ABOUT US

The society seeks to disseminate and share knowledge in the Astronomy domain in an effort to excite youngsters and interest all into learning about and participating in astronomy in Botswana. The Society is led by our Chairman, Prof. Motsoptse Modisi , our Vice Chairman and our only professional Astronomer, Prof. Michael Bode, our Secretary, Mr. Gihan Ilangakoon and our Treasurer, Mr. David Slater. There are five other committee members including Dr. Moletlanyi Tshipa, Ms. Molly Kgobathe, Mr. Harold Hester, Dr. Fulvio Franchi and Mr. Kgomotso Thelo. The ASB numbers continue to grow as we do our best to attract more members– see our Membership Page and you are welcome to download the ASB Brochure.

A Membership Application Form can also be downloaded from our Membership page.

General Enquiries

gihan.ilangakoon@gmail.com

Payments & Membership Enquiries

J.David.Slater@gmail.com

Tel: +267 72402668

Postal Address: P O Box 2331 AAD, Poso House, Gaborone, Botswana

COMMITTEE OF THE ASB

FOR THE PERIOD 2022-2023

CHAIRPERSON – Prof. Motsoptse Modisi
VICE CHAIRPERSON – Prof. Michael Bode
SECRETARY – Gihan Ilangakoon
VICE SECRETARY – Molly Kgobathe
TREASURER – David Slater

COMMITTEE MEMBER 1- Harold Hester
COMMITTEE MEMBER 2 – Dr. Moletlanyi Tshipa

COMMITTEE MEMBER 3 – Dr. Fulvio Franchi

COMMITTEE MEMBER 4 – Kgomotso Thelo

Objectives of the Society

To act as a focal point for the many citizens who are interested in Astronomy and wish to become more knowledgeable, and provide a forum where they will be able to interact with like-minded individuals and learn more about the subject
To stimulate a wider interest in, and awareness of, Astronomy nationally, capitalizing on the magnificent skies that Botswana possesses and the future projects in which it will be involved
To reach out to schools across the country and use the inherent fascination with the subject in our young people to stimulate their interest in science, technology, engineering and mathematics as a whole

Astronomical Society of Botswana exists to:

Connect scientists, educators, amateur astronomers and the public..
Provide education through public outreach with professionals and national meetings and collaborations
Strengthen our organizational foundation based on an agile, integrated and multi-faceted approach to science education and public outreach, and to collaborate with international organizations involved with astronomy
Serve Public audiences through our resources, outreach programs and memberships

Associations & Affiliated Organisations

We are seeking active partners to affiliate with in the region and Internationally. Our strategy is to affiliate, associate, collaborate and cooperate with any astronomical Society, educational institution or scientific organization involved with astronomy and the promotion of STEM at large. We hope to forge long lasting relationships with our affiliates that will bear fruit in the not so distant future.

Links to some of these Institutions, Associations, Government Ministries and Parastatals, and NGO’s are provided below: