U.S. Embassy Gaborone, Botswana

07/06/2026

If you are planning to visit the United States for business or tourism, you will need a B1/B2 visitor visa. Make sure you understand what activities are allowed on a visitor visa and follow all requirements during your stay. Learn more at travel.state.gov/visas

06/06/2026

🐟 Check out this video of Katlego Balang feeding a stingray! Katlego is a passionate animal scientist who is in the United States participating in the Community Engagement Exchange Program (CEE).

CEE is a fully funded, year-long U.S. Department of State initiative equipping young leaders with the skills, resources, and network needed to address critical community challenges.

06/06/2026

ONE MONTH UNTIL AMERICA’S 250TH! 🇺🇸🦅

250 years of freedom.
250 years of American greatness.

A patriotic summer has just begun as we gear up for the greatest birthday celebration in our nation’s history. The countdown to 250 starts NOW. 🔥

05/06/2026

🎺 The Military Band from the North Carolina National Guard 440th Army Band Brings Freedom 250 to Botswana!

As the United States marks the 250th anniversary of its independence, we're celebrating with music, culture, and friendship. Join us in Phakalane at the Olive Grove Market (also known as the Serbian Market) as we bring the spirit of America to Botswana and celebrate the shared values of freedom and democracy that unite our nations.

05/06/2026

The U.S. Embassy in Gaborone is requesting quotations for sanitary sewer line replacement and interior restoration.

▶️ https://bw.usembassy.gov/sewer-line-replacement/

Deadline: June 08, 2026, at 10 am.

05/06/2026

🎙️Watch this episode of as we sit down with Seetsele Nthomiwa to discuss his journey as a filmmaker, the impact of being a U.S. government exchange alum, and his work with Netflix, PBS, and BBC.

Tune in and be inspired.

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Watch this episode of as we sit down with Seetsele N...

04/06/2026

The U.S. Embassy in Gaborone is requesting quotations for fabricating and installing two drop arms at the U.S. Embassy Gaborone official residence in Gaborone.

▶️ https://bw.usembassy.gov/rfq-for-fabricating-installing-drop-arms/

Deadline: July 09, 2026, at 10 am.

04/06/2026

🍲While visiting the Boswa Culinary Institute of Botswana in Maun, the Embassy team enjoyed a taste of traditional Setswana cuisine with a modern twist, prepared by the students and their chef.

We sampled crushed mopane worms on toast and seswaa balls served with a tasty sauce.

A big thank you to the students and staff for sharing their talent and passion with us.

Boswa Culinary Institute is sponsored by the American company Bolux Group, helping support the development of Botswana’s future culinary professionals.

04/06/2026

🎙️ Catch the full episode tomorrow, June 05, 2026, at 10 am on our Facebook and YouTube pages to hear from Seetsele Nthomiwa on what it means to be a globally recognized filmmaker working with Netflix, BBC, and PBS.

03/06/2026

🇺🇸🔗🇧🇼 Calling all Batswana alumni of U.S. Government Exchange Programs!

We are updating our alumni database to better connect with YOU, strengthen our network, share opportunities, and organize future activities.

If you have participated in any U.S. Government exchange program, including the EducationUSA, Opportunity Funds Program, Academy for Women Entrepreneurs, or the English Access Microscholarship Program, please complete this short form:

▶️ https://forms.gle/T9Gcqs6TdBeLBBif9

Looking forward to reconnecting with you!