The Broadcasters Organisation (TBO) on Friday 1st August proudly hosted the 2025 Africa Science Buskers Welcome and Appreciation Ceremony, honouring nine exceptional students from across Botswana who represented the country at the continental STEAM competition in Zimbabwe.
STEAM—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics—is at the heart of transformative education, and these young minds stood tall among Africa’s brightest.
Held at the Sunshine Centre, Phase II, Gaborone, the ceremony celebrated their innovation, resilience, and success. Out of the many participants from across Africa, team Botswana emerged with three well-deserved medals:
Silver Medal – Emmanuel Ditlhako – Cleaning Robot
Silver Medal – PassMore Tseriwa – Hydro Power Project addressing water shortage
Bronze Medal – Ryan Tlhakanelo – Online Stock Auction App
When giving a keynote address, the Deputy Permanent Secretary for Basic Education in the Ministry of Child Welfare and Basic Education, Professor Agreement Lathi Jotia appreciated the Broadcasting Organisation initiative of playing a fundamental role of mentoring students.
He informed the participants that TBO is doing a marvellous job by mentoring students on STEAM education as the Ministry is on a transformation process; gearing towards STEAM Curriculum.
Professor Jotia reaffirmed the Public Private Partnership in strengthening the education system. He gave credits to Botswana Insurance Company (BIC), Botswana International University of Science & Technology (BIUST) and University of Botswana (UB) for being instrumental in the education system.
The Deputy Permanent Secretary advised students to remain focused, listen to both their teachers and parents advises and instructions. He told them that geographical location does not stop anybody to shine, to dream big and their dreams will come true. He also reminded learners that excellence without respect is meaningless.
