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Source: British High Commission Gaborone | Oct 12, 2017

UK government sets out plans to curb illegal ivory trade in Africa

Plans will put the UK at the forefront of global efforts to address the drastic decline in the elephant population

Environment Secretary proposes a ban on ivory sales to help bring an end to elephant poaching. Ban will prohibit the sale of ivory items of all ages. Plans will put the UK at the forefront of global efforts to address the drastic decline in the elephant population. The UK will impose…

Source: British High Commission Gaborone | Oct 26, 2016

Prince Andrew attends Botswana’s 50th anniversary celebrations

Prince Andrew visited Botswana for the 50th anniversary celebrations and to highlight the unique shared history between Botswana and the UK

The Duke of York, Prince Andrew visited Botswana to attend its 50th anniversary celebrations and to highlight the unique shared history that Botswana and the United Kingdom enjoy. He attended the independence eve and Independence Day celebrations at the national stadium. The celebrations showcased Botswana’s growth and development since gaining…

Source: British High Commission Gaborone | Sep 28, 2016

HRH The Duke of York, KG Will represent the UK in Botswana

HRH The Duke of York, KG Will represent the UK in Botswana’s 50th anniversary celebration on an official three day visit from 28 september

The visit will be Prince Andrew’s second visit to Botswana, having previously accompanied The Queen on a State Visit in 1979. This visit underlines the ongoing strength of the unique historical relationship between the Republic of Botswana and the United Kingdom. As well as participating in the official celebrations, His…

Source: British High Commission Gaborone | Sep 05, 2016

Applications for the UK Government’s prestigious Chevening Scholarships are open

The Chevening Secretariat is accepting applications for 2017/2018 Chevening Scholarships from 8 August until 8 November 2016

The Chevening Secretariat is accepting applications for 2017/2018 Chevening Scholarships via www.chevening.org/apply from 8 August until 8 November 2016. Chevening Scholarships are awarded to individuals with demonstrable leadership potential who also have strong academic backgrounds. The scholarship offers financial support to study for a master’s degree at any UK university…

Source: British High Commission Gaborone | Aug 30, 2016

HRH Visit To Botswana's Independence Celebrations

HRH The Princess Royal, Princess Anne will represent the UK at Botswana’s 50th anniversary celebration

HRH The Princess Royal, Princess Anne will represent the UK at Botswana’s 50th anniversary celebration The British High Commission is delighted to announce that HRH The Princess Royal, Princess Anne will represent the UK at Botswana’s 50th anniversary celebration during a three day official visit from 28 to 30 September.…

Source: British High Commission Gaborone | Jun 23, 2016

Queen's Birthday celebrated in Gaborone

The High Commission in Botswana hosted a garden party, to celebrate the 90th Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

On 16 June, the High Commission in Botswana hosted a garden party, in honour of Her Majesty’s 90th Birthday. The UK High Commissioner to Botswana, Ms Katy Ransome, welcomed the guests, among them Hon. Deputy Minister Presidential Affairs & Public Affairs, Dikgang Makgalemele, members of the Diplomatic Corps and senior…