Gaborone, 12th January 2026

The University of Botswana has announced a ground-breaking initiative to support postgraduate students and enhance teaching and learning capacity within the institution. ​

Eligible full-time postgraduate students can now benefit from tuition fee waivers under a newly approved arrangement. ​

The initiative offers full tuition fee waivers for eligible Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) students and partial tuition fee waivers for eligible Master’s students. ​

However, access to these waivers is not automatic upon admission.​ Students must meet specific eligibility requirements and complete an approved application and selection process in line with the University’s regulations and policies. ​Terms and conditions apply. ​

In addition to the financial support, students who receive tuition waivers will contribute to the University’s teaching and learning activities. ​

These responsibilities may include teaching undergraduate courses, conducting tutorials, leading practical sessions, and performing other instructional duties. ​

Assignments will be coordinated by the relevant academic units and supervised by Heads of Department. ​

The University has clarified that any additional work outside teaching and learning responsibilities will be considered on a case-by-case basis and processed through the relevant Deputy Vice Chancellor. ​

Further details regarding eligibility criteria, application procedures, and implementation will be shared through official University channels. ​

About the University of Botswana ​

The University of Botswana is a premier institution of higher learning in Botswana, dedicated to delivering quality education, research, and service to the nation and beyond. ​ With a commitment to improving economic and social conditions, the University strives to position itself as a distinctively African institution with a regional and international outlook. ​

For more information, please contact: Mr Onkagetse Mogae, ​ Acting Director of Public Affairs, Email: directorpa@ub.ac.bw ​ Phone: +267 3552284 / +267 3554667 ​