26 Jul, 2024
Today Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Gaborone City Council held a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony, marking a pivotal moment in the advancement of collaborative efforts between the two institutions. This agreement underscores a commitment to foster mutual interests and objectives through a formalised partnership. The signing ceremony served as a public demonstration of both parties' dedication to their shared goals, highlighting their intent to combine resources, expertise, and strategic visions. In this MOU, GCC commits to assisting BUAN with providing a learning and research environment both short-term and long-term for BUAN learners after mutual agreement by both parties. It will also provide the BUAN learners and staff with the opportunity to collaborate with GCC staff for the benefit of the Gaborone community. BUAN pledges to engage in GCC activities for the betterment of communities. Upon endorsement and mutual agreement, BUAN will send its students to GCC facilities for industrial attachment. It will also assist with research on identified GCC problem areas and share research and technology information for the development of the city and Gaborone community. The memorandum represents a strategic alignment that aims to enhance operational efficiency, expand opportunities, and drive innovation. The ceremony not only celebrated the formalisation of this partnership but also set the stage for future initiatives and cooperative ventures that promise to deliver substantial benefits to both organisations and the broader community they serve. The parties intend to share necessary and relevant resources, i.e., providing professional and technical support in researching, collating information, undertaking capacity-building initiatives, or attending relevant conferences, seminars, and workshops related to the objective of the MoU. Furthermore, they intend to leverage strategic partnerships between BUAN and GCC member entities. Speaking at the ceremony, His Honour, the Mayor of Gaborone City, Austin Abraham, said that GCC's commitment to improving the outlook of Gaborone as a sustainable and global investment hub depends on its partnership with BUAN. He said that the institution’s location at the entrance of Gaborone city makes it attractive and appealing with the Agrivoltaic solar panels that turn with the sun, it is a mesmerising view centred on technological innovation. “The 21st century presents new and unknown challenges and opportunities that can be addressed through research. BUAN, with its exceptional record, is a force to reckon with for GCC in addressing challenges such as flooding, carbon emissions, and, of course, the illumination/lighting of the city,” said the mayor. During the ceremony, the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ketlhatlogile Mosepele, said that sustainability is central to BUAN’s identity as it is the basic framework towards addressing major challenges facing urbanisation at both local and global scales. It is the best pathway towards ameliorating the developmental challenges facing Gaborone. Therefore, this MoU will give GCC access to expertise that reposes here in BUAN for the benefit of our beautiful city. He also said that BUAN takes pride in nurturing future leaders, steeped in the ethos of sustainability, fostering innovation, and contributing to the well-being of our citizens. Therefore, this partnership will make communities self-sufficient in food and nutrition security. At BUAN we believe that this is a long lasting partnership that will catapult the city of Gaborone and the country at large to greater heights as the two parties are willing to extend a hand to each other and help where necessary.
17 Jul, 2024
On the 16th July 2024, Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources hosted Prof Zeblon Vilakazi FRS, Dr Rob Adam, and Dr Van Zyl de Villiers from the International Atomic Energy Agency. The aim of their visit was to introduce the establishment of the Botswana Institute of Nuclear Science and Technology (BINST) under the following terms of reference: ? To review national policies and strategies that support the establishment of the BINST. ? To engage with local stakeholders to identify facilities, infrastructure, and potential projects for BINST (Needs Assessment). ? To engage with the senior management of national stakeholders (BINST Stakeholder/Steering Committee). ? To produce a costed business plan to be presented to the Government of Botswana for the phased establishment of BINST. BUAN expressed interest in working with IAEA in program development, staff/student exchange, collaborative research projects/visits, online teaching, presentations, and workshops.
11 Jul, 2024
Selebi-Phikwe Trade Fair and Agric Expo 2024 Today marks the official opening of the Selebi-Phikwe Trade Fair and Agric Expo! We were honored to have Honorable Beauty Manake as our keynote speaker, delivering an inspiring speech. She emphasized, "Today's gathering symbolizes our collective commitment as a nation to enhance regional economic collaboration and fostering moments of significant economic growth and development." Honorable Manake also encouraged Batswana to venture into food processing, aligning with our theme, "Innovating for Food Self-Sufficiency." This five-day event is in full swing, and we are excited to connect with industry leaders, farmers, and enthusiasts. Don't miss out on the remaining days filled with informative sessions, exciting exhibitions, and networking opportunities. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the expo. Visit our booth to learn more about BUAN and our contributions to agriculture and natural resources. Selebi-Phikwe Trade Fair and Agric Expo 2024 Today marks the official opening of Selebi-Phikwe Trade Fair and Agric Expo! We were honored to have Honorable Beauty Manake as our keynote speaker, delivering an inspiring speech. She emphasized, "Today's gathering symbolizes our collective commitment as a nation to enhance regional economic collaboration and fostering moments of significant economic growth and development." Honorable Manake also encouraged Batswana to venture into food processing, aligning with our theme, "Innovating for Food Self-Sufficiency." This five-day event is in full swing, and we are excited to connect with industry leaders, farmers, and enthusiasts. Don't miss out on the remaining days filled with informative sessions, exciting exhibitions, and networking opportunities. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the expo. Visit our booth to learn more about BUAN and our contributions to agriculture and natural resources.
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