The 2026 Jwaneng Netball Extravaganza, held from 27–29 March, showcased growing prestige and regional appeal, supported by Debswana. Teams from Botswana, Eswatini, and South Africa competed, highlighting strong international participation. Clubs and institutions such as BDF, Police, Prisons, and Jwaneng Netball Club displayed high levels of skill and sportsmanship. The...
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 Diamond Company has committed P16 million to sponsor the World Athletics Relays 2026, taking place in Gaborone from 2–3 May. The global event is expected to attract over 1,700 athletes and officials, thousands of visitors, and wide international media coverage. This partnership positions Debswana to showcase Botswana on the...
Orapa Athletics Club (OAC) recently hosted a Welcome ceremony for Lee Eppie, the Olympic silver medalist to formally commend him for the exceptional performance at the World Athletics Championships which were in Tokyo, Japan. During the Welcome ceremony that was attended by officials from OAC, Botswana Athletics Association (BAA), coaches,...
The Cresta Jwaneng Open Golf Tournament got off to a great start this afternoon at the Jwaneng Golf Course, marked by an official tee-off ceremony. Among those taking the first swings were His Worship the Mayor of Jwaneng, Ronica Ntsimako, Jwaneng Mine Assistant General Manager Thabani Moyo, Cresta Marakanelo Managing...
The Assistant General Manager of Debswana’s Orapa, Letlhakane, and Damtshaa Mines (OLDM), Mr. Ditiro Lentswe, has commended the Botswana Softball Masters Association (BOSMA) 2025 Orapa Challenge organizers for hosting a successful four-day tournament in Orapa from 28th to 31st May 2025. Delivering the keynote address at the awards ceremony Mr....
Jwaneng Bowling Club emerged victorious at the 2025 Botswana Bowling Nationals Tournament, lifting the prestigious Rhodes Trophy. The tournament was held in Gaborone from the 24th to the 31st of May and featured five competing clubs: Francistown, Gaborone, Orapa, Selebi-Phikwe, and Jwaneng. The competition included both men’s and women’s divisions,...
The Sarona Kalahari 1000 Race has come to a thrilling close in Jwaneng, leaving behind more than just tracks in the desert sand. Held from April 11–13, the event was a celebration of speed, endurance, and community spirit. As a proud host and key partner through the Jwaneng Mine, Debswana...
The Executive Head of Corporate Affairs, Ms. Rachel Mothibatsela, has urged the sporting fraternity in Botswana to commercialise by exploring revenue streams for the benefit of athletes and sports codes as this can help to improve performance, increase outreach and participation and attract support. Speaking at the 2025 Sport Pitso....
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