Business Culture http://www.businessculture.com
Find out what is the appropriate protocol and business etiquette in Botswana, how to negotiate, what are the proper business gifts and much more.
Flying Mission http://www.flyingmission.org/
A Christian charity organisation serving the mission communities and nationals of Botswana, Zambia, and the Southern African Region. Our aim is to facilitate the activities of other missionaries and national organisations through our aviation programmes, and our growing HIV/AIDS Ministry. Always looking for volunteers and people to help with day care and general admin.
Helen O'Grady Drama Academy http://www.dramaafrica.com/botswana.html
The Helen O'Grady Drama Academy is truly international and Africa's largest community-based drama school for young people from 5-18 years of age and adults. Students gain greater confidence and self-esteem while also developing verbal and acting abilities. And of course, classes are great fun, too!
Women's NGO Coalition http://www.womenscoalition.org.bw/
WNGOC is a network of non-governmental organizations, nonprofit making organizations that are concerned with the empowerment of women, through coordination, collaboration, networking and capacity building of its members. It promotes solidarity and facilitates lobbying and advocacy on issues of concern identified by members.
Schools
Northside Primary School http://www.northsideschool.net
Northside School is a private, English-medium day school approved by the Ministry of Education, Botswana. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (C.I.S) and also a member of the Independent School Association of Southern Africa (ISASA).
Westwood International School http://www.westwoodis.com
A school that provides students with a quality international education that enables them to confidently meet future challenges as socially-responsible, life-long learners.
These tips were kindly provided by volunteer Expat Women Mentors in 2007. ExpatWomen.com shares these tips in an effort to help but takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information.
Provided by Monica S, American, Gaborone, Botswana
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You can get almost anything here, certainly in nearby South Africa, but the cost of living is very high.
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Despite modern buildings and a few new shopping malls, this is still a one-horse town. The gossip is good!
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They call Botswana "Africa 101" or "Africa for Beginners". It's an easy place to live if you have patience.
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It's easy to do nothing here or to get really involved. Talk to people and find out about classes, clubs and charity opportunities. You won't find these without asking.
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The Botswana Advertiser is a great source for second hand everything.
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The language is difficult, but it pays to learn the basics.
Provided by Dawn S, British (Scottish), Gaborone, Botswana
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Carry a book with you at all times – patience to get anything achieved is a necessity.
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Always smile and greet everyone – it's considered extremely rude not to greet, even strangers.
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Always consider safety, living conditions and traveling conditions (been held up at gun-point in my bedroom and had my hand-bag stolen in a smash and grab while driving alone last year are good examples).
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Invest in some good sports bras for the gravel roads.
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Have an adventurous spirit and live every experience, they're all memories in the making.
