Special Interest Groups & Chapters
BITS encourages members to form specialist communities based on shared ICT interests, industries and demographics.
About SIGs & Chapters
Based on members' areas of IT interest, BITS supports the formation of Specialist Interest Groups (SIGs) and User Interest Groups (UIGs) that serve as forums for the exchange of ideas on IT issues relevant to their members.
These groups complement the work of the Executive Council and standing committees by enabling deeper engagement within specific domains of ICT.
Women in ICT
The Women Chapter advocates for gender inclusion in the ICT sector — supporting, mentoring and connecting women in technology across Botswana.
Get Involved →Cybersecurity SIG
Focused on information security, digital resilience and cybersecurity policy, this SIG connects practitioners working to secure Botswana's digital infrastructure.
Get Involved →Youth Chapters
BITS Youth Chapters operate at universities and colleges, nurturing the next generation of ICT professionals through mentorship and career development.
Get Involved →School Clubs
BITS engages secondary school learners through technology clubs that spark interest in ICT careers at an early age.
Learn More →CIO Forum
A peer community for Chief Information Officers and senior technology leaders to engage on strategy, governance and innovation in Botswana.
Learn More →Start a New SIG
Any group of BITS members with a shared ICT interest can apply to the Council to form a new Specialist or User Interest Group.
Apply to Form a SIG →How to Form a SIG
Formation of any Interest Group requires an application accompanied by terms of reference, made to the Executive Council which shall recommend it to the AGM for approval (Article 6.4.7 of the BITS Constitution).
Contact the Secretary