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Dr Busisiwe Radebe making a presentation at the workshop

Botswana strengthens HIV Testing Systems with new integrated guidelines

Botswana continues to lead in the global fight against HIV/AIDS,…
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IT officer, Dumiliso Benjamin

Upgrading IT infrastructure: boosting efficiency with BMS

In a move to enhance efficiency and streamline operations, WHO…
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HIV testing lab

WHO visits HIV testing centre lab: A step into cutting-edge technology

There is nothing as intriguing as getting firsthand information and…
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WHO works with USAID and UNICEF to build Risk Communication & Community Engagement capacity for Botswana

A total of 92 Health Promotion professionals from 27 districts and…
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New roadworks now incorporates improved pedestrian walkways and cycling lanes to improve safety

Enhanced safe systems approach reduces road casualties in Botswana

Botswana has been losing 400 people on average annually due to road…
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Looking on Minister of Sport & Arts, Jacob Kelebeng and WHO Botswana OIC, Dr. Juliet Bataringaya

World Cancer Day Sparks Urgent Call to Action

Data from the Botswana STEP Survey of 2014 reveals a concerning…
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Stakeholders coming together to review and validate the Climate Change and Health Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessment Report

Botswana undertakes Health Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessment: A move towards a resilient health system on impacts of climate change

The Government of Botswana conducted a Climate Change Health…
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Leprosy patient treated with TB medications experiencing mild type 2 reaction

Strengthening Leprosy Elimination Efforts in Ngami and Okavango Districts

Botswana has made remarkable strides in leprosy elimination, with…
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Stakeholders gathers in Palapye to finalize the National Malaria Strategic Plan

Health Experts gather in Palapye to finalize the National Malaria Strategic Plan

Botswana has ramped up its commitment to malaria elimination,…
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WHO Botswana staff as part of the 16 Days of Activism Campaign

WHO Botswana Hosts 16 Days of Activism Campaign

In honor of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence-GBV…
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