National Archives and Records Services Botswana

DID YOU KNOW??

Botswana’s first General Elections were held before the Country gained independence in 1966. The Country’s first General Elections were held on the 1st of March 1965 where the Bechuanaland Democratic Party led by Sir Seretse Khama won 28 seats , while Bechuanaland People’s Part led by Phillip Matante won 3 seats.

BNARS JOINS THE AFRICAN COMMUNITY IN COMMEMORATING THE DAY OF THE AFRICAN CHILD UNDER THE THEME ENSURING UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO WATER,SANITATION AND HYGIENE FOR EVERY CHILD IN AFRICA

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Botswana National Archives and Records Services (BNARS) has scheduled a series of activities in commemoration of Archives Week 2026 under the theme, “Archives for Justice, Rights, Memory and the Future.” The programme commenced with an exhibition at the BNARS Headquarters, followed by a school presentation in Molepolole at Boikhutso Junior Secondary School. Through these activities, BNARS seeks to raise awareness about the vital role archives play in safeguarding rights, promoting accountability and justice, preserving collective memory, and ensuring that valuable records are available for future generations.

Archives for Justice :Rights ,Memory and Futures

The hunt for Miss Botswana in 1966
First Prize R100

Who won the pageant?