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What is SmartBots

SmartBots is Botswana's new proposition to drive transformation across the economy, government and society through a number of key strategic initiatives and projects.

Action Plan

An action plan

to deliver a smart sustainable society for Botswana and Batswana.

Whole of Government Approach

A whole of government approach

to transform the public sector for efficient service delivery.

Private Sector Engagement

Private sector engagement

in successfully implementing the SmartBots priorities and initiatives.

Why SmartBots

Botswana aims to take advantage of the opportunities presented by the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) and move the country towards the Knowledge-Based Economy (KBE), without leaving anyone behind.

SmartBots Focus Areas

Leaving no one behind

Leaving no one behind

Connect the country and include all Batswana to build an internal market.

Digitisation & Innovation

Digitisation & Innovation

Co-create data-driven products and services that leverage on digital technologies.

Competing globally

Competing globally

Prioritise and invest in ideas and compete in global markets.

Building a knowledge workforce

Building a knowledge workforce

Provide knowledge and tools to compete.

Strategic Initiatives

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Public Sector Transformation

Public Sector Transformation

Ensure universal connectivity for all Batswana.

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Education Towards a Knowledge-Based Economy

A Knowledge-Based Economy

Building digital skills to ensure all Batswana benefit in the digital space.

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Maun Science Park

Maun Science Park – Living Lab

The development and adoption of smart sustainable solutions in Botswana.

Key Projects

BotsRen

Educational and research institutions connected through network.

Digital Innovation Hub

A leader in public service transformation.

Digital Literacy

Increasing ICT literacy to benefit from digital technologies.

Open Data Resources

Data gathered under one roof for all to use.

SISE

Science and Innovation School of Excellence, SISE, to attract top students across the African continent.

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