Botswana Community in the UK

09/06/2026

💥Top 7 Fully Funded Global Opportunities You Can Still Apply for This June💥

📍 Youth Leadership Certification Cambridge 2026
Location: Cambridge, UK
Funding: Flights, accommodation, meals, participation covered
Deadline: 10 June 2026
Why apply: Strong leadership branding, international exposure, and networking opportunities.

📍Youth Empowerment Forum 2026 Switzerland
Location: Geneva
Funding: Airfare, accommodation, meals, conference access, UN visits covered
Deadline: 5 July 2026
Why apply: Probably one of the strongest fully funded opportunities currently open.

📍Civic Youth Forum Denmark
Location: Copenhagen
Funding: Fully funded seats available
Deadline: 5 July 2026
Focus: Leadership, governance, diplomacy, and policy.

📍One Young World Scholarship Opportunities
Location: South Africa (Summit location this cycle)
Funding: Travel, accommodation, and summit access covered
Open deadlines remaining:
Ilia Calderón Scholarship → 15 June 2026
Pankaj Award → 15 June 2026
Pernod Ricard Scholarship → 15 July 2026

📍Global Conversations Summit (GCS) 2026
Funding: Fully funded seats available
Deadline: 10 July 2026
Focus: Leadership, policy dialogue, and youth engagement.

📍FutureMinds Summit Thailand (FMST)
FMST, organised by the Global Youth Network, is a four-day global gathering of young leaders for intellectual dialogue in the sustainability space.

📍AFS Youth Assembly 2026
Location: New York
Deadline: 30 July 2026
Funding: Scholarship routes available / funded categories available
Focus: UN exposure, youth leadership, and international networking.
If you are interested in any, comment “GLOBAL” and repost this and I’ll send all the links.

26/05/2026

25/05/2026

𝗜𝗡𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗢 𝗕𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗪𝗔𝗡𝗔 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗗𝗜𝗔𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗔 – 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗘𝗜𝗚𝗡 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗬 𝗣𝗜𝗧𝗦𝗢
Batswana residing abroad are invited by the Ministry of International Relations to participate in the upcoming Foreign Policy Pitso held under the theme: “𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘀𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻
𝗕𝗼𝘁𝘀𝘄𝗮𝗻𝗮’𝘀 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝘆.”
The Pitso aims to provide an inclusive platform for engagement and dialogue on Botswana’s foreign policy priorities and aspirations.
📍 Date: 26 – 27 May 2026
📍 Time: 08:00hrs (CAT)
📍 Streaming LIVE on the Ministry of International Relations Official page
Batswana in the Diaspora are encouraged to follow and actively participate in the discussions.

23/05/2026

18/05/2026

💥Ellison Undergraduate Scholars Program 2027 in UK 🇬🇧 (Fully Funded)💥

Applications are now open for the Ellison Undergraduate Scholars Program 2027 in the United Kingdom. This fully funded undergraduate scholarship allows exceptional international students to study at the University of Oxford while working on innovative projects aimed at solving global challenges through science and technology.

The scholarship is funded by the Ellison Institute of Technology (EIT) Oxford and is one of the most competitive undergraduate opportunities in the world. Candidates from around the world are eligible to apply.

*Quick Overview

Host Country: United Kingdom
University: University of Oxford
Program: Ellison Scholars Undergraduate Program
Funded By: Ellison Institute of Technology
Degree Level: Undergraduate
Funding: Fully Funded
🔥Deadline: 31st July 2026

Financial Benefits
The Scholarship covers:
Tuition fees
Generous living stipend
Paid innovation project internships
Travel/conference costs covered
Personal tech setup provided
Arrival costs covered (flights, visa, healthcare)

🔥About the Ellison Scholars Program

The Ellison Scholars Program combines fully funded undergraduate study at Oxford with hands-on innovation projects at EIT Oxford. Unlike traditional scholarships, scholars also participate in:

research projects
summer internships
technological innovation programs
interdisciplinary collaboration

*Study Programs
Scholars can apply for any Undergraduate Degree Program offered at the University of Oxford. Students with Skills and interest in the following fields are encouraged to apply:
Computer science
Artificial intelligence
Economics
Mathematics
Robotics
Plant sciences
Machine learning
Chemistry
Biology
Engineering
Medicine
Microbiology

*Who Should Apply?
This scholarship is ideal for:

High-achieving secondary school students
Students passionate about innovation and research
Future scientists and technology leaders
Applicants interested in solving global challenges
Applicants from around the world are encouraged to apply.

*Eligibility Criteria
Meet Oxford University’s entry requirements.
Have completed *secondary education* (accepted by the University of Oxford).
Meet the *minimum grade requirements* for their chosen course (current or expected).
Meet *Oxford’s English language requirements* (current or expected).

*Required Documents

CV
Valid Passport.
High School degree/diploma.
English Language Certificate.
Any other relevant documents, if needed.

*How to Apply for the 2027 Ellison Undergraduate Scholars Program?

Applicants must first check their eligibility through the official Ellison Scholars portal and complete the online application form. Semi-finalists will later complete Oxford University’s separate admissions process.

Discover the undergraduate Ellison Scholars programme—an exceptional opportunity for scholars to work on cutting-edge EIT projects while pursuing a fully funded undergraduate degree at the University of Oxford. Scholars collaborate with peers and world-leading experts to develop innovative scienti...

16/05/2026

Farewell to Botswana’s third president His Excellency Festus Gontebanye Mogae who led the country from 1998 to 2008.
Your legacy shall live on.
PULA!!🙏🏼🎉🇧🇼❤️

12/05/2026

In loving memory of our beloved former ambassador, Reverend Dr John Seakgosing. May his soul rest in eternal peace 🙏❤️

FORMER MINISTER OF HEALTH HAS PASSED ON

Former Minister of Health and ambassador of Botswana to the United Kingdom Reverend Dr John Seakgosing has passed on.

Reverend Dr Seakgosing worked as a medical doctor in government hospitals after he completed his medical studies in the 1970s and later went into private practice.

He served as the Minister of Health from 2009-2014, during which time he was also Member of Parliament for Kweneng South.

May he rest in peace

12/05/2026

Dumelang Batswana betsho,
Please note that the High Commission will participate at the Africa Day Celebrations, which is scheduled to be held on 30 May 2026 at Novotel London West Hotel & Convention Centre. The time of the event will be communicated in the near future.

The Mission has decided to give this opportunity to Batswana to participate at a Cultural Show/Country Exhibition segment representing Botswana. The exhibitors should strictly showcase products from Botswana.
Kindly note that due to a limited exhibition space, only two (2) exhibitors will be accommodated. The invitation is on first come-first reserved basis.
The exhibition will be in a form of table stalls; hence exhibitors must be mindful of the limited space.

The High Commission is, however, unable to offer transport to and from the event.

In that regard, you are invited to express your interest in participating at the exhibition by 22 May 2026.

Re leboga ka p**a betsho!
Botswana High Commission in the United Kingdom

09/05/2026

𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗗𝗩𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗗𝗨𝗠𝗔 𝗕𝗢𝗞𝗢’𝗦 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗗𝗗𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗠𝗘𝗥 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗨𝗦 𝗠𝗢𝗚𝗔𝗘

It is with profound sorrow and a heavy heart that I address the nation this morning to announce the passing of the Former President of the Republic of Botswana, His Excellency Festus Gontebanye Mogae, who departed this life today, the 8th of May 2026, at 7:30am.

Today, Botswana mourns a distinguished Statesman, a patriot whose life was devoted to the service of his country.

His Excellency Festus Gontebanye Mogae served Botswana with honour, integrity and extraordinary diligence. From his early years in the public service, to his stewardship in key national and international institutions, and ultimately as the Third President of the Republic of Botswana, he stood firmly for discipline, good governance, economic prudence and the advancement of our nation.

Under his leadership, Botswana earned international respect for principled governance, sound economic management and a steadfast commitment to democracy. He carried the name of Botswana with dignity across the world and remained throughout his life, a voice of reason, unity and progress.

To the Former First Lady Mrs. Barbara Mogae, the family, and the nation at large, I extend my deepest condolences. I further convey my profound gratitude for the unwavering support, grace and strength with which you stood beside the Former President throughout his years of service to the nation. Botswana remains indebted to both of you for your sacrifice and commitment to the public good.

In recognition of his immense contribution to the Republic of Botswana, I declare three days of mourning, during which national flags will fly at half mast in honour of His Excellency Mr. Festus Gontebanye Mogae. Other details will follow in due course.

May his life continue to inspire us to build a Botswana that reflects the ideals he so faithfully upheld.

𝘈 𝘮𝘰𝘸𝘢 𝘸𝘢 𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘸𝘦 𝘰 𝘳𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘭𝘦 𝘬𝘢 𝘬𝘢𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘰.

18/04/2026

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