Join us in welcoming Danielle Ijeoma Ogiamien to Botswana. She is a U.S. Fulbright Student Research Grantee participating in a nine-month research exchange program in collaboration with the Botswana Network on Ethics, Law and HIV/AIDS (BONELA). Danielle is a biotechnology researcher specializing in immunoinformatics and computational immunology. Her Fulbright research project focuses on analyzing immune dysregulation in HIV and tuberculosis (TB) co-infection using publicly available, de-identified biological datasets. Her work aims to identify immune pathways as well as potential vaccine and therapeutic targets that could inform future clinical developments and improve health outcomes in Botswana and across Africa.
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Welcome to the LinkedIn page of the U.S. Embassy in Botswana, based in Gaborone and representing the United States across the Republic of Botswana. The Embassy advances a strategic, bilateral partnership that promotes shared democratic values and mutual prosperity between the United States of America and Botswana. The U.S. Embassy in Botswana works to expand two-way trade and investment, connect American companies with opportunities, deepen security cooperation with the Botswana Defense Force, and strengthen people-to-people ties through education and professional exchanges. Our team supports entrepreneurship, energy and digital innovation, health and science collaboration, and workforce development—linking Botswana and Americans through programs such as Fulbright, International Visitor Leadership Program, EducationUSA, and International Law Enforcement Academy Gaborone. Together with Botswana’s government, business, and community partners, we are focused on making both our countries stronger, safer, and more prosperous.
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In Francistown, our Public Affairs Officer, Sacha Fraiture, visited Mandela Washington Fellowship alumna Dr. Koziba Malibala, Group CEO of KDM GLOBAL, at her office. They discussed doing business in Botswana and creating opportunities for Botswana's young people. Alumni like Dr. Dr. Koziba Malibala demonstrate how investing in young leaders builds stronger economies and enduring partnerships. #USinBW #PDinFrancistown
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Do you have any questions about studying in the United States? Join our #EducationUSA adviser online every Monday for personalized guidance for choosing a university, applying, finding scholarships, and preparing for your studies in the United States. 📆 Every Monday, 3:00–3:30 PM 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e9X7Yg8r Meeting ID: 254 272 211 251 873 Passcode: hz7Ks9FZ
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Congratulations to 12 members of the newest cohort of ‘disease detectives’ who are now equipped to prevent, detect, and respond to disease outbreaks. Having just graduated from the Intermediate Field Epidemiology Training Program (FETP) – supported by the U.S. Government through U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) – these graduates will now lead rapid-response teams to address emerging public health threat in their districts. The U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, Christopher Gunning congratulated Botswana for the strides made in building a competent workforce of public health officers resulting in successful containment of several disease outbreaks. #USCDCBotswanaAt30
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Welcome back, Nelly Tshephe! Nelly just returned to Botswana after her participation in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) on International Trade and Export Promotion. She spent time in America engaging with top U.S. institutions, businesses, and policymakers on international trade policy, financial governance, and economic development across Washington, D.C.; Baltimore, Maryland; Portland, Oregon; Charlotte; and North Carolina. Her exchange reinforces the United States as a trusted ally in Botswana’s economic resilience and future growth. Congratulations Nelly, we can't wait to see how you apply these insights to strengthen Botswana's financial future.
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Are you a young Motswana leader making a difference in your community? The application for the 2027 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is now open. Fellows participate in a six-week institute at a U.S. college or university. Applications close on October 13, 2026. ▶️ mwfellows.info/apply
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Congratulations to Bond Squeler Ngubula on his selection to the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) on American Excellence in Combat Sports. Bond is a former national lightweight champion and founder of Bond Boxing Promotions. Through IVLP, Bond will visit cities including Washington, D.C., Miami, Boston, Los Angeles, New Orleans, and Las Vegas, where he will engage with U.S. experts on athlete safety, sports business, broadcasting, and youth engagement through combat sports. #AmericanExcellence #SportsDiplomacy https://lnkd.in/gSZV_6wT
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The U.S. Government invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Supply Chain Technical Advisor. No deadline. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. ▶️https://lnkd.in/eVQGxbQX
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🥳Congratulations to Veronica Mphathi ACMA,CGMA,FCPA,MBA, CEO of Serala Entrepreneurship College, on her selection for the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) focused on University Strategic Partnerships! During the program, Veronica will engage with U.S. institutions and explore innovative approaches to strengthening educational practices and institutional partnerships between Botswana and the United States. #ExchangeOurWorld
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📚 Join an #EducationUSA conversation with admissions officers from Knight-Hennessy Scholars, a multidisciplinary, multicultural graduate scholarship program at Stanford University. Each Knight-Hennessy scholar receives up to three years of financial support to pursue graduate studies at Stanford. Scholars form a community while engaging in experiences that prepare them to be visionary, courageous, and collaborative leaders who address the world’s complex challenges. Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026 Time: 3:00 PM (Botswana time) Join ▶️ https://lnkd.in/gT7_BjsD Meeting ID: 247 002 977 722 62 Passcode: nB7sj6oK
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