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Welcome to the website of the German Embassy in Gaborone

Welcome to the website of the German Embassy in Gaborone. My colleagues and I would like to invite you to scroll through our website where we introduce the different activities of the Embassy and pres...

Dr Guido Westerwelle, Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs

Guido Westerwelle, Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs

Germany-South Africa: Let's stay Friends - From 2006 to 2010 and beyond

A new special website is dedicated to showcase the support Germany gives to football projects in South Africa. Germany and South Africa have enjoyed a close partnership for many years. With this in mind, it is no surprise that Germany and South Africa, as consecutive hosts of FIFA Football World Cups, also work closely together in this area.

The site, in English and German, also offers useful information to all visitors and international football fans about the event and its host country. The FIFA Football World Cup 2010  will show the world a new, more dynamic face of Africa.

Candidate for the UN Security Council 2011/2012

Working together to shape a strong global vision for the 21st century. Germany stands for Sustainability Development Security Solidarity Respect Germany strongly believes in multilateralism, with the UN at the core. This is why we play a pivotal role in the UN system.

Germany’s candidature for a non-permanent seat on the Security Council in 2011/ 2012

Germany actively supports the work of the world organization in all its aspects. Ever since joining the United Nations in 1973, Germany has demonstrated a strong and continuously growing commitment to the UN system. Membership in the United Nations is a central pillar of Germany’s policy of promoting peace, security and human rights as well as development.

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.

Partnership with Africa - an initiative of the Federal President in cooperation with the Zeit-foundation

“What I want to do is raise awareness that we are all part of the human family, that we inhabit one and the same world and are all dependent upon one another. And yes, there is a moral dimension, too, I want to highlight the need for a global ethic. I believe we need to discuss issues of social justice more and more in a global and not merely a national context."

Interview given by Federal President Köhler

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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.

News from Germany

News from Germany

News from Germany

News from Botswana

 

Important Information

!!! IMPORTANT INFORMATION !!!

  

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 / 395 3806

Fax: (00267) 395 3038

Mail: Contact

Opening hours:

Monday - Friday

9 a.m. - 12 a.m.

or on appointment 

News from Germany

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

Belgian Council Presidency

Belgium took over the EU Council Presidency for the second half of 2010 on 1 July.

German Information Centre Pretoria brings Germany to Africa

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

Africa and Germany - News from the German Information Centre (GIC) Pretoria

Click on the title to read the full story with an African and German focus

02.09.10 11:54

Competition for artists from Southern Africa

The German artistic foundation kunst:raum sylt quelle, in cooperation with the Goethe Institut South Africa, have announced their 2010 competition for southern African artists. The competition is open to artists  of all disciplines from Angola, Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, South Africa and Swaziland.

01.09.10 10:35

DAAD lecture in Johannesburg examines legacy of 2010 World Cup

The final lecture in the “Extra Time” series will take place on Friday, September 3, featuring UN Special Advisor on Sport Willi Lemke and a panel of distinguished guests. Mr. Lemke will give the keynote address on “The Legacy of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.” The event is free and open to the public.

30.08.10 12:24

Diplomats training program “International Futures” underway in Berlin

Rising stars from South Africa and Egypt joined their counterparts from six other nations for the “International Futures” training program held by the German Foreign Ministry.  The two-week program focuses on bringing together diplomats and young up-an-comers from eight key countries to explore opportunities and challenges for diplomacy in the age of globalization.

Facts about Germany

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The modern working world

Young Germany

Today’s working world is constantly evolving. Technology is not just changing the shape of our workplace, but the core of professional life itself. What is the shape of your modern working world? This month at Young Germany we’ll be looking at the modern working world with articles about flexibility, mobility, and networking. We’ll also offer tips for dealing with stress and profiles of young professionals and their experiences.