Botswana

Peace Corps in Botswana

There are more than 185 Volunteers in Botswana working with their communities on projects in youth development and health. During their service in Botswana, Volunteers learn to speak local languages, including Setswana, Ikalanga, and Kgalagadi. More than 2,610 Peace Corps Volunteers have served in Botswana since the program was established in 1966. 

Volunteers
Current: 185
To Date: 2610
Program Dates
1966-1997; 2003-present
Official Language
Setswana, English

Volunteer Openings in Botswana

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There are currently no Peace Corps Volunteer openings in Botswana.

I found purpose in each day as a Peace Corps Botswana Volunteer. Looking back, some of the most difficult moments turned out to be the most educational and rewarding times and shaped who I am today. I found true happiness throughout my time in Botswana.

Nate G., Returned Peace Corps Volunteer

Current Projects in Botswana

Health Education President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief Let Girls Learn

Stories from Botswana

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"Life begins at the end of your comfort zone" Voice of the Silent Man - a poem on gender based violence Clinic workers learn how to better manage medical supplies

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Botswana Country Fund

Contributions to the Botswana Country Fund will support Volunteer and community projects that will take place in Botswana.

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