Civic and Social Organizations in Botswana

Competition And Consumer Authority - Botswana

The Competition and Consumer Authority is responsible for the prevention of, and redress for anti-competitive practices in the economy, and the removal of constraints on the free play of competition in the market. The Authority is also responsible for protecting consumers against unfair business practices by investigating consumer complaints, promoting awareness of consumer rights, and conducting consumer education.

11 to 50 staff

Kenari

Social Enterprise develops and executes Neighborhood Economic Systems that serve as a vital part of community life. We mobilize communities and economies through innovative business models and investments in systemic changes at the intersection of Food/Agriculture, Health, Education and Energy.

1 to 10 staff

Young Minds Africa

Since 2017, Young Minds Africa Trust popularly known as ‘’YMA’’ has a clear set mandate to empower, engage and educate young people to become key players and contributors to the economy. We have curated interventions that are focused on youth employment, entrepreneurship and civic leadership for women and youth.

1 to 10 staff

Impact Fund Botswana

Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Inspired and empowered communities! We support community initiatives through responsible business practices.

1 to 10 staff

Botswana Careers Roundtable

Botswana Careers Roundtable is a series of small and intimate events that allow established corporate leaders and high-performing junior professionals to meet and build relationships, as well as discuss talent development and general career trajectories in Botswana. The round-table provides a space for thought leaders to openly share their insights and expertise with the junior professionals; as well as allow junior professionals to openly seek advice on how to tackle the challenges they currently face in the workplace.

1 to 10 staff

Success Capital

Success Capital is a youth led, managed and serving non-governmental organisation working in the nexus of human rights and sustainable development. This includes participatory research, training and advocacy for issues affecting diverse young people in Botswana and Africa: Human Rights, Sustainable Development, Economic Participation, HIV, GBV, SRHR, LGBTIQ+, Poverty, Migration and Gender.

1 to 10 staff

Inspired Horizons Association

Inspired Horizons is a non-governmental, non-profit making youth organization with a passion for youth development and skills building through innovative education and capacity building. The organization’s mandate shares a core interest in line with both Botswana’s Vision 2016 pillar 1 on ‘An educated, and informed nation’; Vision 2036 Pillar 2 on ‘Human Social Development’; and lastly, the Sustainable Development Goal 4 on ‘Quality Education’. Its purpose is to redefine the concept of academic ‘excellence’ in a way that advocates and encourages the development of well-rounded and passionate young leaders, while fostering tools that promote skills development. Mission Statement: To actively upskill and promote well-rounded and passionate young leaders. Vision: To achieve a culture of inclusive youth development. Objectives: • To improve the youths’ literacy skills through provision of necessary resources and facilities. • To help curb youth unemployment and foster a culture of entrepreneurship. • To assist in efforts of poverty eradication particularly in rural and/or isolated communities. • To support and partner with relevant stakeholders that are focused on the empowerment of the youth and their initiatives. • To have a successful research and development Centre that will be focusing on the improvement of the socio-economic statuses of the youth and their families. • Offer assistance and guidance to the skilled, yet not academically strong, young members of the community, on matters concerning life skills, and socio-economic empowerment.

1 to 10 staff

Dream Factory Foundation

11 to 50 staff

Sustain267

Sustain267 is a social enterprise with an aim to encourage environmental consciousness in our personal and business activities. We strive to contribute to the environmentally sustainable development of Africa, through engaging with individuals, communities, and governments.

1 to 10 staff

Global Youth Parliament Botswana

Youth-Centric Global NGO focused on Social Impact & Development, Youth Engagement, and Advocacy

11 to 50 staff

Ipelele Ngwao

Ipelele Ngwao is a heritage revitalization organization dedicated to ensuring the documentation, preservation and celebration of the linguistic and cultural diversity in Botswana through the use of visual communication and digital media. At Ipelele Ngwao, we believe that the languages that we document and ‘’bank’’ now will make possible a new period of cultural renaissance among our people, and inevitably may produce the spark that inspires the community to begin the process of language revival and maintenance.’’. Please feel free to checkout our podcast to learn more about the local indigenous languages in Botswana.

1 to 10 staff

Loved Ones Organisation

A Botswana-based nonprofit entity committed to promoting mental health, emotional well-being, and inclusive psychosocial support for marginalized and vulnerable populations. The organisation was born from a deep desire to create safe, healing-centered spaces where individuals can access empathy, support, and practical tools for mental resilience. Our work is rooted in the belief that everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and supported, especially those whose voices are often overlooked people living with disabilities, cancer patients, unemployed individuals, tertiary students, and the unemployed. We strive to close the gap between mental health awareness and accessible services by combining grassroots engagement, professional counseling support, and community-based interventions. Our vision is to build a mentally resilient, inclusive, and compassionate society where every individual regardless of age, ability, or background has access to holistic mental health support and feels a sense of belonging. Our mission is to deliver innovative, culturally relevant, and inclusive mental health programs that empower individuals and communities to thrive emotionally, socially, and psychologically. Our objectives are to promote awareness around mental health and reduce stigma through education and community engagement; to provide psychosocial support services, particularly for people living with disabilities, cancer patients, the unemployed, and tertiary students; to create safe spaces for emotional expression, healing, and empowerment through workshops, events, and outreach programs; to collaborate with schools, healthcare providers, media, and civil society to ensure mental health is integrated into broader social development goals; and to advocate for equitable access to mental health care and resources at both policy and community levels. Our values are compassion; we lead with empathy and respect for every person's experience; inclusion we ensure we lead with empathy

11 to 50 staff

Young Social Workers Network - Botswana

We are an Academic & Professional Network for Social Workers in Botswana. We are also Affiliated to YSWN_SADC Structure

1 to 10 staff

Volunteer Hub Bw

We envision Volunteer Hub as the champion institution to volunteerism and foundation to social inclusion for active citizen participation, social sustainability, and equality.

1 to 10 staff

Sisonke Botswana Organiztion

1 to 10 staff