Botswana Harvard Health Partnership

13/06/2026

𝐁𝐇𝐏 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬

The Botswana Harvard Health Partnership (BHP) today (13 June 2026) met with its Community Advisory Board (CAB) to provide updates on several ongoing research studies and strengthen collaboration between researchers and the communities they serve.

The engagement provided an opportunity for study teams to share progress, discuss key achievements, and highlight challenges encountered during implementation. CAB members, who play a vital role in representing community perspectives, offered valuable insights and recommendations on participant retention, community engagement, and strategies to enhance the impact of research findings.

Through these regular interactions, BHP continues to ensure that its research remains community-informed, culturally responsive, and aligned with the health needs of the people of Botswana. The discussions also reinforced the importance of working together to improve study implementation and maximize the translation of research into meaningful public health outcomes.

We thank our CAB members for their continued commitment, guidance, and partnership in advancing health research that makes a difference.

12/06/2026

Celebrating Our Archives Team

As we come to the end of International Archives Week (8–12 June 2026), we take a moment to celebrate our Archives Team for their invaluable contribution to our institution.

Thank you for your commitment to preserving the records, knowledge, and history that underpin our research excellence. Your work ensures that valuable information remains accessible for today's science and tomorrow's discoveries.

09/06/2026

𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐁𝐨𝐤𝐨 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐁𝐇𝐏’𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Botswana Harvard Health Partnership (BHP) Executive Management today, 9 June 2026, met with the President of the Republic of Botswana, Mr. Duma Gideon Boko, at the Office of the President to brief him on the BHP mandate, its research scope, strategic value, and the importance of continued collaboration between BHP and the Ministry of Health.

BHP Executive Director, Dr. Gaerolwe Masheto, and his executive team highlighted the institute’s contributions to Botswana’s health sector over the past three decades, including impactful HIV and COVID-19 research, contributions to policies such as Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission (PMTCT) and the attainment of the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets, the discovery of the Omicron variant, and the training of local scientists and healthcare professionals through BHP’s capacity-building initiatives.

President Boko commended BHP for its outstanding contribution to research, noting that the institute has helped elevate Botswana’s global scientific profile. He emphasized the importance of evidence-based research in informing national development and encouraged BHP to continue expanding its research efforts in areas such as cancer, HIV discordancy, and drug resistance. He further implored BHP to continue playing a critical role in advising the national leadership and shaping best practices through scientific evidence.

The President also highlighted the importance of establishing sustainable domestic and African-led research funding mechanisms to reduce overreliance on external funding sources.

The BHP delegation included Executive Director Dr. Gaerolwe Masheto, Scientific Director Prof. Sikhulile Moyo, Operations Director Dineo Thebe, Business Development and Sponsored Awards Director Cornelius Gaetsaloe, and Communications Coordinator Tapela Morapedi. The meeting was also attended by the Minister of Health Dr. Stephen Modise and Acting Secretary for Specialized Care, Dr. Tshepo Machacha.

05/06/2026

💼 Vacancy - Clinical Quality Management System Officer 💼

The Clinical Quality Management System (cQMS) Officer is responsible for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving the Quality Management System within clinical research sites (CRSs).

Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in: Health Sciences / Nursing / Public Health.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in clinical research.
- At least 2 years in QA/QC, monitoring, or regulatory compliance.
- Certification in QA/auditing (e.g., ISO, CQA) is an added advantage.
- Experience in clinical trials (e.g., HIV, TB, vaccines, or public health research) is an advantage.

Closing Date
- 16 June 2026

Botswana Harvard Health Partnership · The Clinical Quality Management System (cQMS) Officer is responsible for establishing, implementing, maintaining

05/06/2026

💼 Vacancy - Grants Officer 💼

The Grants Officer will support the management of donor funded projects through effective pre-award and post-award grant administration

Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting
- Professional certification in grants management, accounting, or finance is an added advantage

Closing Date
- 12 June 2026

Botswana Harvard Health Partnership The Grants Officer will support the management of donor funded projects through effective pre-award and post-award

05/06/2026

♻️ Making a Difference Beyond Research! ♻️

In celebration of World Environment Day and as part of our 30th Anniversary celebrations, Botswana Harvard Health Partnership (BHP) staff rolled up their sleeves this morning and took part in a community litter-picking campaign around the Marina area and Gaborone Senior Secondary School (GSS).

Volunteers were divided into teams covering different routes from Marina and the UB Circle, all converging at the GSS grounds after collecting litter along the way. Together, we demonstrated that a cleaner environment is everyone’s responsibility.

This initiative was made possible through valuable partnerships with O3 Beverages, who generously supplied drinking water for volunteers, and Gaborone City Council, who provided refuse bags and assisted with the collection and disposal of the litter after the clean-up.

A heartfelt thank you to all our partners and staff who dedicated their time and energy to making this initiative a success.

02/06/2026

On 31 May 2026, Botswana Harvard Health Partnership (BHP) proudly joined CEYOHO at the International AIDS Candlelight Memorial held at the CEYOHO Centre in Tlokweng, where Prof. Catherine Koofhethile, Principal Investigator of the Phodiso Study (an HIV Cure study at BHP), delivered the keynote address.

The memorial brought together community members, health advocates, researchers, and young people to honour lives affected by HIV, celebrate resilience, and reaffirm the collective commitment to ending HIV/AIDS.

In her keynote address, Prof. Koofhethile reflected on HIV as an ongoing public health challenge, highlighted the progress made in HIV treatment and prevention, and emphasised the importance of continued community engagement, research, and advocacy in strengthening the HIV response.

Prof. Koofhethile was also presented with a Certificate of Recognition in appreciation of her exceptional contribution to HIV research, scientific leadership, and capacity building aimed at improving health outcomes for people living with HIV.

02/06/2026

CME!! 🚨🚨
Limited space. Please RSVP.
Zoom link will be provided for those who cannot attend physically.

02/06/2026

📢 CONTINUOUS MEDICAL EDUCATION (CME) INVITATION

The Botswana HIV Clinicians Society (BHIVCS) cordially invites healthcare professionals, researchers, students, programme implementers, and stakeholders to our Monthly Continuous Medical Education (CME) Session.

🗓 Date: 04 June 2026
⏰ Time: 6-7pm
📍 Venue: Zoomlink

🎤 Topic: Dynamics of HIV-1 in recently diagnosed individuals in Botswana in the era of “Treat all”

Facilitator:
👨‍⚕️ Natasha Onalenna Moraka-Mankge , MSc , PhD

Join us for an engaging and informative session designed to strengthen clinical knowledge, promote evidence-based practice, and enhance the quality of HIV prevention, treatment, and care services in Botswana.

Why Attend?

✅ Learn from experts in the field
✅ Network with healthcare professionals
✅ Stay updated with current HIV and public health developments
✅ Contribute to improved patient outcomes

Participation is FREE and open to all healthcare professionals and students.

Register here: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/82227330030?

Enquiries +267 76 202 318

Together, we advance clinical excellence and strengthen Botswana’s HIV response.

28/05/2026

💼 Vacancy - Administrative Regulatory Officer 💼

Requirements
- Diploma in Health/Social Sciences.
- Degree in Health/Social Sciences will be an added advantage.
- Minimum 3–5 years of experience in clinical research

Closing Date: 06/06/2026

Botswana Harvard Health Partnership The Administrative Regulatory Officer is a candidate with a health or social science background who works closely