BITS Membership
Join Botswana's premier IT professional society. Choose the grade that matches your experience and start your journey with BITS.
Why Join BITS?
BITS membership opens doors to professional recognition, a powerful network and continuous development opportunities.
Professional Recognition
Use designatory letters (FBITS, MBITS, ABITS) after your name — recognised across industry and government.
Networking
Connect with IT professionals, government officials, academics, and industry leaders across Botswana.
CPD & Training
Access workshops, seminars, conferences and continuous professional development programmes.
Career Advancement
Gain a competitive edge with a professional credential that demonstrates your commitment to the field.
Individual Membership Grades
All grades are open to application except Fellow, which is awarded by invitation only.
| Grade | Designation | Requirements | Annual Fee | Admin Fee* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Member | SM | Active student in a relevant ICT field | BWP 50.00 | BWP 50.00 |
| Affiliate Member | — | Individuals with interest in supporting BITS' mission | BWP 100.00 | BWP 100.00 |
| Associate Member | ABITS | 3+ years relevant ICT experience | BWP 200.00 | BWP 100.00 |
| Ordinary Member | MBITS | 8+ years relevant ICT experience | BWP 300.00 | BWP 100.00 |
| Fellow | FBITS | 18+ years experience with significant industry contributions — by invitation | BWP 500.00 | BWP 100.00 |
* Administration fee applies to new applications only.
Corporate Membership
For organisations — both ICT and non-ICT — that want to invest in IT professionalism and connect with the BITS network.
| Grade | Description | Annual Fee | Admin Fee* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corporate Member | Business organisations, associations or institutions with interest in IT — covers both ICT and non-ICT staff | BWP 1,000.00 | BWP 250.00 |
| Institutional Affiliate | Professional bodies with reciprocal arrangements with BITS | By arrangement | — |
* Administration fee applies to new applications only.
Payment Information
Payments can be made by cash, cheque, bank deposit or EFT into the following account:
Please use your full name and membership application reference as the payment reference. Submit proof of payment with your application form.
Ready to Become a BITS Member?
Complete your application online and submit with your supporting documents and proof of payment.
Individual Application Corporate Application