Debswana and the Botswana Development Corporation (BDC) on 21 April 2026 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalise their commitment to advancing organisational capabilities and broadening national economic diversification impact. The MoU was signed at the Debswana Corporate Centre by Debswana Chief Executive Officer, Andrew Motsomi, and BDC Managing...
Debswana recently joined the Ministry of Lands and Agriculture at a leadership forum focused on transforming Botswana’s land management and agriculture sector. Speaking on a panel about economic diversification, Socio-Economic Development Manager Patrick Mokwele emphasised agriculture’s critical role in the country’s future beyond diamonds. He highlighted Debswana’s commitment through its...
At the African Union Sports Council Region 5 Strategy Review Forum, Debswana’s Head of Sustainability & Social Impact, Rachel Mothibatsela, emphasised the need to reposition sport as a key economic driver in Africa. She highlighted its potential to create jobs, support livelihoods, and grow industries, noting the global sport sector’s...
Debswana Project Manager Themba Giddie has announced a major milestone under the Citizen Economic Empowerment Programme, with the successful local refurbishment of High-Pressure Grinding Rolls by a citizen-owned company the first of its kind in Botswana. Valued at BWP13 million, the project highlights growing local expertise in specialised mining services....
Debswana CFO Ian Modubule has announced the establishment of a new Business Development Department to support Botswana’s long-term economic diversification in line with Vision 2036. The department reflects a strategic shift to expand value beyond diamond mining and position Debswana as a partner in building a sustainable future. It will...
Jwaneng Mine recently hosted its first engagement with business partners at Albert Milton Hall. The session was led by the Jwaneng Mine General Manager, Mr. Goitseone Gadifele, who used the platform to share the new business strategy and its key areas of focus. Opening the engagement, the Senior Supply Chain...
Earlier today in Gaborone, Debswana Chief Financial Officer Mr. Ian Modubule resourced the Botswana Sustainability Week and shared insights through a presentation on “Life After Mining: Building Sustainable & Resilient Communities in Botswana’s Mining Towns”. Drawing from Debswana’s beyond diamond mining and economic diversification pathways, Mr. Modubule unpacked how Debswana...
Debswana Senior Human Resources Manager, Cultural Transformation, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, Ms. Kefilwe Mokone last week shared insights into diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging at the Banana Club Economic Inclusion Forum. Ms. Mokone was a keynote speaker and a panelist. In her keynote themed ‘Inclusion as Economic Strategy: Building...
The 18th edition of the Botswana Consumer Fair kicked off at Fairgrounds in Gaborone. The grand opening was graced by the Minister of Justice Correctional Services and Member of Parliament for Gaborone South, Honourable Nelson Ramaotwana, Business Botswana President Mr. Neo Nwako who was also the keynote speaker, Fairground Holdings...
Debswana and partners; Okavango Diamond Company, DTC Botswana and De Beers Global Sightholder Sales (DBGSS) are exhibiting at the 2025 Botswana Consumer Fair, from the 25th to 30th of August 2025. We are showcasing the diamond value chain, from Mine to Finger. Our doors are open, come in, interact with...
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