About the HRDC
The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) was established by the HRDC Act No 17 of 2013 which became effective on the 8th November, 2013. In a supervisory capacity and acting as Government’s advisor on human resource development, the HRDC provides a platform for the Public Sector, Private Sector and Civil Society to act in concert to drive the National Human Resource Development Strategy (NHRDS).
Specifically, HRDC coordinates efforts by all parties to study Botswana’s education and skills development mechanism, assesses its impact on national priorities, identifies barriers to effective delivery of the NHRDS and mutually agrees on targeted solutions that should be implemented in the short, medium and long term in alignment with the strategic intent (as pronounced in the NHRDS).
Our Services
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Work-Place Planning and Learning (WPL)
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Human Resource Development Fund (HRDF)
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Human Resource Development Planning (Skills Plans)
Work-Place Planning and Learning (WPL)
Work-Place Planning and Learning (WPL)
The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) has a responsibility to advice on the Management and Planning of Workplace Learning and reimbursement of employers through the Human Resource Development Fund.
Human Resource Development Fund (HRDF)
Human Resource Development Fund (HRDF)
The Human Resource Development Fund (HRDF) is a training fund that has been established for skills development in the country. It is operated through a levy grant system in which companies pay a training levy into the Fund. The levy payers (employers) train their citizen employees and are reimbursed for costs they incurred for training.
Human Resource Development Planning (Skills Plans)
Human Resource Development Planning (Skills Plans)
Workplace learning means structured skills training and development strategies that are provided at the workplace. These may include but not limited to; apprenticeship, learnership, traineeship and internship.
HRDC Mandate
HRDC Objectives:
- Provide policy advice on all matters of the National Human Resource Development
- Co-ordinate and promote the implementation of the National Human Resource Development Strategy.
- Prepare the National Human Resource Development Plans; and
- Plan and advice on tertiary education financing and workplace learning.
HRDC Engages AAHEFA Delegation in High-Level Exchange on Human Capital and Education Reform
Gaborone, 14th July 2025 - The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) hosted a high-level delegation from the Association of African Higher Education Financing Agencies (AAHEFA), marking a key moment in Botswana’s ongoing engagement with International Organ
HRDC CEO Outlines National Workforce Vision at Employee Africa Summit 2025
The Human Resource Development Council (HRDC) proudly participated at the 3rd Annual Employee Africa Summit 2025, held from 26th –27th June at Fairground Holdings, Gaborone, under the theme: “Empowering Workforce Resilience: Navigating Change and Innovation in Afr
Botswana’s Communication Strategy Validation Workshop – Key Insights
🗓 Date: June 3, 2025 📍 Venue: Palapye, Botswana
INTRODUCING THE BOTSWANA ROBOTICS & AUTOMATION SKILLS TRANSFER (BRAST) PROJECT
Embodied in Vision 2036 is Botswana's aspirations to be a knowledge-based economy by the year 2036. There is a consensus that innovation is important for economic growth and technological advancement.
STRENGTHENING TOURISM FOR A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE: INSIGHTS FROM HATAB 2025
Botswana’s Tourism Sector is transforming, with Government and industry leaders calling for innovation, collaboration, and skills development during the 40th Hospitality and Tourism Association of Botswana (HATAB) Annual Conference, held in Maun on the 24th and 25th Apri
BOTSWANA HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT SKILLS FAIR AND CAREER CLINICS 2025
The BHRDS is a premier event hosted annually by the HRDC in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education and several other stakeholders.
