Botswana Articles

Remembering Mother Catherine Spalding

We celebrate the life and legacy of Mother Catherine Spalding, foundress of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, a woman who devoted her life to serving others in the name of God. Mother Catherine’s story is one of courage, faith, and unwavering dedication to her mission. She was a pioneer in every sense of the word, forging new paths and breaking down barriers to serve those in need.

Water: Our Sacred Lifeline in a Changing World

Water, a vital resource for all living beings, is becoming more sacred than ever before. Water is a precious resource that we must conserve and manage sustainably.

Botswana and Kenya Tour

Sister Philomena Kottoor shares about her recent trip to Botswana and Kenya. She visited different ministry places, including the hospice and outreach programs, where she witnessed the dedication of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in caring for the poor and sick. She also met with Archbishops, Fathers, and Sisters of the dioceses and visited different villages and schools. In Kenya, she saw the opportunities for future expansion of the mission.

A Look Back at 2022

The last twelve months have been filled with much excitement as many operations and projects returned following a hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a look back at some of the accomplishments and occurrences of 2022.

Water: Our Sacred Lifeline in a Changing World
Water: Our Sacred Lifeline in a Changing World

Water, a vital resource for all living beings, is becoming more sacred than ever before. Water is a precious resource that we must conserve and manage sustainably.

Botswana  and Kenya Tour
Botswana and Kenya Tour

Sister Philomena Kottoor shares about her recent trip to Botswana and Kenya. She visited different ministry places, including the hospice and outreach programs, where she witnessed the dedication of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in caring for the poor and sick. She also met with Archbishops, Fathers, and Sisters of the dioceses and visited different villages and schools. In Kenya, she saw the opportunities for future expansion of the mission.

A Look Back at 2022
A Look Back at 2022

The last twelve months have been filled with much excitement as many operations and projects returned following a hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a look back at some of the accomplishments and occurrences of 2022.

My Botswana Experience

My Botswana Experience

"I am grateful to my God for the wonderful experiences I had." Sister Ankita shares the following about her experience...

Sister Ankita Arrives in Botswana

Sister Ankita Arrives in Botswana

Ankita Thomas, SCN, reached Botswana on October 15. She will visit our Sisters and have an experience of the mission...

Experiencing the Africa Mission

Experiencing the Africa Mission

I wish and pray that more of our Sisters will have these types of experiences, which are life-giving, memorable, and...

Project Aids Families in Botswana

Project Aids Families in Botswana

A project in Botswana is helping break the cycle of poverty for many families and providing access to clean water....

Golden Bells in Botswana

Golden Bells in Botswana

Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Botswana celebrated the Golden Jubilee of Ann Muthukattil, SCN, on June 9, the date...

Preschool graduations in Botswana

Preschool graduations in Botswana

2021 Graduation at St. Bakhita Preschool, Kanye and St. Mary’s Preschool, Lobatse Every year the month of December has...

Jubilee Celebration

Jubilee Celebration

In Botswana, members of the SCN family celebrated Sister Sunila Erumangallathu’s 40th Ruby Jubilee on Oct. 23, 2021....

Blessings upon supporters

Blessings upon supporters

Father Antony Rebello, SVD, (pictured above) a great friend of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth has been appointed...

Sisters leave for Kenya

Sisters leave for Kenya

Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Botswana accompanied Sister Vinaya Chalil and Sister Philomina Hembrom, the Kenyan...

New roles in Botswana

New roles in Botswana

On SCN Foundation Day, Sisters in Botswana gathered at Metsimotlhabe for multiple reasons. As they thanked God for the...

Botswana tribute to Tootsie

Botswana tribute to Tootsie

Sisters and Associates in Botswana pay tribute to Mary Virginia (Tootsie) Gish, SCNA The Sisters of Charity of...

Palm Sunday in Botswana

Palm Sunday in Botswana

In order to show their solidarity and oneness during this time on this Palm Sunday, the Catholics in Botswana tied...

Inauguration of St. Bakhita

Inauguration of St. Bakhita

In Kanye, Botswana, St. Bakhita Pre-school was officially blessed and inaugurated by Bishop Frank Nubuasah, SVD, the...