12 Mar 2026

Government has commended Orange Botswana for its efforts to improve digital literacy in the country’s educational sector. 

Assistant Minister of Child Welfare and Basic Education, Mr Justin Hunyepa officiated the handover ceremony of essential technology equipment to Selebi Phikwe Primary School and Selebi Phikwe Senior Secondary School on Tuesday.

The donation included a digital kit comprising tablets, headsets and laptops to the primary school and a printer to the senior secondary school. Mr Hunyepa praised Orange Botswana for its commitment to enhancing education, saying it was a collective responsibility. 

He said Orange Botswana’s efforts indicated that enhancing education was a collective responsibility, saying the approach will facilitate the achievement of the desired goals for strong academic performance by learners, and will also motivate teachers to continue striving for excellence.

“The support from Orange Botswana is a vital step toward bridging the digital divide in the region and empowering the youth with skills essential for their academic and future professional pursuits,” Mr Hunyepa said.”

Orange Botswana’s Public Relations and Communication Manager, Ms Tebogo Nadisah, said the partnership with Selebi Phikwe Town Council demonstrated the power of collaboration in creating opportunities for the community.

Selebi Phikwe Mayor, Mr Oageng Makgosa, welcomed the donation, saying it would strengthen the efforts of learners and teachers and further enhance the town’s academic performance. BOPA