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Welcome to Germany!

In Germany, the "Land of Ideas", we place major emphasis on education, science, research and development. This makes Germany one of the most popular countries in which to study, as well as a site for state-of-the art research and patent development. With its high quality of life, good infrastructure and central location in Europe, Germany is one of the world's most attractive bases for business. Its beautiful urban and rural landscapes, combining age-old traditions and experimental modern culture, make a trip to Germany a unique experience.
Germany has something for everyone, so why not pay us a visit?

Bonn will become the host city for the IPBES Secretariat

The secretariat of the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) will be located in Bonn. Representatives from almost 100 countries made the decision late on 19 April in Panama City during the second IPBES plenary session.

EU Council Presidency

In the first half of 2012, Denmark will assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

Westerwelle bei Konzeptvorstellung

New Chapter in German-African partnership

Introducing the Federal Government’s Strategy for Africa, Federal Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle said it coincided with a “time of dramatic change and upheaval taking place right next door to Europe”. He said that what was happening – particularly in Africa – presented us with “perhaps the most intriguing evidence of a changing world”. For Germany this highlighted the necessity to maintain and deepen old friendships, but also to make a concerted and conscious effort to establish new ones

Joachim Gauck

Germany’s new President Joachim Gauck is elected by a large majority

Joachim Gauck was elected as the new head of state of the Federal Republic of Germany on March 18, 2012 in Berlin with one of the best results in the history of the country’s federal presidential elections. Gauck received 991 of the 1,228 valid votes. An overwhelming majority of the electors in the 15th Federal Assembly chose Joachim Gauck for the highest office in the land during the first round of voting.

Dr Guido Westerwelle, Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs

Guido Westerwelle, Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs

Hannovermesse

Green mobility at the Hanover Trade Fair

Technology meets progress: the focus at the Hannover Messe 2012, which is taking place under the motto “greentelligence” from April 23 to 27, is on “green” technologies. The world’s key technology event with eight flagship exhibitions and more than 230,000 visitors is regarded as the international showcase of numerous German industrial sectors and the world’s largest fair for capital goods.

ILA Berlin Air Show

ILA Berlin Air Show 2012

Located in one of Europe’s most popular trade fair cities, ILA Berlin Air Show offers unrivaled coverage of all aspects of the international aerospace industry. With 1,153 exhibitors from 47 countries, about 235,000 visitors and business agreements worth a total of at least 16.5 billion dollars, ILA is one of the world’s largest aerospace trade shows.

Afrikanische Kinder mit Deutschlandflagge

Africa in Germany's foreign policy: making the most of opportunities, promoting African ownership

Germany's policy towards Africa is value-based; its principles are respect for human rights, democracy, and the rule of law and peaceful resolution of conflicts. Yet Germany also has clearly defined interests. As a major exporting nation we need a reliable and well-functioning world trade system, which cannot exist without peace, security and stability.

Visasticker

Visa requirements

We want to make your arrival in Germany as easy as possible. Here you can find all the information you need on applying for a visa, along with an application form as a pdf file to download.

Press Release - Human Rights logo

International online vote on a logo for human rights– winner logo

News from Germany

News from Germany

News from Germany

News from Botswana

 

Federal "Research and Innovation" Funding Advisory Service

The Federal "Research and Innovation" Funding Advisory Service is the central point of contact for any questions concerning research and innovation funding. The centre informs potential applicants about the federal research structure, funding programmes and the persons to contact as well as about current funding priorities and initiatives.

Time and weather in Germany

Berlin:
17:10:53 12 °C
Deutscher Wetterdienst

Important Information

!!! IMPORTANT INFORMATION !!!

The Embassy will be closed on the following days:

Tuesday, 01.05.2012

Thursday, 17.05.2012

Monday, 28.05.2012

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In case of an emergency only,

contact mobile +267 713 001 39

P O Box 315

Segoditshane Way

Broadhurst Mall / Professional House

Gaborone / Botswana

Tel:  (00267) 395 3143 / 370 4900

Fax: (00267) 395 3038

Mail:  Contact

Opening hours:

Monday - Friday

9 a.m. - 12 a.m.

or on appointment 

Urgent Notice!

Application for Schengen Visa

Until further notice, the German Embassy in Gaborone will not be issuing visas for persons traveling to DENMARK...

The Ambassador and the individual sections

Discover Germany

May 2, 2012 9:01 AM

Berlin 2.0

2012 Desk Calendar Now Also Available as App

Tischkalender Deutschlandmagazine

 The 2012 desk calendar on the subject "Germany - Partner in the World" is now also available free of charge in English and German as an app from the iTunes Store and the Android Market.

News from Germany

Information about German foreign and European policy and major domestic issues.

German Information Centre brings Germany to Africa

Meet modern Germany, be informed and enjoy stories about Germany and Africa. The German Information Centre Africa (GIC) is online under www.gicafrica.diplo.de. To stay updated you can subscribe to the GIC RSS-feeds or the newsletter or join the GIC fans on Facebook.

Facts about Germany

cover "Facts about Germany"

Deutschland - Portal

The Deutschland Portal is the central, non-commercial access to Germany on the Internet.

Young Germany - International Engagement

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Young people today are more globally connected than ever before. They want to become involved in the world around them and solutions to interconnected challenges. Follow Young Germany as we follow young people who are making a difference: From those volunteering at orphanages in South America to others working with German schools and cultural institutes worldwide and many more. All have something to share in YG's special on international engagement.