Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education, Botswana

04/09/2026

MABUMAHIBIDU PRIMARY SCHOOL CELEBRATES ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Mabumahibidu Primary School in the Bobirwa Sub-region recently held its prize-giving ceremony to honour and celebrate learners who excelled academically.

Held under the theme “Commitment and determination by all stakeholders: a key to Success,” the ceremony also celebrated the 2025 PSLE candidates who performed exceptionally well in their exams. The school obtained 25 As, 11 Bs, 10 Cs, 6 Ds and 1 E, placing it fourth in the Bobirwa Sub-region.

The school head, Ms. Galebole Mmalane, indicated that all classes from Standard 1 to 7 exceeded the set target of 80% in the 2026 term 2 results. She attributed this achievement to the collective efforts of teachers, parents, and other stakeholders in providing quality education to learners.

The school currently has an enrolment of 519 learners, comprising of 258 boys and 261 girls.

04/09/2026

MINISTRY COMMEMORATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY MONTH OF PRAYER

This morning, the Ministry of Childwelfare and Basic Education joined the rest of the country in commemorating the 30th Anniversary Month of Prayer against HIV and AIDS, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and Road Traffic Crashes, held under the theme “Let There Be Light.”

The event was led by the Permanent Secretary, Ms Mmamiki Kamanakao, who emphasized that the commemoration should go beyond ceremony. She called for meaningful action, personal responsibility, and renewed commitment to addressing these challenges and protecting the well-being of our communities.

The programme featured an inspiring message from Pastor Mmoloki Mogokgwane of Arukah House of Restoration church representing BOCHAIP. He based his message on John 10:10, which speaks of the destructive forces that threaten life while highlighting the promise of life in abundance. He encouraged everyone to remain vigilant and take deliberate action in confronting challenges that threaten the lives and well-being of individuals and communities.

The event also brought together representatives from the Botswana Police Service and GCC Primary Health Care, reinforcing the importance of collective action in building safer communities.

03/09/2026

MINISTRY TAKES CONSULTATIONS TO COMMUNITIES TO REVIEW THE CHILDREN’S ACT

The Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education is currently reviewing Botswana’s Children’s Act of 2009, with consultations being conducted across the country to gather views and recommendations on how the law can be strengthened to better protect and promote the rights, welfare and best interests of children.

As part of the review process, the Ministry is engaging communities through kgotla meetings, schools and other stakeholder consultations. Through these engagements, children, parents, community members and other stakeholders can share their experiences, insights and recommendations on how the Act can be strengthened to respond to the evolving needs and challenges facing children today.

Consultations have already been conducted in Francistown, Maun and Selibe Phikwe, with further engagements scheduled to take place across the country throughout September.

03/09/2026

THERISANO KA PAAKANYO MOLAO WA 2009 WA DITSHWANELO TSA BANA

02/09/2026

KGAFELA PRIMARY SCHOOL RECEIVES POULTRY HOUSE AND 50 LAYERS TO SUPPORT PRACTICAL LEARNING

The Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education has recently welcomed a contribution by Perfect Feeds (a company specialising in poultry feed) to support practical learning and entrepreneurship at Kgafela Primary School in the Kgatleng Region.

Perfect Feeds donated a poultry house and 50 layer chickens to the school, providing learners with an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in poultry farming while supporting the school’s efforts to develop an income-generating project. The project creates opportunities for primary school learners to apply knowledge in areas such as agriculture, science, mathematics and entrepreneurship.

This initiative presents a practical example of the kind of multidisciplinary learning that is increasingly being emphasised in education. As Botswana looks towards greater integration of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) in education, projects such as the poultry initiative demonstrate how learning can extend beyond the classroom and connect different areas of knowledge to everyday life.

01/09/2026

REGIONS CONTINUE TO CELEBRATE AND RECOGNISE EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION

As regions across Botswana continue to shine a spotlight on excellence in education, the North East Region has added its voice to the growing celebration, honouring outstanding educators, school leaders, support staff, learners and partners whose dedication and commitment continue to drive progress in the education sector.

Speaking at the ceremony held at Shanganani CJSS, Guest Speaker Mr Ogaisitse Khama challenged education stakeholders to make excellence a culture, while Regional Director Mr Labane Mokgosi commended award recipients and encouraged parents to work closely with schools in supporting learners.

Over 150 teachers, non-teaching staff and students were recognised, with a special sponsorship award from Botho University going to Mr Nkosinathi Baleni of Francistown Senior Secondary School for his consistent outstanding performance in Literature and English over five consecutive years.

29/08/2026

MOTSWEDI JSS CELEBRATES EXCELLENCE IN STYLE AND SPIRIT

Motswedi JSS recently came alive in an elegant celebration of excellence at the 2026 Staff Excellence Awards, held at Travelodge in Gaborone under the inspiring theme, “Celebrating Dedication, Recognising Excellence, and Inspiring Futures.”

The evening was filled with excitement, pride and a warm atmosphere as staff turned out in elegant attire to celebrate dedication, resilience and outstanding service.

From the beautifully dressed guests to the joyful moments of recognition and celebration, the evening truly reflected the spirit of excellence that defines Motswedi JSS.

Congratulations to all the winners and nominees on this well-deserved recognition.

29/08/2026

28/08/2026

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT- SOUTH REGION

27/08/2026

SEXUALITY EDUCATION: A POWERFUL TOOL FOR EMPOWERING LEARNERS

Sexuality education continues to play an important role in helping young people make informed, responsible and healthy decisions.

A new study in Botswana has shown that sexuality education delivered through trained young near-peer messengers can significantly reduce adolescent pregnancy. The study found a statistically significant 40% reduction in adolescent pregnancy incidence among adolescents who received messages from near peers.

The findings, shared at a dissemination meeting hosted by the Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education on 25 August 2026, highlight the importance of how sexuality education is delivered.

Young people may be more receptive to information when it comes from someone they can relate to and identify with. Near-peer messengers can therefore complement teachers and other traditional sources by creating a more open and relatable space for conversations on sexuality, relationships, responsible choices and the consequences of risky behaviour.

Effective sexuality education is not simply about providing information. It is about equipping learners with accurate knowledge, life skills and confidence to make informed decisions, protect themselves and take responsibility for their choices.

The study provides encouraging evidence that innovative, youth-friendly approaches can strengthen sexuality education and contribute to reducing unintended pregnancies among adolescents.

Deputy Permanent Secretary for Child Welfare, Dr Morenaogaufi Rankopo, welcomed the delegates and emphasized the importance of research in informing decision-making.

He highlighted the need to make schools a “second home” for children and noted that the Messenger Matters study aims to identify effective approaches to promoting positive discipline in schools.

He further stressed the value of Care and Support for Teaching and Learning (CSTL) in helping teachers use constructive, non-violent ways of communicating messages that nurture responsible, respectful, and accountable citizens.

He described the near-peer messenger approach as an important tool for delivering these messages effectively. The meeting was also attended by key Ministry partners.