GUC graduates over 1500 students from 19 in 2008

Since its humble beginnings, the Gaborone University College of Law and Professional Studies has made significant impact on the educational landscape of Botswana.

Speaking during the University’s 2023 graduation ceremony, GUC Managing Director Dr. Anthony Joseph said their first graduation ceremony in 2008 had only 19 students graduating with certificates.

Now, in 2023, the institution saw 1 536 graduates obtaining certificate, diploma, degree and masters certificates. This growth was a testament to the impact the university has on society.

He also stated that their graduates are highly sought after by employers because the university’s programmes are well suited to meet the current needs of the job market.

“It should be a matter of pride for all of us to have an institution that has developed so well since its establishment in 2006, especially as an institution that was largely supported by self–sponsored students in its infantile stage before the government recognised its status and development and began to sponsor students in 2011.

“Currently, GUC has seven branches across Botswana, four in Gaborone, one in Francistown, Maun and Mmopane,” Josephs said, adding that they now employ 162 Academic and 79 non-academic staff.

Future plans include upgrading GUC into a fullyfledged university.

GUC board of governors Chairperson Professor Bernard Moswela encouraged graduates to hold on to the knowledge they gained during their studies and to continue learning in order to increase their chances of finding employment.

Other speakers included guest speaker, Minister of Communication, Knowledge and Technology, Thulagano Segokgo; Assistant Minister of Trade and Industry, Beauty Manake, Professor Deveral Capps from Leeds Law School in the United Kingdom, and a representative from the student body.