Department Of Wildlife & National Parks

24/09/2026

24/09/2026

2 DAYS LEFT TO WORLD TOURISM DAY COMMEMORATION

22/09/2026

WILDLIFE RANGER CHALLENGE 2026: WALKING THE DISTANCE FOR CONSERVATION

The Wildlife Ranger Challenge 2026 brought together wildlife rangers, conservation partners, communities and supporters for a 21 km walk and 21 km marathon from Sexaxa to Shashe VDC.
The event celebrated the dedication, resilience and commitment of wildlife rangers who work on the frontline to protect Botswana’s wildlife and natural heritage. It also provided an opportunity to raise public awareness about the demanding nature of their work and strengthen partnerships in support of conservation.

The event held in partnership with Wildlife Impact and &Beyond, the challenge demonstrated the power of collaboration in promoting conservation and recognising the important role of rangers.
Together, we walk for conservation. Together, we stand with our rangers.

22/09/2026

WORLD TOURISM DAY 2026

The Minister of Environment and Tourism, Honourable Wynter Boipuso Mmolotsi, invites the public to join the commemoration of World Tourism Day.

Date: Sunday, 27 September 2026
Venue: Three Dikgosi Monument
Time: 5:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Activities
🏃 Fun Run
🚴 Cycling
🛍️ Open Market Day

Admission: FREE!

Come celebrate tourism, health, culture with us.
The Public is Invited!
We are pleased to announce our sponsors as below

21/09/2026

NORINCO PAYS COURTESY VISIT TO DWNP

On the 21st September 2026, the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP) received a delegations from NORINCO, led by Chairman Mr. Cao Yang.

The visit provided an opportunity to exchange greetings, present an overview of NORINCO’s company profile, review previous cooperation with the Department, and explore proposed drone based wildlife scientific survey initiatives.
The engagement reaffirmed the importance of continued collaboration in advancing wildlife conservation and scientific research through technology and innovation.

20/09/2026

RUN. RIDE. EXPLORE. CELEBRATE! 🇧🇼

Join the Ministry of Environment and Tourism as we celebrate World Tourism Day 2026 with a morning of fitness, fun and family!

Date: Sunday, 27th September 2026
Time: 5:00 AM
Venue: CBD, 3 Dikgosi Monument
Admission: FREE — All Welcome!
Theme: Botswana Colours — Come dressed in Blue, Black & White!

Activities:
🏃‍♀️ Running: 5, 10, 21, 30 & 60KM
🚴‍♂️ Cycling: 5, 10, 20, 30 & 60KM
Plus: Market, Music & Entertainment!

Scan the QR code on the poster to register now.

19/09/2026

STATEMENT BY THE MINISTER OF ENVIRONMENT AND TOURISM, HONOURABLE WYNTER BOIPUSO MMOLOTSI, COMMISSIONING SEPTEMBER AS THE MONTH OF TOURISM IN BOTSWANA

19/09/2026

VISIT DWNP AT THE AGRIC EXPO 2026

We are still at the Agric Expo 2026 in Sebele
Pass by the Department of Wildlife and National Parks (DWNP) stall to learn more about our programmes, services and policies, and how we contribute to sustainable wildlife and natural resource management.

Find us at Sebele — come and engage with us