ILES — Institute for Labour and Employment Studies
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Botswana's first labour college · Est. 2016

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Annual Labour Conference 2026

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About ILES

A centre of excellence for labour and employment studies

The Institute for Labour and Employment Studies (ILES) provides products and services to trade unions, federations, and the private and public sector. As the first labour college in the country, ILES is building a centre of excellence for training and research on labour and employment — in Botswana and across the region.

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Established
2016
Accredited
BQA, 2017 (ETP)
Owned by
BOPEU
Distinction
First labour college in Botswana

What we offer

Programmes built for the world of work

Diploma in Labour Law

Diploma in Labour Law

An NCQF Level 6 qualification preparing mediators, arbitrators, negotiators and HR professionals over two years.

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Certificate in Paralegal Studies

Certificate in Paralegal Studies

A one-year NCQF Level 5 qualification grounding students in law, civil and criminal procedure and the role of the courts.

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Short Courses

Short Courses

Two-day professional courses across labour law, governance, dispute resolution, OHS and workplace skills.

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Beyond the classroom

Training, research and consulting

Training & Assessment

Training & Assessment

In-depth training on ILO conventions and the statutes of labour law and related fields, exclusive to ILES.

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Research

Research

ILES conducts research and consultancy for its stakeholders, providing the labour movement with the research support and tools it needs.

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Consulting

Consulting

Specialised consultancy on labour and employment matters, including private mediation and the chairing of disciplinary hearings.

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News & Events

Latest from ILES

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Annual Labour Conference 2026

Annual Labour Conference 2026

Mark your calendars for the 2026 Annual Labour Conference, taking place on 30 – 31 July 2026.

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ILES Labour Day Message — 2025

ILES Labour Day Message — 2025

The theme for May Day 2025 is "Workers’ Rights Are Human Rights" — recognising that the dignity, safety and well-being of workers are integral to the broader human-rights framework.

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CEO’s speech: Memorandum of Understanding between BPSC & ILES

CEO’s speech: Memorandum of Understanding between BPSC & ILES

CEO Mr S. Hlabano’s remarks at the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Botswana Public Service College and ILES.

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Governance

Guided by an experienced board

Our Board of Directors provides strategic oversight, ensuring ILES upholds its mandate, values and standards of accountability.

  • Dr. Daniel Tau

    Dr. Daniel Tau

    Board Chairperson

  • Ms. Galaletsang Dintsi

    Ms. Galaletsang Dintsi

    Board Member

  • Mr. Phologo Kaone Bogatsu

    Mr. Phologo Kaone Bogatsu

    Board Member

  • Mr. Moranodi Esi

    Mr. Moranodi Esi

    Board Member

  • Ms. Refilwe Madona Nasha

    Ms. Refilwe Madona Nasha

    Board Member

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Affiliations & partners

Working with the world of work

Botswana Public Employees Union (BOPEU)
International Labour Organization (ILO)
Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES)
Botswana Federation of Trade Unions (BFTU)
African Labour Researchers Network

Build your future in labour and employment studies

Applications are open for the January and July intakes. Apply online today, or get in touch to learn more about our programmes.

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