

The JICA Alumni Association of Botswana (JAABO) joins the nation in mourning the passing of the Former President of the Republic of Botswana, His Excellency Dr. Festus Gontebanye Mogae.

“Rra Nametso,” as he was affectionately known, will be remembered for his principled leadership, sound economic stewardship, and courageous response to the HIV and AIDS crisis at a time when Botswana faced one of the highest infection rates in the world. Under his leadership, Botswana earned global recognition for confronting the pandemic with honesty, urgency, and humanity.

He will also be remembered as a leader who valued education, knowledge, and national development through human capital. As an alumni association built on the transformative impact of education and international knowledge exchange through JICA programmes, we deeply recognise and honour this legacy.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, the Government of Botswana, and the nation at large during this difficult time.

Your legacy lives on.

A mowa wa gago o robale ka kagiso Rrarona 🕊

07/05/2026

OPPORTUNITY ALERT: Register for this information session to learn more about the MEXT scholarship

IMPORTANT NOTICE📢
Study in Japan for Africa office will conduct an online information session for students considering applying for the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship.
This session is specifically designed to guide potential applicants through the essential technical requirements and fundamental procedures.

We will cover critical points such as:
☑️How to carefully review the Application Guidelines
☑️Ensuring all required documents are prepared without omission
☑️Common pitfalls in the application form and how to avoid them

We have seen many talented students miss opportunities due to minor technical errors in their documentation. Our goal is to ensure that every qualified candidate has the best possible chance to be considered by mastering these basic yet crucial steps.

🔹Participation Requirements 🔹
To make this session productive, all participants are requested to read the Application Guidelines thoroughly in advance.
https://www.studyinjapan.go.jp/en/smap-stopj-applications-research.html

🔹Event Details🔹
MEXT Scholarship (Embassy Recommendation) Information Session
◾️DATE　Monday, 11th May, 2026
◾️TIME 11:00（SAST）／12:00（EAT）
◾️Venue ONLINE Zoom
🌐Link https://zoom.us/meeting/register/u7teqHr0QtGWYK4nDRHvJQ #/registration

⚠️First 100 participants only
⚠️The recording will be posted on YouTube at a later date.

03/05/2026

We are rallying behind our boys as they raise the blue, black and white flag higher and higher🇧🇼. All the best lads, you've already earned your stripes and made the nation proud 💎

This afternoon at the National Stadium!

24/04/2026

OPPORTUNITY ALERT: FYI 📢

Call for MEXT Scholarship applications for 2027 Embassy Recommendation: Application is now open for Research Students！🎓🕍

Applications are invited from qualified Batswana who wish to study postgraduate courses in Japan under MEXT scholarship program for 2027 intake.

Submission deadline: Friday, 22 MAY 2026 @1600 hrs CAT

Please visit the following website for further information.
https://www.botswana.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/11_000001_00555.html

22/04/2026

We love seeing Botswana through their eyes🤩

5 likes. "現地で奮闘する現役JICA海外協力隊員たちの“今” ～ボツワナ編～"

22/04/2026

We love to see 🤩

22/04/2026

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗛 𝗗𝗔𝗬 🌏 | 𝟮𝟮 𝗔𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗟

Commemorated annually on 22 April, Earth Day is a global reminder of our shared responsibility to protect the environment.

It highlights the need to reflect on urgent issues such as climate change, pollution, and biodiversity loss, and calls for practical, everyday actions that support a more sustainable future.

JAABO joins the global community in advocating for environmental responsibility and sustainable practices.

The responsibility is collective. The action is personal. Let's all play our part 🌱

21/04/2026

Artists, this one is for you 🎨 FYI!

It’s your turn! Total Concentration: create your manga masterpiece.

We are happy to announce that applications for the 20th Japan International MANGA Award are now open. The application period for the Award will be from April 15 to June 30, 2026. We look forward to receiving entries from MANGA artists worldwide!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18Zo8Bpm1N/

https://www.facebook.com/manga.award

21/04/2026

A JOURNEY OF FRIENDSHIP 🇧🇼🤝🇯🇵

: 𝗔 𝗝𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗲𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽🇯🇵🤝🇧🇼 📅20th April, 2020
Connecting Lives through Digital TV
On April 20, 2020, Japan and Botswana signed a Grant Aid agreement worth 150 million Yen (approx. 17 million P**a) to support the digital terrestrial television (DTV) transition.

🇧🇼 Botswana: Africa’s First to Adopt the Japanese Standard
In 2013, Botswana became the first country in Africa to adopt the Japanese DTV standard. Since then, Japan has been a proud partner in Botswana's journey toward a digital future.

📺 Bridging the Information Gap This grant provided Set-Top Boxes (STBs) to vulnerable households, ensuring that no one is left behind. These STBs offer:
🔹Data Broadcasting: Real-time access to weather, traffic, healthcare advice, and even cattle search info!
🔹Emergency Warning Broadcasting System (EWBS): Life-saving alerts that activate automatically during natural hazards.
By reducing the "digital divide," this partnership continues to enhance the quality of life for all Batswana. A true testament to our 60 years of friendship!

🫵🫵🫵🫵🫵
Wanted: Your favorite Japan-Botswana memories! 📸✨
As we celebrate 60 years of friendship, we realized the best stories aren't in our archives—they’re with YOU!
✅Did you meet a lifelong friend through a JICA project?
✅Do you still have a souvenir from a cultural event years ago?
✅Or maybe a throwback photo from your time studying in Japan?
Tell us your story below! 👇 Let's bring our shared history to life together. Your memory might just be our next featured story!