On Friday, the institution held Class of 2025/2026 graduation ceremony at its Block 6 campus in Gaborone, bringing together graduates, parents, academic staff and invited guests to celebrate academic achievement as well as perseverance. Graduates from the faculties of Accounting and Finance, Business Management, and Engineering and Information Technology celebrated their academic accomplishments. It was also an opportunity for the institution to reaffirm its commitment to producing professionals equipped with practical skills geared towards meeting the country's evolving labour market demands. GIPS founder and Managing Director, AP Singh, congratulated the graduating class, describing their achievement as a reflection of hard work, determination and the sacrifices made throughout their academic journey. Delivering his welcome remarks, Singh expressed confidence that the knowledge and skills acquired by the graduates would enable them to make meaningful contributions to their respective professions and communities. He paid tribute to parents and guardians for their unwavering support, acknowledging their sacrifices in ensuring that students successfully completed their studies. Reflecting on the institution's journey, the MD recalled establishing GIPS in 1991 from humble beginnings before its gradual expansion to the current Block 6 campus. The school’s founder attributed its growth to the collective support of students, parents, staff and other stakeholders over the past three and a half decades. “Through this diverse range of programmes, GIPS continues to equip individuals with relevant knowledge, practical skills and professional competencies, unlocking human potential, strengthening the workforce, promoting entrepreneurship and driving economic transformation,” Singh added. Speaking at the same event, CEO of Education Infrastructure and Management Company (EIMC), Chanda Masendu Kusane, challenged the graduates to embrace their qualifications as tools for innovation, entrepreneurship and national development. She described the graduation as more than the successful completion of academic programmes, saying it represented perseverance, resilience and the transformative power of education. “In today's rapidly changing world, academic knowledge alone is not enough,” Kusane cautioned the graduands. She emphasised that the modern workplace requires individuals capable of translating knowledge into practical solutions, adapting to technological advancements and responding to changing industry demands. According to Kusane, TVET plays a critical role in preparing graduates for these challenges by equipping them with technical expertise, entrepreneurial skills and the confidence to contribute productively to society. Highlighting potential employment opportunities, she revealed that EIMC has been mandated to renovate, expand and digitise more than 1,000 public schools across Botswana within three years. Therefore, she said the initiative presents opportunities for graduates in engineering, information technology, accounting, construction and other technical disciplines. The state-owned company, Kusane revealed, has already recruited hundreds of workers during 2026, including young artisans and professionals involved in school infrastructure development. She encouraged the GIPS’ graduating class to remain informed about emerging opportunities while also considering self-employment and business development. “Do not limit yourselves to searching for jobs. Look for opportunities to solve problems. Establish businesses, create employment and contribute to national development,” Kusane advised the group. She further urged the graduates to embrace lifelong learning, uphold professional ethics and remain adaptable in an increasingly technology-driven economy. Additionally, Kusane encouraged GIPS to strengthen industry partnerships, modernise training facilities and continuously align its academic programmes with the changing needs of employers. As the institution celebrated its latest graduating class, the occasion underscored the importance of producing graduates whose qualifications translate into practical skills, employment opportunities and meaningful contributions to Botswana's development. GIPS’ Class of 2025/2026 graduation ceremony also marked GIPS' 35 years of educational excellence under the theme, “35 Years of Excellence: Advancing TVET, Unlocking Human Potential and Driving Economic Transformation.”
