EMBASSY GABORONE, BOTSWANA PRESS RELEASES
Media Advisories
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U.S. Embassy Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Gender-Based Violence
The United States Embassy is pleased to announce it will host a roundtable discussion on gender-based violence (GBV) on May 23 – 24 at Tautona Lodge in Ghanzi. The objective is to bring together key stakeholders – community leaders, officials from government and the National AIDS Coordinating Agency (NACA), NGOs, gender researchers, and youth leaders – to determine a set of specific actions to reduce GBV in the Ghanzi District. Released May 20, 2013 »
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U.S. Embassy Supports Community-based Development Projects with Over BWP 720,000 in Small Grants
The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce that on May 16, Ambassador Michelle D. Gavin will disburse over BWP 720,000 in small grants to community-based organizations from across Botswana. Members of the press are invited to attend the grant signing event which will take place at the U.S. Embassy on May 16 at 11:00 am. Please arrive at the Public Affairs Entrance no later than 10:30 am. Released May 14, 2013 »
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Award Winners of the “My Hero in the Community” Essay Contest
The U.S. Embassy and the Botswana National Library Service (BNLS )are pleased to announce that 18 winners of the “My Hero in the Community” Essay Contest will receive awards on Friday, May 10. U.S. Ambassador Michelle D. Gavin and BNLS Director Ms. Bobana Badisang will participate in the award presentation ceremony. Released May 09, 2013 »
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U.S. Embassy and DIY Organization Launch Phase Two of the “I AM” Youth Leadership Project
The U.S. Embassy and the Do It Yourself (DIY) Organization are pleased to announce that Ambassador Michelle Gavin and Game “Zeus” Bantsi will participate in the launch of Phase Two of the “I AM” campaign on Tuesday, May 14 at Ledumang Secondary School at 2pm. Members of the press are invited to cover the event. Please plan to arrive at Ledumang no later than 1:45pm. Released May 08, 2013 »
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U.S. Embassy to Donate Computers to Kagisano Women’s Shelter
The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce that Ambassador Michelle Gavin will participate in the donation of computer equipment to the Kagisano Women’s Shelter on Tuesday, April 30 at 2pm. Members of the press are invited to cover the event. Please plan to arrive at Kagisano’s office no later than 1:45pm. Released April 29, 2013 »
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U.S. Embassy and Air Botswana Announce Partnership to Transport Doctors and Medical Supplies to Under-served Areas in Botswana
The United States Embassy and Air Botswana are pleased to announce jointly a public-private partnership that will transport needed medical personnel and supplies to areas of Botswana that are in need of additional medical service. Released April 16, 2013 »
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U.S. Embassy Launches Fatherhood Essay Contest
The United States Embassy, in partnership with the Botswana National Youth Council (BNYC), is pleased to announce the launch of a “Fatherhood Essay Contest.” The launch event will take place on April 16 at 2:30 pm at Marulamantsi Junior School in Gaborone. Released April 11, 2013 »
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U.S. Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Michael J. Murphy Launches Three Conservation Projects in Visit to Maun
United States Chargé d’Affaires Michael Murphy will visit Maun on March 7 – 8 for a series of official events, focusing on conservation-related projects and other U.S.-supported activities in the area. Released March 5, 2013 »
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U.S. Embassy Conducts Wildlife Conservation and Anti-Poaching Campaign
The United States Embassy is pleased to announce a campaign to raise awareness in Botswana of the threat of wildlife trafficking and the devastation that illegal hunting and poaching can inflict on one of the country’s most important natural resources – its wildlife. Released March 2, 2013 »
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U.S. Embassy and University of Botswana Commemorate Black History Month
The United States Embassy is proud to join the University of Botswana in hosting a film festival to commemorate Black History Month from February 25 – 27. The University will also conduct a debate event on February 28 as part of the commemoration. Released February 21, 2013 »
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U.S. Embassy Statement on Water Test Results for Embassy Properties in Gaborone
The February 13 internal U.S. Embassy Management Notice regarding water test results for Embassy properties in Gaborone, which has been publicized in the press, has generated widespread media and public interest. As a consequence, the Embassy issuesthe following statement. Released February 19, 2013 »
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For further details, please contact: Public Affairs Officer, John Warner (395-3982 ext. 2468),Laona Segaetsho, Information Specialist (395-3982 ext. 2419, fax: 390-6129,SegaetshoLJ@state.gov) or Angelinah Matenanga, Public Affairs Secretary, (395-3982 ext.2415, fax: 390-6129, MatenangaAB@state.gov).For further details, please contact: Public Affairs Officer, John Warner (395-3982 ext. 2468), Laona Segaetsho, Information Specialist (395-3982 ext. 2419, fax: 390-6129, SegaetshoLJ@state.gov) or Angelinah Matenanga, Public Affairs Secretary, (395-3982 ext. 2415, fax: 390-6129, MatenangaAB@state.gov).
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