About University of Botswana_Official
The University of Botswana (UB) is the first and oldest higher education institution in Botswana, established on July 1, 1982. It operates as a public research and teaching university dedicated to quality education, research, and innovation, contributing to sustainable national development and global impact. UB is ranked 1201–1500 globally and 21st in sub-Saharan Africa according to the 2024 Times Higher Education World University Ranking. UB has three campuses located in Gaborone, Francistown, and Maun. The university is organized into six faculties: Business, Education, Engineering, Humanities, Health Sciences, and Science and Social Sciences. It also includes the Sir Ketumile Masire Teaching Hospital, enhancing its commitment to health education and services. The university's history traces back to the University of Basutoland, Bechuanaland and Swaziland, which was established in 1964, evolving into the University of Botswana after the independence of Botswana and the subsequent separation from Lesotho and Swaziland.
Location
Notwane Rd, Gaborone, South-East District, Botswana