Architects Association of Botswana

The Architects Association of Botswana (AAB) is the body representing Architects in Botswana.

It represents some 150 members across Botswana with the majority located in the major centres of Gaborone and Francistown.

Originally formed in 1989 it has the following aims:

• To promote Architecture
• To generate interest and assist within the public realm for the profession
• To maintain integrity and standards within the profession
• To encourage architectural education

In order to achieve these aims the Association runs a number of programmes including:

• Liaison with the Government, media and public regarding architectural matters
• Education links with universities, additionally Continuing Professional Development (CDP) courses are promoted for Architects in mid-career.
• The Association assists members with documentation and the monitoring of issues which affect the practice.
• Regular communication is maintained with members.

AAB is affiliated with the International Union of Architects (UIA) and the Commonwealth Association of Architects