I am indeed greatly encouraged by Limkokwing’s investment in Botswana. The pace that you have established yourselves in recent months is a reminder to all of us of the level of efficiency that we must reach if we are to keep up in the fast-moving world. I have already heard good things about Limkokwing, both here and elsewhere. This institution brings with it an international reputation for being practical trendsetters. We have seen this from the positive example being set by some of the university’s local alumni who are already making their contributions to our society. We are therefore confident of Limkokwing’s continued ability to empower our youths in this setting. His Excellency, Mr Festus G. Mogae Former President, Republic of Botswana, 2007

Globalising Malaysian education The drive and passion with which the Limkokwing University is spreading itself across the world speaks volumes of Malaysia’s high standards of education that is accepted worldwide. I congratulate Limkokwing on the establishment of its new campus in Gaborone, Botswana which makes it Africa’s first university to be internationally benchmarked for worldwide recognition. Limkokwing University continues to raise the benchmark of Malaysian education to higher levels using its philosophy of merging the best of East and West to connect with academia, industry, governments and young people the world over. I fully subscribe to this philosophy in the belief that it will help to create a new generation of global graduates, skilled, knowledgeable and culture-sensitive that will work towards the creation of a more peaceful and safer world. Once again, congratulations and my personal encouragement to keep up your efforts to fly the Malaysian flag high across the world. His Excellency Dato’ Sri Mohd Najib Prime Minister,Malaysia

Congratulations Limkokwing - first private university in Botswana It is with great pleasure that I congratulate the Limkokwing University of Creative Technology on the opening of its new campus in Gaborone, Botswana, the first private university to be set up in this prosperous and dynamic African country. The energetic expansionary activities of the University continue to bring global respect and recognition to Malaysia for the high standards of its education. In establishing Gaborone as a regional hub for education, the University will merge Asian, Western and African cultural diversity to contribute towards the creation of a new generation of African graduates with a global mindset. This is significant, because the development of human capital that is skilled, creative and knowledgeable remains the single most critical building block for progress. My warmest wishes to the University that it may achieve its aspirations for Africa. His Excellency Tun Abdullah Haji Ahmad Badawi Former Prime Minister,Malaysia

The greatest asset of any nation is its youth population. For herein lies the future. The greater the knowledge and the capability of the next generation, the brighter the future of the country. Developing the right human capital is, therefore, a priority within Botswana’s Vision 2016 aspirations of creating an innovative economy for the 21st century. The Limkokwing University of Creative Technology brings an exciting dimension to Botswana education where creativity and innovation will play primary roles to unlock the potential of our young people. It is our hope to transform Botswana into Africa’s innovation hub by tapping into the creativity of Batswana and our cultural heritage to develop the economy beyond the mining and tourism sectors which are today the primary engines of growth. The roadmap to achieving our aspirations includes a plan to transform Gaborone into an education hub that will attract African talents. I am very pleased that Limkokwing University that has been producing successful Batswana graduates for several years, is now here among us to provide the 21st century learning environment that will develop this corps of smart, creative and techno-savvy graduates. My warmest congratulations to Limkokwing University of Creative Technology, Botswana on the official opening of their new campus in Gaborone. His Excellency, Mr Festus G. Mogae Former President, Republic of Botswana

University will strengthen ties between Malaysia and Botswana The Limkokwing University of Creative Technology has established a distinct reputation in Malaysia. Not only for its offering of diverse and attractive programmes, but also, for its success in attracting many international students to study at its campus in Cyberjaya. Today, I am indeed pleased to note the official opening of Limkokwing University Botswana, true to this institution’s moniker of being ‘The Global University’. I am also greatly encouraged by this opening, as it represents a strong testimony to the quality of Malaysian higher education, and its growing acceptance abroad. The demands made of today’s human capital, particularly through the globalization of economies and communities require us to transform traditional modes of thinking. It is in this light that I hope Limkokwing University will impart its expertise in creativity and innovative thinking, to students at the Gaborone campus. It is my hope also that the relationships and collaborations resulting from this endeavour will also help strengthen ties between Botswana and Malaysia, in addition to providing a sound education for those attending the University. Congratulations to Limkokwing University Botswana on this very auspicious occasion. Thank you also to the people and Government of Botswana for welcoming this institution to their country. I wish all students and members of faculty well, in their pursuit and advancement of higher education. Hon. Dato’ Mustapa bin Mohamed Former Minister of Higher Education Malaysia

Strengthening Botswana’s education system by developing our creativity and innovation capabilities We live in an era of great possibilities. The world is accelerating at a rate that only our young people can provide the energy to keep up with the changes. How well we equip them is how well Botswana can participate in the transformation. We need education that is innovative in its approach and that can bring out the creativity of our young people so we can build an innovation hub that will bring students from all Africa and also beyond Africa. Moving forward is a lot about innovation and therefore tertiary institutions like Limkokwing University are important for Botswana to develop its education system. The Limkokwing University has been helping to build Botswana’s human capital through its Kuala Lumpur campus. We are very pleased that the University has made a bold move to join us in Gaborone as we strive to transform the city into an education hub for the region. Limkokwing has the global philosophy and a reputable track record to inspire our youths to reach beyond and excel. I am confident that its strong focus on innovation and creativity will be a key factor for us to draw students from Africa. My heartiest congratulations on the opening of Limkokwing in Botswana. Hon. Mr Jacob Nkate Minister of Education, Republic of Botswana