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“Think of Botswana like the theater. When you visit you are not just watching a play. It’s like you’re part of it.” (Winter, n.d.)

That is Botswana, a beautiful country, with rolling landscapes, majestic wildlife and a people driven by national pride and a vibrant culture that has stayed undiluted as times have changed.

Experience Botswana through the eyes of her people. They are warm, welcoming and patriotic. A visit to rural Botswana will display traditional ways of living, the age-old tradition of weaving baskets and the mainstay of most of Batswana, cattle rearing. See the community engage in their traditional song and dance while celebrating a culture that has endured changes in society and is still at the centre of the identity of its people. Be a part of Botswana’s steadily growing economy, which has blossomed since gaining independence in 1966. 51 years later it is Africa’s longest continuous democracy, Africa’s most transparent nation (Transparency International) and Africa’s most profitable nation (Baseline Profitability Index 2015). A nation that enjoys economic stability, quality education and access to free healthcare. Through the growth of Botswana’s companies and their increasing success both locally and regionally, Botswana has birthed an urban cosmopolitan society that has embraced other ways of thinking, welcomed people from far and wide, learnt new ways of doing things while staying true to her core cultural beliefs, her identity.

Enjoy Botswana’s wilderness, beautiful in all its natural splendor. Teeming with wildlife and a birdwatcher’s paradise, Botswana’s strong commitment to wildlife and environmental protection, management and conservation has resulted in excellent safari experiences. She continues to lead the way in conservation of the rhino and elephant populations. Experience Botswana in the world renowned Okavango Delta, Kgalagadi Desert, Chobe National Park and the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans, just some of the places where you can be one with this awe inspiring natural beauty that will give you lasting memories.

This is Botswana, a beautiful vibrant nation. Immerse yourself in her and be a part of the theatre.

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“It should now be our intention to try to retrieve what we can of our past.

We should write our own history books to prove that we did have a past, and that it was a past that was just as worth writing and learning about as any other.

We must do this for the simple reason that a nation without a past is a lost nation, and a people without a past is a people without a soul.�

Seretse Khama, first president of Botswana, speech at the University of Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland, 15 May 1970, as quoted in the Botswana Daily News, 19 May 1970.

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Mr. Edwin Jenamiso Batshu

Foreword by: Minister of Nationality, Immigration and Gender Affairs

Presenting the Foreword for ‘’Best of Botswana’’ Vol. 7 is truly an honour and an exciting opportunity for me. This volume of the publication comes at a very significant time in the journey of our country. Botswana has just marked its 50th anniversary of independence; an occasion that we celebrated not only with ceremonial grandeur, but with an immense sense of pride as well. And we have very good reason to be proud; the strides that our country has made over the last half-century, politically, socio-economically and otherwise, are well-documented.

Botswana now begins a new chapter in her remarkable journey of transformation and thrust into the bright future that was always envisioned by our forefathers. The country has just launched Vision 2036, the new roadmap for our progress over the next 20 years as a nation. The four (4) pillars of this vision are: Sustainable Economic Development, Human and Social Development, Sustainable

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Environment and Good Governance as well as Peace and Security. This blueprint is characterised by ambition, boldness and a hunger to propel Botswana and its people to an unprecedented level of socio-economic progression and success. I trust that all sectors of this economy will be inspired and spurred into action by this Vision, so that we make the next few decades just as outstanding as the last few have been.

The first year of this Vision has already gone by with a number of notable highlights. The diamond sector, which is the stronghold of our economy, is showing a recovery as consumer demand increases in the global markets. Overall, our economy has started showing signs of recovery post the 2015 recession; and we have a positive outlook going into the future. The Government has, over the past year, put in place a number of initiatives to enhance the ease of doing business in the country, for both locals and foreign investors.

“Botswana now begins a new chapter in her remarkable journey of transformation and thrust into the bright future that was always envisioned by our forefathers.”

I trust that these initiatives will start impacting positively on entrepreneurship development and foreign direct investment in the country. One of the highlights of Vision 2036 is for us to transform Botswana into a knowledge-based economy; and in this regard, the Government is committed to leading and encouraging investment in research, science, technology and innovation in the country. There are already a number of projects underway in these areas; and I encourage local and foreign investors alike to identify more opportunities to pursue in these areas.

I remain very optimistic about the opportunities for growth and prosperity that await Botswana and her people. There is certainly an emerging spirit of entrepreneurship in the country; and I am confident that this is what will unlock our potential as a country to diversify our economy and attain the aspirations of our Vision 2036.

In conclusion, I wish to congratulate the publishers of “Best of Botswana”, GVPedia Communications and their local publishing partner RedPepper PRC, on the 7th volume of ‘’Best of Botswana’’. The publication continues to showcase the very best that Botswana has to offer, and has now firmly positioned itself as a compelling promotional platform for our amazing country.

We have come a long way as a nation, and the best is yet to come. Pula!!!

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Thapelo Letsholo Africa Group Publisher

“BEST OF BOTSWANA” VOLUME 7 INTRODUCTION

I am once again honoured to present the 7th volume of ‘’Best of Botswana’’. I am proud to continue to be trusted with the custodianship of this publication, given the inherent responsibility that ‘’Best of Botswana’’ has, to package the story of Botswana and market it to the rest of the world. As a proud Motswana, there is no greater joy for me than to tell the amazing story of our beautiful nation to the world.

Botswana is truly a gem; and our story as a country shines brighter with every new volume of ‘’Best of Botswana’’ that we publish, thanks to the stories of success from the different sectors of our economy. The narrative of how we rose from the Protectorate era as a relatively unknown, insignificant territory under British rule, to an economic and political powerhouse that we are today, will never cease to be awe-inspiring. All credit goes to the foresight of our leaders past and present, and the people of Botswana for their resilience, self-belief, hard-work and an optimistic spirit.

When our national anthem, Fatshe Leno La Rona, was composed and adopted back in 1966, little was known about how the underlying message would endure for decades and generations, championing the spirit of self-reliance and progression that characterises the people of Botswana.

The Botswana that we see today, is a product of the vision and the grind of Batswana.

Botswana is a country that has been endowed with abundant mineral wealth and many of the developments we see today are a result of the prudent extraction and management of those resources for the benefit of Batswana. The private sector has also been a key partner in developing a diverse economy in Botswana. One cannot help but marvel at the transformation of the new Central Business District (CBD) in the capital city Gaborone, from a forest just less than 10 years ago, to a hub of activity filled with modern skyscrapers and their corporate occupants who relentlessly drive our economy. Our tourism industry also remains a key attraction and key contributor to our economy, thanks to the Okavango Delta and other natural endowments. We were very proud in 2014 when UNESCO listed the Delta as its 1,000th World Heritage Site, cementing the iconic status of the site in world tourism and environmental conservation.

When our investment promotion entity, Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC), hosted the 2017 Global Expo, we were honoured as Batswana to host Sir Richard Branson on our shores, who spoke passionately about Botswana’s economic potential and how it can be unleashed. This is a clear indication that Botswana is receiving international recognition for carrying great potential and to continue to be a shining example of good governance, political stability and socio-economic progression in Africa and globally.

On that note, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the government of Botswana and the organisations featured in this volume of ‘’Best of Botswana’’, for their continued commitment to making Botswana shine.

I also thank you for your continued support of this publication.

Thapelo Letsholo

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Economy

Botswana has an open upper-middle income economy with no exchange controls. Exports represent a large proportion of GDP and it is a member of the Southern African Development Community, Southern African Customs Union, African Development Bank, the African Union, the International Monetary Fund, World Bank and the United Nations. After enjoying Africa’s longest boom, Botswana has attained a good standard of living.

BOTSWANA AT A GLANCE About Botswana A cosmopolitan, peaceful and beautiful country, Botswana is a perfect place to live and work. Its stability and economic growth have made it an ideal destination for visitors and investors, eager to immerse themselves in the welcoming culture and numerous available opportunities. Botswana boasts one of Africa’s most consistently high growth rates - using revenue from mining to diversify the economy, supported by major infrastructure investment and a strong financial services sector. Its abundant wildlife and magnificent scenery have ignited a thriving tourism industry.

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Industries

Thanks to massive investment in public works, Botswana has a growing industrial and engineering sector – key areas being water and aviation. Key non-mining exports include fruit juices, maize meal, cooking utensils, bottled water, motorboats, animal medication, pasta, cosmetics, chemical products, tobacco flavouring extracts and electric cables. Traditionally, local industry has been dominated by textiles, beverages, chemicals, metals, plastics, brick and tile manufacturers, milling, concrete and electrical products.

Banking

With a stable and sound banking sector, Botswana’s banks are competitive and growing rapidly. There are nine commercial banks: Barclays Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, Stanbic Bank, First National Bank, Bank of Gaborone, Bank of Baroda, Capital Bank, Bank of India and State Bank of India.

The three statutory banks are: the National Development Bank, Botswana Savings Bank and Botswana Building Society. The Central Bank is the Bank of Botswana. In 2013, banks improved service delivery, electronic banking offerings and internet-based services.

Geography

Botswana is centrally located in Southern Africa, sharing borders with Zambia, Namibia, Zimbabwe and South Africa.

The climate is semi-arid to arid with daily maximum temperatures averaging 33°C - 40°C in summer (September to April), and 22°C - 30°C in winter (May to August). The average minimum temperature is about 19°C in summer and 5°C in winter.

Infrastructure

The development of primary and secondary infrastructure has been a public spending priority for decades, with a minimum of 30% of national budget allocated to new public works, the completion of projects and maintenance.

The strategy is centred on the National Development Plan, a multi-year blueprint identifying national societal and economic needs and matching them with planned sector-wide infrastructure targets. This has resulted in the development of world-class public assets such as: roads and highways; premier healthcare facilities; self-sufficient water and electricity; an admirable ICT backbone; as well as quality public education institutions.

POPULATION

Botswana comprises approximately 34 different ethnic groups, with eight of these defined as the major tribes and headed by paramount chiefs. In addition to the original San, migrants arriving from the north and south led to a rich diversity of citizens and other residents. The guiding principle of botho (Ubuntu/ humanity) has united the nation.

Lifestyle

A cosmopolitan and peaceful country, Botswana has earned a reputation as the diamond of Africa; a safe environment to live, work and play. Stability and good governance, coupled with healthy economic growth and distribution, has made Botswana one of Africa’s most desirable living addresses. Many come to experience the serene beauty of one of Africa’s few middle-income countries. Investment into sports, recreation and entertainment has added to the Botswana experience, while founding values have kept crime and corruption at globally low levels.

Capital city Gaborone Area 581,730km² Government Multi-party democracy since Independence (1966) Population 2,310,967 (UN 2016 estimate) GDP US$14.8-billion (2015) Inflation 3.1% (2015) Official languages English (Setswana spoken by 90% of population) Religion Secular (Christianity, Muslim, Hindu, Judaism) Currency Pula (BWP) Country dialling code +267 Internet domain .bw

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Top Ten Travel Must Do’s: BOTSWANA’S BUCKET LIST From its breath-taking landscapes to its fascinating history and exciting capital city of Gaborone, here are only a few unrivalled and enriching experiences that should not be missed when you visit Botswana.

Mokoro Ride in the Okavango Delta

A Mokoro ride in the Delta is an absolute must and is one of the most iconic and unique activities offered in Botswana; even if it at first it seems terrifying.

The Mokoro is a common type of canoe used to circumvent the shallow waters of the Okavango Delta. Steered by an oarsman who stands in the stern of the Mokoro and propels it with a pole. Traditionally Mokoros are made from dugout trunks of large straight trees, such as the Ebony, and Kigelia, but today, for conservation reasons they are more commonly made from fiber-glass. All guides have learned to handle a Mokoro from a very young age, even as young as seven, making them expert polers, which is a careful balancing act – the simplest sudden turn or twist could land the passengers in the water.

This vessel allows you to experience the delta in stealth and tranquility, allowing you to get up close to birds and other animals. The biggest danger comes not from crocodiles or falling in, but hippos. When water levels are high enough, usually between April and August, Xigera Camp is a mokoro paradise; it is a place to relax and soak in the sensations of a marshy ecosystem that presents an aquatic perspective on Botswana’s safari splendor.

Region: Northern Botswana Wild file: Lions, leopards, and cheetahs prowl the region, but researchers come from around the world to study this habitat’s large population of threatened African wild dogs (Lycaon pictus).

Take flight over the Okavango Delta and Soar

Few safari sights can rival that of the world’s largest inland delta, a sprawling spectacle of papyrus-and palm-framed permanent marshlands with seasonally flooded plains, iconic of Botswana. Flying over the mirror like alluvial fan of this endorheic delta offers a first glimpse of this unique wetland system’s remarkable reach and is a sight like no other on earth.

When the summer rains swell the Okavango (November to early April), waters flow from the Angolan highlands into northwestern Botswana before spilling into the delta; this seasonal deluge triggers floodwaters that hydrate the Kalahari sands. The delta’s expanse (more than 7,000 square miles) stretches from swamplands to riverine forests, savanna, open plains, and sandstone outcrops.

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Exploration options abound: from game drives, nature walks, mokoro (dugout canoe) rides, boat cruises, hot-air-balloon rides, and small plane flights each offer abundant photo ops that could feature nearly every creature around, from elephants, zebras, giraffes, red lechwe, and lions to more than 400 species of birds.

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The Okavango Delta may need no introduction, but its headlands need protection. In 2015, National Geographic launched the Okavango Wilderness Project, a journey of discovery to document the entire length of the river system.

One aim of the project is to study the catchment area in the Angolan highlands, where endangered woodlands initiate the water flow that fuels the river and eventually forms the Jewel of the Kalahari.

Region: Northwestern Botswana Fun fact: In 2014, UNESCO inscribed the Okavango Delta as the 1,000th World Heritage site, describing it as an “Exceptional example of the interaction between climatic, hydrological, and biological processes.�

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Camping on sacred Lekhubu Island

Have you ever dreamed of sleeping under a starry African sky?

Few sites can rival Lekhubu Island, a bouldered jumble that rises in the opalescent void of Sowa Pan. Lekhubu Island, also known as Kubu Island, and is a must see historical site in the Makgadikgadi Pans, with its Island granite rock surface stained white with fossilized bird droppings and riddled with other prehistoric artifacts and stone ruins. The entire island is a national monument and is one of the most amazing and stunningly beautiful places on earth and in addition is historically interesting.

Visible from miles away, rising no more than 20m above the Sowa Pan. With its fossil beaches, stunted baobab trees and mysterious stone walls, leaves an unforgettable impression upon all who visit its water-worn shores. An island in name only, Lekhubu was formerly lapped by waters from one of Africa’s largest inland lakes that began to drain millennia ago, leaving behind a desiccated sea of sand.

Kubu is a Setswana name for hippopotamus; while Lekhubu means a “rock outcrop.” Ruins, including stone cairns and a rock wall, are believed to have been sites of ritual for ancient cultures. In recent history, local people have preserved parts of the island as shrines for making prayers and offerings.

During the dry months between April and October, selfcatering campsites at Lekhubu make for dreamy nights under a cosmic swirl of Southern Hemisphere constellations.

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Marvel at the ancient Baobabs in Nxai Pan National Park

“That giant upturned carrot” is how explorer Dr. David Livingstone is said to have described the baobab, an immense tree with a titanic trunk evolutionarily suited to store water in harsh environments.

A particularly large and old baobab served as a landmark for Livingstone during his 19th-century crossing of the salt pans of present-day northeastern Botswana. Tree-minded travelers make a beeline for the Baines’ Baobabs, a cluster of seven ancient arbors in Nxai Pan National Park. Named for pioneering 19th-century explorer Thomas Baines, who from 1861 to 1863 undertook a trek from Namibia to Victoria Falls, these tremendous trees stand near Kudiakam Pan, a topographical depression of caked mud, dry salts, and grass.

Baobabs can thrive for thousands of years, so these “upside-down trees” have likely been landmarks for generations and stand today much as they did when Baines found them in 1862. Kudiakam is among the larger salt flats, separated by sandy desert, that dot this protected area, an extension of Makgadikgadi Pans National Park. Safari outfitters organize overnights to the park; self-catering campers can book sites through the Department of Wildlife and National Parks.

Region: Central Botswana Wild file: Desolate and dry for most of the year, the ephemeral lake beds of Nxai Pan National Park come alive when summer rains (November to early April) attract large seasonal zebra herds, as well as giraffes, jackals, impalas, lions, and a riot of bird species.

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Flock to Makgadikgadi Pans National Park

This pan with an area of 3 900 kms is one of the largest salt flats in the world and home to one of only two breeding populations of Greater Flamingos in Southern Africa.

Millennia ago, ancient Lake Makgadikgadi covered an immense stretch of what is now the Kalahari Desert. The Okavango, Zambezi, and Chobe Rivers fed this ancient lake, and this expansive basin swelled and overflowed, influencing a vast network of waterways before drying out to form one of the world’s largest salt flats. Today, this ephemeral lake is one of southern Africa’s most essential breeding sites for Greater and Lesser flamingos - and not just a blush of pink, but vast spectacular flocks of flamingos that are drawn to the wetland ecosystem when the waters rise high enough for them to feed on the newly hatched shrimps and crustaceans.

The best time to visit is around the summer months (November to early April), when the rains turn the desiccated pans into powder-blue mirrors reflecting the sky above. The dry season (late April to October) reveals the pan’s post-apocalyptic cinematic virtues: dusty, snow-white flatlands that crackle underfoot and make for irresistible runways for quad-bike (ATV) excursions.

Region: Central Northern Botswana Wild file: Flamingos are not the area’s only avian assets. During the rainy season (November to early April) storks, cranes, herons, egrets, pelicans, cormorants, and grebes, among other birds, flock to the pan too.

Rock Art in Tsodilo Hills

Tsodilo Hills is a rare and unique place with an atmosphere of intrigue and mystery.

For thousands of years the San people of the Kalahari have inhabited the foreboding terrain of the Tsodilo Hills, copper-colored quartzite rock shelters and caves in northwestern Botswana near the Namibian border. While the region’s archaeological 34 record gives evidence of 100,000 years of human activity, the area’s biggest draw

are some 4,500 rock paintings at over 500 individual sites that help tell the story of civilizations from the Stone Age through the 19th century.

Considered one of the world’s most significant concentrations of rock art, this UNESCO World Heritage site sheds light on how local huntergatherers (including the San and their ancestors) interact with their environment over time. Images of rhinos in red pigment abound, along with paintings of cows and a mysterious birdlike figure that resembles a penguin. Tsodilo is a sacred place to local communities who believe the hills are a resting place for ancestral spirits.

Region: Northwestern Botswana Travel tip: Visiting with a knowledgeable guide is essential. Book with a tour operator or stop off at the Tsodilo Visitor’s Center where local San villagers work as guides, as part of the Tsodilo Community Trust, with expertise in the area’s cultural history, archaeology, and lore.

Weave, learn and procure traditional baskets near Maun

Over centuries the women of the Bayei and Hambukushu tribes from northwestern Botswana have perfected their artistry in weaving strands from the Mokola Palm into intricate, useful and durable baskets and lidded bowls.

These functional artifacts with patterns of hypnotic swirls, radiant starbursts, lighting bolts, zig zags and fractural flowers bring a modern twist to this traditional craft that are used to store seeds, winnow grains and hold sorghum beer. Even though plastic has replaced Palm in many homes, expert artisans prove that this household craft can be deemed as high art.

Master weaver Thitaku Kushonya offers hands-on workshops at Botswana Quality Baskets from her studio near Maun. Under her guidance, students can learn how to prepare the cream-colored palm

fibers, dyeing them in brown hues and then weaving the bundles into bowls using the coil method. Design motifs are then applied by threading strips of dyed grass in strategic spots; the most celebrated designs are known by colorful names such as “tears of the giraffe,” “knees of the tortoise,” “running ostrich,” and “urine trail of the bull.”

Completing a masterpiece can take more than a month of dedicated toil, so travelers can complete their basket’s transformation once home.

Region: Northern Botswana

Help save the Rhinos in the Okavango Delta

Botswana was carefully selected for its extremely low poaching rates, thanks in part to its “no tolerance” policy when encountering potential threats.

Two decades ago, black rhinos were considered locally extinct in Botswana, with white rhinos being critically endangered and the

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world populations of both dwindling due to the high rise of poaching, however much has changed since then thanks to the Botswana Rhino Reintroduction Project, which has reintroduced rhinos to the Okavango Delta and continues to support anti-poaching measures.

While rhinos roam the Kalahari Desert, the best place to see one in the wild is at Moremi Game Reserve, where many have been resettled. Named for a Batawana tribal chief, Moremi is a protected area of permanently flooded pans, dry plains, and acacia forests.

Spotting a rhino is never a certainty, but thanks to the work of the Wilderness Wildlife Trust and Great Plains Foundation’s Rhinos Without Borders program, populations of this endangered species are steadily growing.

The Okavango Delta has proven to be a successful rhino relocation habitat and Botswana has a strong security and monitoring framework in place, with the country’s military helping to protect the endangered species and securing the ongoing survival of Africa’s dwindling rhino populations for future generations to enjoy.

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Region: Northern and central Botswana Activity tip: The Khama Rhino Sanctuary near Serowe is a spectacular reserve dedicated to protecting rhino populations from poachers.

Prepare for rhino sightings in abundance, along with water-hole congregations of wildebeests, impalas, jackals, and giraffes.

Visit the Elephants in Chobe National Park

The most remarkable feature of the Chobe National Park is its huge concentration of Elephants. This Park supports the largest surviving Elephant populations in the world, currently estimated to exceed 120,000.

Marshy in the green season (November to early April) and grassy in the dry season (mid-April to October), the floodplains around the Chobe river famously support the highest concentration of elephants on the African continent.

Relaxed and leisurely river cruises offer a somewhat more laid back perspective of elephants congregating to drink and bathe. One of the park’s most wildlife-rich

regions is the Savute Channel, home to toothy hippos and crocodiles and, on drier land, hungry predators: lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. Elephants, zebras, and antelopes, among other animals, migrate by season, so populations come and go and is a true haven for wildlife.

Adventurous safari-goers with a trustworthy guide can test their courage on a walking safari; and get up close and personal in this untouched wilderness.

Region: Northern Botswana Travel tip: Winter months between July and October are good for game viewing because ephemeral pans dry out, and wildlife is drawn to permanent water holes. Rains settle in by late November.

Spend a morning with

Meerkats at Jacks Camp

Jack’s Camp is a luxury African safari camp where you can see a mini migration of zebras and wildebeests and can visit a meerkat colony in the Makgadikgadi Pans.

While sightings of many Kalahari creatures depend on the seasons, luck, and local expertise, one animal encounter is all but certain at Jack’s Camp: a charismatic welcome committee of habituated (but still wild) meerkats.

These devilishly cute, clever, and clannish mongooses are among the iconic fauna of southern Africa. Standing upright on their rear legs, monitoring their arid landscape for hungry raptors or delicious dinners (feasting on lizards, insects, birds, and fruit), these ever alert meerkat gangs are the very picture of community.

Get your camera ready to capture these squirrel-size cuties at retro-romantic Jack’s Camp, a Kalahari oasis styled after a 1940s East African safari enclave.

Celebrated for its elegance (Persian rugs, four-poster beds and high tea), the camp is respected for the erudition of its guides, who partner with San villagers to interpret and share the dazzling desert region on morning walks with you.

Depending on the season, safari-goers can observe plumes of pink flamingos, aardvarks and brown hyenas, massive herds of zebra and wildebeest, and pods of prey munching grass while keeping a watchful eye on predators on the fossilized crust of a super-lake that evaporated thousands of years ago.

Region: North-central Botswana Ultimate escape: One of the best ways to experience the vast, arid, and starkly beautiful Makgadikgadi is by quad bike (ATV). Power across the pan to explore end-of-the-world vistas blurry with radiant heat, rich in ancient archaeological sites, and offering the occasional animal encounter. Leave your cell phone in your canvas tent and tune in to the profound silence of this forever unplugged ecosystem.

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Culture and Traditions | Arts and Crafts Most people believe that Botswana’s contemporary art scene is restricted to baskets and pottery. While it is true that these two traditional craft forms are prevalent and certainly do dominate sales in Botswana, it is also worthwhile noting that there are extremely talented painters and sculptors in the country creating dynamic artworks, while taking inspiration from their heritage and culture establishing a style of their own.

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When it comes to the diversity of art expression that can be found in Botswana today, it is interesting to appreciate that the original forms of arts and crafts originated from a basic need for utilisation and functionality; as is evident in the baskets and pottery produced and now undertaken into modern art forms today, all the while helping ensure these talented artists enjoy the productivity and success that this sector can bring to their lives and the economy as a whole.

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Pottery

In the past clay pots were used as an integral part of daily life, used for storing water, traditional beer, and utilized in everyday cooking.

Traditionally, the women within the community were responsible for collecting and moulding the clay into various shapes and sizes for a variety of needs; with the most sought-after clays being kaolin-based and that produce red and brown colours.

Once the form of the pot has been shaped, decorative patterns are then added using natural oxides. Today, pots are produced mainly in the south and east of the country, where the best clay soils can be found.

Pottery has been utilised for generations, therefore making the step to crafting them as a commercial enterprise for resale a simple one, with many commercial pottery centres being found in Thamaga, Molepolole, Kanye and Gaborone.

Wooden Crafts

Wooden crafts are produced throughout Africa; including Botswana, where the Hambukushu and Basubiya people have been found to be the most renowned as artists.

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Products from everyday essentials, to comfort and entertainment are created in this form, such as kitchen utensils, chairs, drums, thumb pianos and knives which are commonly sold along the roadsides or in the craft co-operatives that are found in most villages and towns.

While the Hambukushu people in northern Botswana are better known for their more artistic carvings, particularly of animals, and for the simple yet distorted style of their human figurines.

The craft centres and shops in Gaborone, Ghanzi, Gumare, Serowe, Maun, Francistown and Kasane showcase and sell a variety of these wooden arts and crafts forms to utilise or to take home as a souvenir.

Traditional Baskets of Botswana

Undoubtedly the most renowned and most useful of all the craft products of Botswana is the basket. As an integral part of the Botswana agricultural culture, baskets have been made and used traditionally for thousands of years.

Various basket designs which have been passed down from generation to generation are associated with the nation›s traditional lifestyle. The construction of these baskets being slow and intricate work; where a large basket can take up to two weeks to complete.

Botswana is synonymous with the subcontinent’s most intricate and beautifully woven baskets, made mostly by the Bayei and Hambukushu women from the north-western regions of the Okavango Delta. These woven artifacts have, for years been an essential component of village life for these people.

Traditionally, closed baskets with lids are used as storage containers for a variety of grains and seeds, as well as sorghum beer (boljalwa); with the tray-type and bowl baskets which are carried by women on their heads, being used for manyand more general purposes.

All baskets are made from the leaf fibre of the young real fan palm (Hyphaene petersiana) or mokolwane in Setswana, which is stripped into strings before weaving by the master Weavers. Nearly all baskets have a pattern of some type woven into the bodywork and in order to obtain coloured fibres for this decorative purpose, the palm strands are pounded and then soaked in a boiling solution of natural dyes taken from the bark and roots of various plants.

Reds are extracted from the bird plum (Berchemia discolor), browns from the magic guarri (Euclea divinorum), purples from the indigo dye plant (Indigofera tinctoria and arrecta) and yellows from the red star apple (Diospyros lyciodes).

The traditional designs on these baskets consisted of a few patterns that portrayed the natural world and were produced using few colours. They go by such poetic names such as ‘Flight of the Swallows’, ‘Urine Trail of the Bull’, ‘Tears of the Giraffe’, ‘Knees of the Tortoise’ and ‘Forehead of the Zebra’.

Traditional handwoven baskets

Every August, The National Museum and Art Gallery hosts the national basket show, showcasing the handiwork of crafters as well as tapestries and pottery.

Watching the process of basket making is fascinating – it involves hand weaving palm leaves that are stripped into strings. The bodywork of these baskets is designed to portray elements of nature and is augmented and are organically dyed using natural dyes.

Botswana’s National Museum is situated in Gaborone, and is the place to visit if the cultural and natural history of the country piques your interest. The museum serves as an effective showcase of the diversity of life in Botswana as well as the talent of local artists.

The museum displays an array of traditional arts, craftwork and paintings.

There are also a number of smaller museums that are worth experiencing.

These include the Phuthadikobo and Kgosi Sechele I Museums.

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While these designs are still used in the rural areas, most baskets are now produced for the commercial market – now found in a number of new shapes, sizes and colours – featuring modern patterns that have now been developed and introduced and taking this craft to the next level of artistic design.

Basketware, sold mostly through co-operatives, has become an important source of supplementary income for many rural families, and for the very best baskets, you can stop off in the villages of Nxamaseri, Sepopa, Etsha 13 and Etsha 6.

Bushmen Art

The earliest artists were undeniably the Bushman/San people; masters of rock painting and supreme crafters; using the natural resources of their surrounds such as wood, leather, feathers and ostrich shells.

Not only are their crafts extremely functional and necessary for survival, but they have their own style of adorning these useful crafts; such as creating beads from Ostrich shells, using feathers and wood.

Today, commercial products - based on the traditional forms of their bows and arrows used for hunting, their loin cloths, leather bags and beaded necklaces - can be bought in most co-operative outlets found throughout Botswana.

Bushmen artists have also more recently begun to achieve success with their very distinctive style of painting. Bright and full of human and animal images, the pieces mostly depict the deep connections their lifestyles have to nature.

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To view the rock art paintings of these first artists, one can visit Tsodilo Hills, a rare and unique place with an atmosphere of intrigue and mystery. The word Tsodilo is derived from the Hambukushu word ‘sorile’ which means sheer, and is believed to be the site of the first Creation by the Bushmen who painted more than 3 500 rock paintings against the magnificent stone faces of the hills and that are still there today.

And If you find yourself travelling the Trans-Kalahari Highway to Maun, be sure to stop off in the tiny village of D’Kar (about 30 kilometres outside Ghanzi), as the craft gallery there usually has some amazing works on offer.

The Botswana National Museum

This multi-disciplinary institution acts as the custodian of Botswana’s cultural and natural heritage.

Also known as the National Museum and Art Gallery, it is located in the Botswana capital of Gaborone and includes the National Art Gallery and Octagon Gallery, as well as - since November 2007 the National Botanical Gardens. It displays traditional Botswana crafts and paintings and aims to promote and celebrate the work of local artists.

The museum is also involved with the preservation of Tsodilo, the country’s first world heritage area, among other efforts and is the caretaker of Tsholofelo Park; the burial place of the “negro of Banyoles,” also known as “El Negro” in Botswana, following the body’s return from the Darder Museum of Banyoles, in Spain.

The museum was established in 1967 via an Act of Parliament and officially opened to the public in 1968. The museum celebrated a year-long 40th anniversary in 2008 under the banner of «Museum as Agents of Social Change and Development», mirroring that used by the International Council of Museums. The assets under their care include the National Art Gallery, the Octagon Gallery, the National Library, the Botswana National Museum and 78 national monuments spread across the country. The museum also has various mobile outreach programmes, which aim to ‘take the museum to the public’, as well as a weekly radio programme that ‘tells of the oral traditions of the people of Botswana’; ensuring that the culture and heritage of this country is showcased to visitors and maintained for future generations to come.

The art galleries host exhibitions by some of Africa’s finest contemporary artists, with the various museum galleries and archives having extensive natural and historical collections. The museum’s main campus is situated in Gaborone, near the Main Mall and is opposite the Catholic cathedral, and is a definite must see - where all of Botswana’s arts, crafts, culture and heritage can be experienced and appreciated.

www.botswana.co.za www.wikipedia.org

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The BAHURUTSHE Cultural Village We invite you to experience the spirit of the Batswana We invite you to experience the spirit of the Batswana culture in a unique cultural place, the Kgotla.

Bahurutshe Cultural Lodge is a traditional village located in Mmankgodi and is 35km from the capital city of Botswana Gaborone, in the South of Mmankgodi Village in the heart of the hills of Mmankgodi and well known for their beauty and concentration of rocky and forest lands - The Bahurutshe Cultural Village celebrates the Bahurutshe tribe’s culture.

It is a place where you can enjoy a traditional Tswana experience. Bahurutshe Cultural Lodge awaits those willing to participate in the adventures that reveal the cultures of the Batswana people.

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Situated about 5km east of the Botswelelo Centre, and 2km off the Gaborone–Kanye road, offering an innovative cultural village, chalet complex and camping grounds (camping/chalets P100/450) with comfortable chalets that are designed to resemble the African-hut, with cool stone floors, mud walls and rustic-smelling thatch.

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Visitors can effortlessly infiltrate and experience the traditional elements of Botswana music, dance and cuisine. You can become acquainted with the customs of deciding whether you are welcomed to enter their village or not, the process of making local beer, learn about the local wedding customs, learn about the baboon dance and a lot more.

This delightful diversion is a recreated Hurutshe village offering accommodation, arts, crafts and dancing, as well as Sunday brunches with local cuisine. Educational and cultural tours for schoolchildren are frequently conducted.

A traditional day’s experience includes: Cultural Activities; Traditional Dancing; Tswana Food Tasting; Story Telling; Visiting Dr David Livingstone Memorial; Traditional Dancing; Traditional Food Tasting and Bush Braais.

The only downside of the village is that all members are integrated within todays Botswana modern society and this is more a job for them than a lifestyle, but of significant importance in continuing and sharing these traditions and customs with future generations and the world.

Tel: +267 72-928-625 www.botswanatourism.co.bw www.bahurutshelodge.com

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TRADITIONAL FOOD of Botswana Did you know that Watermelons are believed to have originated in Botswana?

Believed to have originated in the Kalahari region (Botswana, Namibia and South Africa) or northeastern Africa, with the fruit first being cultivated in Egypt more than 5,000 years ago. From there it was introduced to the Mediterranean and then brought to India, probably in prehistoric times, but did not reach China until the eleventh century AD. The cuisine of Botswana is unique and in some case out of the ordinary, but also shares some characteristics with other cuisines found in Southern Africa.

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Staple Foods

The markets of Botswana are filled with a large variety of foods, some are grown locally using irrigation and some are imported from neighbouring countries. With a large quantity of high-quality beef being raised locally, with Lamb, mutton, chicken and other meats also being plentiful, many braais (barbeques) are enjoyed. Beef is however the most popular meat, followed by goat meat. River fish also play a part of the local cuisine.

Botswana’s traditional local dishes use sorghum or maize (prepared as a porridge (bogobe) or pap) as their basis and are the main crops grown in Botswana. This staple is accompanied by servings of meat such as seswaa (a salted stewed beef) or vegetable sauces such as wild spinach or pumpkin.

Where wheat, rice and other kinds of cereals not grown locally are imported.

Many vegetables are also cultivated such as spinach, carrots, cabbage, onions, potatoes, tomatoes, sweet potatoes and lettuce. There are some vegetables that grow in the wild that are available seasonally including thepe and Delele (okra), with dried bean leaves being a popular Setswana food.

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Many different kinds of beans are also grown, including cow peas, ditloo, and letlhodi, with peanuts (groundnuts) also being produced.

A variety of fruits are locally available, including the marula, with watermelons being plentiful when in season. Another kind of melon, called the lerotse or lekatane, is also grown here. Most notably there are certain varieties of wild melon that are found in the sandy desert regions which are an essential food and water source for the people and animals who live in those areas. With an abundance of fruit and vegetables, however seasonal – they are often dried or salted for preservation, with many different ways of cooking the dried vegetables having been adapted.

Popular Dishes

Seswaa is the national dish of Botswana, and is a perfect example of unique Botswana Cuisine. If there is one dish that you are almost always guaranteed to find at most special occasions, big events such as weddings and even served during Botswana’s Independence Day celebrations, it would be Seswaa.

A simple meat stew served over thick polenta or “Bogobe” (also called, “Slap-Pap”) – a thick and stiff cornmeal porridge. The meat is boiled with onions and (optional) peppers, until falling-apart tender.

That’s all there is to it. In fact, adding anything more would be frowned upon by any Botswana resident.

Usually prepared by men, it is cooked in a threelegged iron pot over an open wood fire, simmered until soft, with only salt and water.

Conventionally grown chicken (free-range) is judged to be better-flavoured than commercially grown chickens, and by cooking a traditionally grown chicken for a guest, a host shows their guest special

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hospitality. Cooking chicken in a three-legged iron pot over an open fire is also believed to produce its best flavour.

Porridge (bogobe) is made by putting sorghum, maize or millet flour into boiling water, stirring it into a soft paste, and then cooking it slowly. Sometimes the sorghum or maize is fermented, and milk and sugar are added. This dish is called ting. Without the milk and sugar, ting is sometimes eaten with meat or vegetables as lunch or dinner and as a savory meal. Another way of making bogobe is to add sour milk and a cooking melon (lerotse); this dish is called tophi by the Kalanga tribe.

Bread flour is not part of the basic diet here, however it has been imported for some years now, resulting in various bread recipes that have now become part of the national food staple. The most common are dumplings (matlebekwane), flat cakes (diphaphatha), fat cakes (magwinya) and vetkoek (a pastry that is cooked in oil and can be served with jam or filled with savory mince). For these, the flour is made into dough which is cooked in different ways such as boiling with meat, cooking in hot oil or in hot coals.

Morogo is a group of African spinach that includes Lerotho, Thepe, Lephutsi, Delele, Nawa, etc. The leaves of these plants are edible and delicious.

Ditloo, are legumes that are a great source of nutrition for most African nations and have been eaten for years. They are also considered part of the bean family and can be enjoyed as main meals or as tasty snacks and appetisers.

Mogodu/serobe are the intestines and selected internal parts of a goat, sheep or cow which are cleaned and cooked (together with the trotters, in the case of sheep or goat). They are then chopped up into small pieces and cooked until soft.

Tubers and Worms

Popular and unique foods in remote areas include the morama bean, which is a huge underground tuber and is an edible fungus.

Tylosema esculentum (morama) is a highly valued traditional food and source of medicine for the San and other indigenous populations that inhabit the arid to semi-arid parts of Southern Africa.

Morama beans are a rich source of phenolic acids, flavonoids, certain fatty acids, non-essential amino acids, certain phytosterols, tannins and minerals.

The plant’s tuber contains griffonilide, behenic acid and starch. Concoctions of extracts from the morama bean, tuber and other local plants are frequently used to treat diarrhoea and digestive disorders.

Mopane worms, large, low-fat, protein-rich grubs - a grub that looks a bit like a caterpillar, is cooked in hot ashes, boiled, or dried and fried and is one of the most commonly consumed worms in Africa.

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These worms are a staple part of the diet in rural areas and are considered a delicacy in the cities.

They can be eaten dry, as crunchy as potato chips, or cooked and drenched in sauce. It is called a mopane worm since it feeds on the leaves of mopane trees after they hatch in summer, where locals are able to collect these mopane worms direct from their gardens and trees for a home feast.

Beverages

Many soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are locally produced in factories in Botswana, including Fanta and Coca-Cola. Local brands are Castle and Lion beers.

Milk is fermented to make madila (sour milk) which is either eaten on its own or added to porridge, with a favorite non-alcoholic homemade drink being ginger beer.

There are various traditionally produced alcoholic drinks, Bojalwa ja Setswana (the beer of Batswana) is brewed from fermented sorghum seeds, where other tribes, such as the Bakalanga, use lebelebele (millet).

A commercially produced and packaged beer, Chibuku; brewed from either maize or sorghum, is a favourite drink particularly in the villages, towns, and in some parts of the city. Chibuku is also brewed in other neighbouring countries such as Malawi, South Africa (Umqombothi), Zambia and Zimbabwe.

Khadi, which is brewed from various ingredients, the healthiest of which is wild berries, is also a widely consumed alcoholic drink among low-income groups in particular.

Whether you are a first time visitor to Botswana, a regular or local alike, one can certainly see that sampling the cuisine of Botswana is not for the faint of heart, and should you be bold enough to sample these delicacies, you may just discover new favorites that you can only find here and need to be had upon every return journey.

As significantly as escargot (snails) and steak tartar (raw mince) are immediately associated with Paris-France, so too should Seswa, mopane worms, bogobe and serobe be with Botswana.

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CHAPTER 1

EVENTS AND ENTERTAINMENT

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SIGNATURE EVENTS In addition to the various festivals highlighting the arts, crafts and culture events, Botswana has an exciting and diverse calendar of events, from sports activities, expos, fashion shows, beauty pageants and more, either promoting culture, health, adventure activities, and most importantly creating awareness and raising funds for worthy causes throughout the year.

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Some signature events growing from strength to strength and attracting more than regional recognition, and in turn drawing additional visitors to the region are:

Race for Rhinos

Rhinos in their dwindling numbers need as much assistance and awareness as possible, not only in promoting the conservation of these endangered animals, but ensuring that these magnificent beasts are here for future generations to come.

The Botswana Tourism Organisation in partnership with Gaing-o Community Trust and The Matsieng Flying Club host the prestigious Race of Champions in Botswana. This event is important to the organisation as a way to increase aviation tourism into the country, as well as to generate new events that are interesting for local and regional tourists’ alike who are interested in adventure and sporting events.

The main feature of the Race for Rhinos is the race itself, with 100 light aircrafts expected to participate, taking off and landing directly on the hardened salt plains next to Lekhubu Island. The afternoons offer additional experiences for participants and spectators alike, with guided tours of the national monument on offer, quad biking, mountain biking and exciting aviation stunts being performed.

As part of Botswana’s dedication to conservation this event is known as the Race For Rhinos, with key turning points aligning themselves with destinations that are home to some of Botswana’s rhino population, including Serowe and the Khama Rhino Sanctuary and Debswana’s Orapa Game Park. The national endangered wildlife trust, Tlhokomela, supports this event as it brings awareness of the good work that the Botswana government is doing towards promoting the country as a safe haven for these critically endangered species. www.airrace.co.bw 57

The Toyota Desert Race

For visitors looking to enjoy one of the most exciting and legendary events in Botswana, the Toyota Kalahari Botswana 1000 Desert Race has been successively hosted in Botswana for the past thirty-five (35) years and is a must do!

The Botswana Tourism Organisation (BTO), SA National Off Road Car Racing Association (SANORA) and Mascom bring together the Toyota Kalahari Botswana 1000 Desert Race which takes place in June each year.

This event continues to grow in popularity, drawing spectatorship from neighboring countries and abroad. For the past few years, the event has been included as one of the feeder races to the Dakar Rally - one of the four events in the world to gain that status. This is the biggest off road race in Africa, with a following of over 120,000 spectators. It is a family event which starts off at 8:00 in the morning and find Elders, families and motor sport enthusiasts braving the cold winter mornings to reach the start off point and witness the epic and electrifying start.  The race has a remarkable history and its list of winners include legendary names in South African motorsport. The race has moved year on year at the request of the Botswana Tourism Organisation, which is ensuring that communities all around Botswana can benefit from this event.

Over the years, the balance of power in the Toyota Kalahari Botswana 1000 Desert Race seems to have shifted between Nissan and Toyota.

The high drama race manages to produce both triumph and heartbreak and generates much hype as a major calendar event in Botswana. www.botswanatourism.co.bw/kalahari-1000km-desert-race

The Diacore Gaborone Marathon

Since title sponsor Diacore adopted the race in 2012 it has grown from 2,000 to well over 6,000 participants. The event includes a 42.2km marathon, 21.1km half marathon, 10km race and a 4km fun run for the whole family.

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The marathon is an incredibly fun day out for the entire family with great activities such as Zumba, water slides, stage performances, food courts and plenty of refreshments on offer. As an AIMS and IAAF certified event, the Diacore Gaborone Marathon is a qualifier for the Two Oceans, Comrades, Commonwealth and Olympic games.

It is also widely renowned as one of the flattest and fastest routes in the region. In 2017, in conjunction with Wilderness Safaris, the marathon offered amazing tourism packages which give runners the opportunity to tour some of the most beautiful parts of Botswana before ultimately capping their trip off with the incredible marathon experience.

All proceeds from registration are donated to charity; with a MILLION Pula being raised in 2015 and 2016. www.diacoregaboronemarathon.com

Miss Botswana

Beauty Pageants are signature events in any country, where young ladies from around the country come out to compete for the prestigious title and is currently organized by the Botswana Council of Women.

Botswanans pageantry runs parallel with the history of the country.

Even though there had been beauty contests conducted in various villages around the country since the early 1960s, the first official Miss Botswana beauty contest was held in 1967, and conducted as part of Botswana Independence celebrations.

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At the time, it was determined that the colourful first beauty event was going to pick a perfect representative of the nation’s modern womanhood and select a woman who embodies the true epitome of a Motswana woman, with grace, intelligence and diplomacy to be an Ambassador for the country and a positive role model for the nation.

Botswana made its debut at Miss World in 1972, and as in most countries and traditionally the winner of Miss Botswana represents the country at the prestigious Miss World.

Having had many beautiful and inspiring Motswana ladies representing the nation, the most recently crowned Queen Nicole Lisa Gaelebale (born April 22, 1993) is a practiced Botswana beauty queen. She was crowned Miss Global Botswana 2012 and represented Botswana at Miss Earth 2014. In 2015, she won second place and was crowned First Princess of Botswana, and finally going on to win the sought after title of Miss Botswana in 2017 and subsequently representing Botswana at the prestigious Miss World 2017 and finally seeing her dream become a reality of being an Ambassador for her beautiful country.

GIMC - Gaborone International Music and Culture Week

Celebrating diversity through music and culture - GIMC is a multidiscipline event that celebrates Gaborone City and its residents.

GIMC is held every last week of August and ends first week of September. There are 7 shows in 7 days ranging from Jazz, Theatre, Poetry, Choral, Comedy, Fashion, Music Festival, Cultural Celebrations, Golf Day and more.

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Performers are selected from across the region, internationally as well as top local artists. Some of the proceeds from the event is donated to deserving NGO’s; especially ones that seek to uplift less fortunate members of the community.

In 2016, The African Association of Cultural Festivals rated GIMC as one of the Top 10 Festivals to attend in Africa. The list of other festivals rated alongside GIMC includes Cape Town Jazz Festival, Bush Fire in Swaziland, Lake of Stars in Malawi, Vic Falls Carnivals etc. This is testimony to the fact that GIMC is not only Botswana’s biggest festival but one of Africa’s grandest showpieces as well. www.gimc.co.bw

Global Expo Botswana

The economic, political and social stability of Botswana offers more doors for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), including partnerships.

Enabling potential partners/investors to tap into the lucrative markets that exist in Botswana, The Global Expo Botswana (GEB), is a premier business to business (b2b) and multi-sectoral exhibition hosted and managed every year in October by the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) as mandated by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI) of the Republic of Botswana.

On average, GEB mobilizes between 200 and 5000 number of exhibitors and visitors yearly and is attended by a variety of product importers, exporters, agents and distributors as well as the informal, mid and large scale retailers and wholesalers whom they supply. GEB attracts hundreds of new and returning exhibitors eager to benefit from its good return on investment. Local and international companies from the various sectors exhibit at the GEB. Global Expo Botswana (GEB) gives you direct access to different manufacturers, suppliers and service providers showcasing various products and brands from across the globe. Whether it’s electronic products or appliances, Timber and furniture, agri business and agriculture products, jewellery, fashion or household products, GEB is the event for you.

Having guest speakers such as Billionaire and Founder of the Virgin Group Sir Richard Charles Nicholas Branson, the business magnate, investor and philanthropist who while paying a courtesy call on both President Ian Khama and Vice President Mokgweetsi Masisi in 2017 and made the time to speak to local entrepreneurs at the ongoing Global Expo. The talk titled, ‘In conversation with Sir Richard Branson,’ is the brainchild of the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) which invited the business mogul to this year’s Global Expo. www.globalexpo.co.bw 61

THE ANNUAL MAITISONG FESTIVAL Celebrating Botswana’s arts

Once a year for an entire week Botwsana’s capital city of Gaborone comes alive with music, art, poetry, theatre, workshops and arts & crafts as the popular annual Maitisong festival kicks off.

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In its 31st year of running, the Maitisong Festival is undeniably the biggest arts festival in Botswana. Featuring a kaleidoscope of events that include international and local artists alike, who bring theatre, music, dance, poetry and comedy to audiences in several venues around the city.

Every year this festival not only celebrates, but promotes and indorses the raising of the professional bar in all spectrums of the arts, helping launch careers and connecting Botswana artists with their international counterparts.

The Maitisong Festival came about when the citizens of Gaborone felt the need to build a structure which could serve as both a school-hall and community-center; they wanted this structure to be equipped to accommodate professional performances, workshops and meetings.

The building was named Maitisong; which traditionally is a place within the home where family and friends gather in the evenings for entertainment; such as storytelling and singing.

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A large portion of the funding for the project came from American friends of the Maru a Pula School which first realized the need for the building. The building was constructed as a venue with a vision for the Gaborone community to share their culture with each other on a larger scale.

In celebration of the opening of the new building, the very first Maitisong Festival was held in March of 1987, and subsequently was so successful and popular that the event has continued on every year since. Taking place each year in Gabarone towards the end of March and lasting for nine days, this event has become Botswana’s greatest performing arts festival in the country.

The festival provides a valuable showcase for both established and emerging local talent, and takes place in a number of venues throughout Botswana’s capital city, which takes on a pleasant carnival atmosphere.

The Maitisong festival features a wide variety of performances which include theatre, comedy, traditional music and dance, choirs, marimba bands, jazz and a

selection of other western influenced styles of music and dance, as well as offerings of a variety of street vendors selling food and refreshments.

The festival programme features two parts, namely the indoor and outdoor programmes. The indoor programme is staged at four centres around Gaborone and provides visitors with the opportunity to view a number of shows which are staged each day of the festival. Venues for the indoor programme include The Little Theatre at the National Museum, where a week of local drama is staged, the Anglican Cathedral, and the Northside Primary School. The indoor programme is ticketed and in the past has featured many prominent acts from around Africa.

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The outdoor programme is staged throughout four areas within the city, two of which are high density, low income areas and the other two are popular shopping malls. Stages and seating are built in these areas and a week of free daytime and nighttime performances are arranged for all citizens to enjoy. The Maitisong festival’s outdoor programme also makes use of the State Theatre / Transnet Truck from Pretoria, which is a mobile stage used to transport shows from the festival to nearby villages.

The locals who participate in the Festival represent mainly traditional Botswana dance and drama, which is extremely popular in the country. Even during the intervals the entertainment continues, with impromptu musicians, dancers and comics making appearances on stage and adding to the infectious festive spirit of this festival.

With a different theme and message every year in order to inspire and challenge each artist, such as ‘Enrich’ which was extended from the previous year’s theme of ‘Elevate’, reflecting the need to professionalize the arts by pushing the envelope and setting the bar even higher. ‘Engage’, which compelled all those involved in the Festival to maintain the standard that was set in the past, and encourage the formation of collaborations to entertain and critically challenge arts consumers while shifting negative perceptions.

The most recent theme was a call for artists to familiarize themselves with the business side of the arts industry. As Botswana’s arts industry grows, Maitisong implores the arts community to create wealth for themselves by providing work of value to consumers.

As the arts in all its forms showcases the integral identity of any nation; maintaining the culture and heritage of its people, especially

in a world that is advancing at such a rapid pace, it is crucial to preserve ones culture and heritage, as is agreed and evident by the many sponsors and partners that continue to support this festival every year, from Ministries, Universities, City Councils, International relations, to Corporations and radio stations and will be continuing into the future for all generations to enjoy and be inspired.

Tel: +267 397 1809 Email: info@maitisong.org Facebook: Maitisong Theatre Twitter: @MaitisongBW; trend with us at #enrich, #maiti17.

Instagram: @Maitisong; look out for archive and behind the scenes pictures www.maitisong.org

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MOPHATO

DANCE THEATRE

Mophato Dance Theatre was created in 2009 by the Founder and Artistic Director Mr. Andrew Letso Kola. Under the leadership of Andrew the dance theatre has performed in South Africa, UK, China, Tokyo, Norway, Germany, Ivory Coast and New York. It was the first African country to be invited at the Battery Dance Festival in New York and the only company to be awarded with a 5 star performance by the Financial Times and the New York Times.

The dance company boasts of 22 diversified dancers, regional and international collaborations (Norway and New York) which have birthed great opportunities to even provide internship for young aspiring dancers in and outside Botswana.

“To end, Mophato Dance Theatre together with Botswana Tourism Organization are the producers and creators of I love botswana ensemble. The ensemble is an assortment of 8 traditional groups including Mophato that have graced stages around to create awareness about our culture, wildlife and tourism.”

DANCE THEATRE Kealeboga Arthur Motsumi Marketing and Project Director Phone: +267 71332711 Email: kealebogamotsumi@gmail.com Andrew Letso Kola Founder and Artistic Director Tel: +267 75252777/ 77 803 746 Email: mophatodancetheatre@gmail.com 68

Why do we exist?

• To challenge unemployment of the skilled in the arts industry by creating career options.

• To bring about social change by challenging day to day social ills.

• To archive and teach our history by producing productions of untold stories of our country CSI In 2013, Mophato initiated an internship program for dancers from Botswana, South Africa, Swaziland, Zambia and Zimbabwe that was created to cultivate as well as improve the dance industry in Southern Africa. The program exists to share and improve dance genres, technique and production content to become relevant in the industry. Moreover, the dance theatre carries out capacity building projects with At-Risk youth, currently it stands at 400 students across Botswana who have changed their lives by dancing with a purpose. The initiative targets to change 2020 lives by 2023.

Our Services • Corporate Performances • Facilitation of National projects • Coordination • Choreography • Activations • Hosting • Marketing Solutions • Corporate presentations: Effectively communicating the benefits of organisational goals to improve the working environment • Script Writing • Concept development • Production Drama Pieces

Facilitated Projects • Presidents Day Awards Ceremony 2014-2017 • BAYCOG Gaborone Youth Sports Games 2014 • Botswana Youth Games Francistown 2015 • Barclays Kabelano Spectacular 2015 • Bot 50 celebration 2016 (Choreography) • Dancing to Connect 2016: Capacity building project in collaboration with American Embassy and Battery Dance New York Company 2016 • First National Bank HR Road Show project 2016 • ITB Ensemble 2017 (Germany) March • Net Ball Youth World Cup 2017 opening ceremony • World Premiered Production PULA (New York)

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What qualities do you look for in an events management company when sourcing event assistance? Is it the quality of the work, the creativity in their setups, great service delivery, time consciousness or do you simply go with the lowest quote? Any event management company can set up your event or help you run the logistics of the event but not all of them get to know your business, understand your objectives as well as design and deliver an event that will help you achieve your goals.

At Native Events, we orchestrate events that involve the intricacy of your brand. We enable you to fully engage with your guests and audiences. Our goals are simple. We aim to increase the people’s interest in an event and ultimately make an impact on your audience and supersede their expectations. We revel in uniqueness and are distinguished by our progressive style of doings things. The right venue can only go a long way towards setting the tone of the event, but it’s the décor that ties it all together. It sets the stage for something remarkable.

Because we take our art very seriously, some of our setups include our very own in-house production furniture therefore guaranteeing customization of each setup to uniquely fit your expectations. Through our ability to speak your language, be it intimate gathering, social gala or corporate we will win hearts and forge lasting partnerships! We have a dedicated team of hard working young people and implementers with the same goal in mind conscious of what it takes to deliver on promises.

They are also knowledgeable and experienced in the field of event planning, management and setups. They carry through your ideas and together bring them to life.

We have a few things in common: we are young and talented, team players to the core and we love to have fun. Our team will be there by your side to assist with everything from setting up as well as throughout the entire event process and of course on the days of the event. Native events is always scouting for new and fresh talents to include only the finest and seasoned industry professionals for your events. We believe in the ability to innovate. Events are taking a whole new spin, they aren’t about displaying furniture anymore. It involves an intrinsic art in setting up.

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At Native, we design and customize every aspect of an event around a client’s request to ensure the resulting product is both relevant and actionable to their stakeholders, while being mindful of drawing the direct linkages back to how customers experience a particular brand. We create extraordinary experiences. Our team is attentive to the smallest detail, ensuring that every event unfolds on time and within budget. Together, working in partnership with our clients and vendors, we create events that forge unforgettable connections between guests and their host, with no limitation to where you are, we are able to bring your event to you anywhere in Botswana.

Native Events is a citizen owned events Management Company that offers creative vision, professionalism and event expertise. We are passionate about creating a buzz-generating ambiance at any event. Our team offers unique and tailor made event solutions. We do elegant planning and managing of your event, to even providing tents, lounge, sound, security, lighting and other event solutions.

Each individual event is masterminded to suit your budget and taste.

SERVICES Event planning, consultation and management If you need help to ease some of the stress that comes with planning an event then Native is the company to call. Be it a dinner party for twelve or an event for two hundred we aim to use our expertise to make the process of planning an event fun and as stress-free for you as possible.

We offer full service a la carte event planning. We go the extra mile to study your brand, identify your audience and devise the event concept and coordinate all event aspects from scheduling to contract negotiations, budget development, event PR, furniture set up coordination and advertising to technical management.

Event structural solutions For all your structural requirements, stretch tents both weatherproof and non-weather proof in an assortment of colors.

Our expertise goes even further to include erecting any structure from frame tents and customized setups e.g. exhibitions stalls, photo booths.

Lounge solutions With a variety of furniture and equipment to make the event look modern, stylish and creative we are uniquely based for VIP/VVIP lounges and having set up other events such as private parties and corporate events and weddings. Our lounge solutions are greatly appreciated and booked very often.

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Bar solutions Whether you are planning a lavish lounge party, fine drinking experience, high volume festival bar, providing expert opinion or simply just need a few martini glasses and bar solutions for a small cocktail party, whatever your needs we can assist and coordinate to make it very special as we know that there is more to bartending than just pouring drinks.

Security solutions We provide first class security solutions ensuring that your event is safe and secure. Known for our safe and secure barricades, we ensure each client the very best for their event with no chance for trespassers entering a barricaded zone. We extend to offer security personnel (Bouncer/Guards) access control tags and event monitored communications (walkie talkies) Additional services Accentuate the setup with our selection of décor & accessories.

Themed and crafted to suit your event, we have décor and accessories to set the tone and tie in all the event solutions together. What would a great event be without adequate lighting and crystal clear sound? We make it all convenient by bringing you state of the art sound, flooring and lighting solutions.

REASONS TO CHOOSE US EXPERTISE We are event experts in our own right. With only three years’ experience, we have managed to surpass industry veterans to supersede your expectations. Our experience, your benefit. Your event, our vision

CREATIVITY We offer unparalleled customized setups and furniture offerings.

STORY TELLERS We thoughtfully produce and create everlasting moments that resonate with our clients.

WE SPEAK YOUR LANGUAGE Our track record speaks for itself. We speak the sound of your brand and magnify it to reach your audience through our setups WE TAKE CARE OF EVERYTHING From planning and managing right down to the setups themselves.

Whether its furniture, sound, security or light, WE GOTCHA! EFFICIENT, EFFECTIVE PRODUCTION & EVENT MANAGEMENT We live and demonstrate our values employing a clear, effective communication, project management and production methodology with measurable milestones and objectives.

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WAGGA GARDENEX

WAGGA GARDENEX was established in 2004 and is situated at GlenValley Farms, Plot no. 32899 Gaborone. The Garden Nursery was formally based at Sefalana Hyperstore, Off Western By–Pass.

We moved to GlenValley Plot in March 2011. This is where we designed a Beautiful Garden which is now being used as a venue for Office Parties; Company Retreats; Weddings; Private Functions and other Outdoor Events. The following year we opened another branch in Modipane, which is larger.

EVENT VENUE WAGGA GARDENEX has open gardens (GlenValley & Modipane) which have become popular with leisure activities. These beautiful gardens invites the visitors to uplift their souls, hence it has attracted countless numbers of Groups, Adults & Children who visit the garden for outdoor activities.

Notable people who have graced WAGGA GARDENEX include his Excellency the President of Botswana, Dr. Ian Khama Seretse Khama, hosting the End of Year Christmas Lunch with his State House Staff. Notable companies who have also graced our Gardens for either TEAM BUILDING; CONFERENCING; WELLNESS DAY; APPRECIATION PARTIES OR END OF YEAR GATHERINGS Includes Air, FNB, Botswana Life, BNPC, CEDA, Leap Frog, KBL, NBIFIRA, BOFINET, Yarona FM, BOCRA, Maoka CJSS and Orthosurge just to mention a few.

Cell: +267 72 11 2192 / 718 47 7722 waggagardenex@yahoo.com

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In addition to the above, WAGGA GARDENEX is also a host to countless numbers of Weddings and Private functions.

RESTAURANT AND PUB WAGGA GARDENEX also operates a Restaurant and a Pub to complement the leisure that our clients enjoy in the Garden / Nursery.

Customers are treated to a cup of coffee, snacks lunch / Dinner whilst relaxing in the garden. Our Restaurant is unique as we specialize in traditional food to promote Buy Botswana Products.

In 2015, WAGGA GARDENEX received a PMR AFRICA, SILVER ARROW AWARD for best WEDDING VENUES in Botswana. The following year i.e. 2016 WAGGA GARDENEX came tops by scooping the GOLDEN ARROW AWARD for the same category. These Awards are in recognition of Companies and Institutions doing most in their sectors over the past 12months to stimulate the economic growth and development of Botswana.

Future plans for WAGGA GARDENEX include Overnight Stays with Camping Site, Swimming Pools, and more conference facilities, State-of-the Art Nurseries, Tour guides and many more.

Watch the Space.

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BanT It might have been little known by his grandfather at the time, but when he gifted his grandson with a piano, he would spark a nerve and inspire what would become a passion and love for music. Baanthata, better known to his growing fan base as BanT, the boy who penetrated the music industry ‘looking for Naomi’ and still is, is one of Botswana’s most promising hip hop artists.

Talented, passionate, determined and well-rounded, BanT is one of Botswana’s next most formidable hip hop artist.

He first appeared on Botswana’s hip hop scene as recently as 2016, with the catchy, party-banger track Whyso Faded Anthem, featuring Faded Gang. The track and video which followed the release of the single, catapulted him into the forefront of the BW Hip Hop scene.

founder of the Whyso Movement Foundation, which is geared towards supporting less privileged members of society, especially the youth.

The Foundation designs and sells branded merchandise, of which a percentage of the sales go towards donation of essential items such as food and toiletries, to children in informal settlements around Botswana. BanT is also active in outreach programmes, giving motivational talks to youth on life skills, knowing their human rights as youth, the value of education; as well as speaking against the abuse of drugs and alcohol.

As they say, the rest is history and BanT has now set in motion a formidable career in music and is hard at work with the steadfast intent on producing a full length album in 2018. He has recently released on the 29 of September 2017 an Extended play ( Ep) dubbed ‘The Bantastic Experience’. This EP symbolises the journey he went through from the very first break out single to this present moment, “A never ending story“ - says BanT. To continue unfolding the story, BanT is also intent on setting up a studio to do his production and produce other upcoming artists sometime in the future - God willing!

Not long after the release and success of Whyso Faded Anthem, still in 2016, BanT came out with his hit single, Naomi. The single’s popularity was instant, earning BanT accolades as a rising and sought after star.

At the 2016 instalment of the Yarona FM Awards, (YAMAs) he was nominated in six categories and walked away from the YAMA’s with 3 awards under his belt; including awards for People’s Choice Artist of the Year, Best Male Artist and Best Hip-hop single of the year for Naomi.

BanT is a fitness fanatic; he loves the gym as well as playing soccer.

He enjoys the outdoors such as camping and extreme sports such as skate boarding and quad bike riding.

BanT’s latest track released in 2017, Shine Forever, featuring Veezo is a display of his lyrical ability, diverse talent and considerable development he has made as an artist since the release of Naomi and a couple more singles. Ever passionate about his development, BanT divides his time between working in the studio and pursuing a course in the music business.

BanT is also quite involved in community work, using his position of influence to give back to the community and inspire. He is a co-

However, his passion remains music and spends time in studio creating new music. He is keen on going back to playing the piano for the purpose of diversified music.

Baanthata whose name means ‘they love me’ rather than bask in the love that he has received from his parents and all who have had the privilege to have interacted with him, exudes the love for family, friends and mankind. He is a compassionate, kind and indeed a loving person and is known for his humility in the industry.

Tel: +267 777 777 37 Email: bantasticbookings@gmail.com BanT BW @whysobantastic foreverbantastic​

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CHAPTER 2

TRAVEL, TOURS AND AVIATION

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THE OKAVANGO DELTA One of Africa’s last true Eden’s When you think of Botswana, you think of the Okavango Delta; with never ending marshlands, water lilies, mokoros and where the real African wildlife flourishes and thrives – a true icon that is synonymous with this beautiful land and one of the world’s last Eden’s.

The Okavango Delta is a vast inland river delta in northern Botswana and is one of Africa’s last remaining great wildlife ecosystems that is a sanctuary to substantial concentrations of wild animals. You can explore the Okavango Delta by mokoro, on foot or on game drives and be amazed at the labyrinth of sparkling lagoons, meandering channels, overgrown islands and abundance of game and birdlife.

It is known for its sprawling grassy plains which flood seasonally, becoming a lush animal habitat.

The Moremi Game Reserve occupies the east and central areas of the region and here, Mokoros (dugout canoes) are used to navigate past hippos, elephants and crocodiles.

Explore the Okavango Delta by mokoro, on foot or on game drives and be amazed at the labyrinth of sparkling lagoons, meandering channels, overgrown islands and abundance of game and birdlife.

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The nutrient-rich clear waters transform the dry Kalahari Desert into a landscape of extraordinary scenic beauty, sustaining a remarkably diverse ecosystem. The annual flood-tide that pounds the wetland to life is a critical life-force to the surrounding ecosystems during the peak of Botswana’s dry season (from June to July).

The Okavango Delta is a miraculous display of contrasts with vibrant wetlands in an arid landscape. Once the floods arrive, it triggers a transformation which draws an abundance of wildlife, including large herds of Elephant, Buffalo, Red Lechwe, and Zebra - which migrate for weeks across the Kalahari Desert to get there and is home to endangered species such as the Cheetah, White Rhinoceros, Black Rhinoceros, African Wild Dog, Lion, Sitatunga and the Wattled Crane.

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The Delta’s habitats are rich with 1061 plants, 89 fish, 64 reptiles, 482 species of birds and 130 species of mammals. Most remarkably Botswana supports the world’s largest population of elephants, numbering around 130,000 and the Okavango Delta is the core area for this species’ survival.

The Okavango Delta is a unique pulsing wetland - more accurately an alluvial fan, and covers between 6 and 15 000 square kilometres of Kalahari Desert in northern Botswana and owes its existence to the Okavango (Kavango) River which flows from the Angolan highlands, across Namibia’s Caprivi Strip and into the harsh Kalahari Desert.

Each year the Okavango River discharges approximately 11 cubic kilometres (1.1 × 10¹³ litres) of water into the Okavango Delta.

Most of this water is lost to transpiration by plants (60%) and by evaporation (36%) with only 2% percolating into the aquifer system with the remainder finally flowing into Lake Ngami.

The Okavango Delta is affected by seasonal flooding with flood waters from Angola reaching the Delta between March and June and peaking in July. This peak coincides with Botswana’s dry season resulting in great migrations of plains game from the dry hinterland.

Generally flat, with a height variation of less than two meters across its area, the dry land in the Okavango Delta is predominantly comprised of many small islands, which are formed when vegetation takes root on termite mounds, however larger islands exist with Chief’s Island being the largest and which was formed on a tectonic fault line.

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UNESCO’s 1000th World Heritage Site

The scale and magnificence of the Okavango Delta helped it secure a position as one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, and were officially declared on February 11, 2013 in Arusha, Tanzania. On 22 June 2014, the Okavango Delta became the 1000th site to be officially inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

The UNESCO listing has not only aided tourist inflow, but has also served to protect this unique global resource. The World Heritage Convention offers guidance for innovation and strategic conservation, ensuring listed sites benefit from the highest standards of protection. Increased coverage and connectivity of well-managed wilderness areas within the World Heritage List, such as the Okavango Delta, contribute to its strength and relevance on a global scale.

By offering a new approach to World Heritage through UNESCO listings, the protection of nature in its most intact form can be boosted and local communities are engaged in the program. This is especially important as these wilderness areas support the livelihoods of these communities and cultures.

As evidenced in the Okavango Delta, it has remained intact largely thanks to the stewardship of Botswana’s people for centuries. Traditional knowledge on its conservation has been passed on through generations of the San community, who place nature at the foundation of their culture.

Protection

The delta has never been subjected to significant development and is in near pristine condition. Tourism is limited to small, non-permanent tented camps with access by air. Facilities are carefully monitored for compliance with environmental standards to have minimal ecological impact.

The sources of the Okavango Delta’s waters in Angola and Namibia remain unaffected by any upstream dams or abstraction. The three countries have established a protocol under the Permanent Okavango River Basin Water Commission (OKACOM) for the sustainable management of the entire river system.

The Okavango Delta comprises of a mosaic of protected lands. About 40% lies in the protection of the Moremi Game Reserve, with the remaining 60% under 18 Wildlife Management Areas and a Controlled Hunting Area managed by community trusts or private tourism concession-holders.

Legal protection is granted by Botswana’s Wildlife Conservation and National Parks Act, Wildlife Conservation Policy, and the Tribal Land Act. The whole area is communally-owned by Tribal Land under the control of the Tawana Land Board.

For seven years prior to the listing, the Wilderness Foundation SA, the Wilderness Foundation UK, and the WILD Foundation (USA) assisted the Government of Botswana and other stakeholders in realising this long-held vision.

Consultations were held with key stakeholders including local communities living in and around the Okavango Delta in 36 villages, the National World Heritage Committee, OKACOM, BaTawana Tribal Authority, Dikgosi, NW District Councillors, Members of Parliament, HATAB, NGOs, Ntlo ya Dikgosi and the Okavango Basin Steering Committee.

Highlights of the Okavango Delta

• The significant variety of flora and fauna signifies excellent game viewing year round • With such an abundance of life; the ever sought after predators in the form of Lion, Leopard, Cheetah, Hyena and Wild Dog abound • Mokoro excursions offer an up close, authentic and unobtrusive insight into this incredible wetland paradise • Flights over the Delta showcase this truly unique and pristine ecosystem

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“Exceptional example of the interaction between climatic, hydrological, and biological processes”.

Swimming Lions of the Okavango Delta

Lions are found in most areas of the Okavango, including swampy areas where you might not expect to see them. In fact Lions in the Okavango have by necessity learnt to swim in pursuit of their prey.

As a result The Lions of the Okavango Delta are generally stronger in the forequarters than other Lions as they spend a great deal of time on the watery floodplains – therefore many prides in the Delta have more developed fore-quarters and appear larger to their African counterparts due to all the swimming they do.

The Lions of the Okavango Delta put an end to the theory that Lions do not like water; when the delta flood is at its greatest the dry land area ranges of the Lions are limited to islands and in order to hunt they need to cross water between the islands - and they do this readily.

Major species to be seen include:

Elephant |Buffalo | Giraffe | Zebra | Hippo | Crocodile | Rhino | Red Lechwe | Waterbuck | Reedbuck | Duiker | Impala | Kudu | Steenbok | Wildebeest | Hartebeest | Sable | Roan | Tsessebe | Lion | Leopard | Cheetah | Genet | Serval | and Caracal | along with an immense variety of birds – land and water, resident and migratory, some of which are rare and endangered.

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Best time to visit The Okavango Delta

From May to September, during the Dry season and during the cooler winter conditions, resulting in more moderate temperatures. In addition, the Okavango is flooded from June to October.

Did you know?

The River Okavango, which rises in the highlands of Angola, like other rivers never reaches the sea; instead its mighty waters empty over the sands of the Kalahari.

Fact

In 2014, UNESCO inscribed the Okavango Delta as the 1,000th World Heritage site, describing it as an “Exceptional example of the interaction between climatic, hydrological, and biological processes”.

Exploring the Okavango Delta

by Mokoro – a simple must do! www.botswanatourism.co.bw ww.okavangodelta.com www.botswana.co.za www.whc.unesco.org www.wilderness-safaris.com

EXPLORING THE OKAVANGO DELTA

by Mokoro

One of the top must do’s if you ever visit Botswana - as synonymous as the delta is to Botswana, as is the Mokoro to the Delta – and taking a ride in one of these crafts is an ideal way of getting up close and personal with this magnificent ecosystem.

A unique and traditional way of exploring this area of Botswana is via a wooden dug-out canoe called a mokoro, which has become an iconic symbol of the Delta.

A mokoro is a type of canoe traditionally used by locals as a popular mode of transport, and is now utilized for game viewing safaris. The deep wooden canoe is constructed by digging out the trunk of a straight tree, normally an ebony or Kigelia tree. The dug-out canoe is then propelled through the shallow waters by standing in the stern and pushing with a long pole, in the same manner as puntin.

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Mekoro (plural for mokoro) (also spelt makoro) (Tswana: [mʊˈkɔrɔ], pl.: mekoro) are vulnerable to attacks from bloats of hippo, which think nothing of overturning a canoe. This stems from the past when hippos were hunted and thus some have developed an innate fear of the canoes. This adds a bit of adventure to your water based safari.

Originally, the only form of transport for fishing or transporting people and goods around the channels, these canoe-like vessels, approximately 20 feet or 6 meters in length, used to be crafted from tree trunks, which were painstakingly hollowed out using hand-tools. However timber ultimately rots, and results in more trees having to be cut down, a practice which is not environmentally sustainable.

Thus, in keeping with the times, the modern makoro is now constructed from molded fibre-glass. Durable, long-lasting and environmentally friendly, while still maintaining its natural charm - the tranquil and serene gliding through the papyrus waterways will leave a lasting impression.

The mokoro usually carries one or two passengers, while the boat-man stands at the stern using a long pole called a “ngashi”, to pole or push the mokoro forward. Local boat-men are able to move with considerable speed and maneuverability as many have perfected this lifelong skill.

The skilled locals who operate the mokoro are commonly known as ‘Polers’. It was commonly agreed, that only certain trees should be used in their construction and that the trees should be older and straight for the desired buoyancy and shape to be achieved.

Jackalberry Trees, Sausage Trees and Mangosteens were some of the preferred choices used in the crafting process with the long branches of Terminalia trees being used to fashion the poles.

The trunks of these trees were hollowed out with tools such as hatchets.

However, before the introduction of metal implements, people made use of controlled fires to hollow out the trees. The burnt wood was then chopped away with a curved chopping blade called an adze, until enough was removed so that the boat became buoyant. The last phase of the building process demanded that the boat be crafted to create an elongated and streamlined shape with distinct points at the bow and stern.

While the demand for mokoros has steadily increased over the years in Botswana, certain problems arose concerning their production and the impact it has on had the environment. Although the Delta region is more than able to compensate for the amount of trees needed to make mokoros, the fact that only older trees are preferred, has in turn had a specific impact on this environment.

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As such, tourism in the Okavango Delta promotes the use of fiberglass mokoros, which is what you will find being used by all the Delta camps and lodges today.

The mokoro excursion is a very popular activity in the Okavango Delta among guests who travel to Botswana and is an opportunity to fully experience the sounds and sights of nature without running the risk of scaring off animals with a motor and is thus a highly recommended expedition for photographers.

Guides that handle mokoros are highly knowledgeable about the environment and as such these trips are considered safe and enjoyable, with some people describing a mokoro trip as one of the most peaceful experiences they have had.

Imagine gliding through water that mirrors the sky above, brushing past reeds which are home to tiny brightly colored frogs, and approaching an Elephant - ear deep in the water and happily munching reeds. Imagine witnessing an amazing variety of birdlife, or catching a glimpse of Lechwe or a rare Sitatunga feeding by the water.

Exploring the delta in this manner, you experience a more personal connection to the culture and natural environment of the area.

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CHOBE NATIONAL PARK Visit the Land of the Giants in the Elephant Capital of Africa Chobe National Park is Botswana’s first national park having been established in 1967, and is also notably the most biologically diverse.

Located in the north of the country, it is Botswana’s third largest park (with an area of 11,700km²) after the Central Kalahari Game Reserve and the Gemsbok National Park, and has one of the greatest concentrations of game in all of Africa; and most remarkably is home to the largest population of Elephants in the world!

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The park is widely known for its spectacular elephant concentrations and supports the largest surviving Elephant populace, currently estimated to exceed 120,000; possibly the highest elephant concentration of Africa and most notably is the largest continuous surviving elephant population on Earth, seeming to have seen a solid growth and build up since 1990; from a few thousand.

Elephants living here are Kalahari Elephants; the largest in size of all known elephant populations, but this doesn’t deter the Chobe Lions which are famed for being able to bring down these Giants, something most lions would not even bother to attempt. They are characterized by rather brittle ivory and short tusks, possibly due to a calcium deficiency in the soils.

In the dry season (June through to October), these elephants settle in the Chobe River and the Linyanti River areas and we see them make a 200-km migration to the southeast stretch of the park in the rainy season (November through to March). Their distribution zone however outreaches the park and spreads to northwestern Zimbabwe.

Undoubtedly one of Africa’s most beautiful rivers, the Chobe supports a diversity and concentration of wildlife unrivaled anywhere else in the country, encompassing floodplains, swamps and woodlands. The Chobe River forms its northern boundary, with four distinct geographical areas in the park, namely: the Chobe Riverfront, the Ngwezumba pans, Savuté and Linyanti.

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Damage caused by the high numbers of elephants is rife in some areas and in fact, concentration is so high throughout the Chobe area that culls have been considered, but are too controversial and have thus far been rejected.

The most accessible and frequently visited destinations of Botswana’s big game country, the Chobe Riverfront is most famous for its large herds of elephants and Cape Buffalo, which during the dry winter months converge upon the river to drink.

During this season, on an afternoon game drive, you may see hundreds of elephants at one time, find yourself surrounded by scores of family herds while on a game drive, all making their way to the river to drink, bathe and play.

The massive elephant populations, the riverboat safaris, sunset cruises, riverfront safari lodges and top quality game drives have firmly positioned the Chobe National Park as a “must visit” destination for any enquiring safari enthusiast, especially for those wanting to see firsthand one of nature’s greatest masterpieces in their most natural and ideal habitats – the elephant; the only harmless great thing.

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Black Taxis International is a premium chauffeur and travel logistics company based in Gaborone, Botswana. We offer an experience and help our clients arrive in style for any event in the iconic London Black Taxi.

The image of the Black Cab is as quintessentially British as that of the Houses of Parliament, the Union flag or Big Ben. With Black Taxis International our clients get the full red carpet treatment every time they travel with us.

Arrive in style.

Plot 64516, Office 204 Showgrounds Close, Fair Grounds Office Park Gaborone Box 45675 Gaborone, Botswana Tel: +267 3115302 Email: enquiries@bti.co.bw

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DC TOURS Founded in 2008, DC Travel and Tours is one of the leading locally owned business consolidating Travel needs for clients internationally.

DC travel handles international airline ticketing requirements for destinations in Europe, the Middle East, South Pacific, Africa, Asia and Latin America from all areas originating in Southern Africa as well as Domestic Botswana Airline ticketing requirements. We feature a complete, integrated service network/line serving both the travel agency and the carrier with end-to-end solutions. A company rich in its diversity of people and communities, DC serves travel agents and travel customers through its operations. The founder and employees of DC TOURS are experienced travel industry professionals who are passionate about their work.

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provider. Our services spectrum includes Standard rooms, Executive Apartments, Family Rooms and Studio Apartments. Our facilities are unique in a way that they cater for business people as well as travelling families. Some of our apartments are self-catering and whilst there is also a restaurant to cater for those whose cooking skills aren’t the best.

DC Lounge and its sister company DC Tours are a wholly citizen owned organizations that offer complete accommodation services as well as travel services including planning and staffing services for meetings, conventions and group travel, making it your one-stop shop for all your travel needs

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DC TRAVEL & TOURS assist travellers in obtaining air-ticket, visas and insurance, in and out transfers, hotel accommodation, guides and interpreters assistance, and all other types of services necessary to make your visit to Botswana a pleasant and unforgettable one.

Our Services include: • Holiday Packages • Flight Bookings • Cruise Services • Shuttle Services • Tour Promotions • Travel Insurance • Visa Applications • Hotel Bookings The main focus of the business has been to offer corporate clients a comprehensive and cost effective travel capability, delivered with excellent service, something that is often difficult to come by in this very competitive industry. Critical to the Company’s success in this area is the commitment to getting to know each client and their particular requirements, to enable the most cost-effective arrangements to be made for each travel event.

DC TOURS The Travellers Package Plot 54819 Block 5 Tel: +267 391 4450 Email: bookings@dctours.co.za reservations@dclounge.co.bw

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CHAPTER 3

HOTELS, LODGES AND RESORTS

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THE GRAND PALM HOTEL

When it comes to exquisite, comfortable accommodation, cutting-edge conferencing facilities and the ultimate entertainment venue, look no further than the beautiful Grand Palm Hotel, Casino and Convention Resort, located in Gaborone, Botswana – Africa’s premiere tourism destination.

The four-star Peermont Mondior in Gaborone, which recently received exciting new to its 67 suites and studio rooms to the value of P5.3 million, offers African chic style and comfort in the city’s business district. Located less than one kilometer from the University of Botswana, 4km from the Botswana National Museum and 15km from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, Peermont Mondior is a popular accommodation choice for business and leisure travelers from across the continent. It includes an elegant business lounge, secure parking and even a swimming pool, along with a complimentary airport shuttle service and free Wi-Fi throughout the day.

The Grand Palm Hotel also offers business and government guests contemporary conference venues to host productive and dynamic meetings, conferences and other events. Take advantage of unique conference packages designed to cater to every need, including food and beverage preferences, the number of delegates attending and even accommodation – all built into one all-inclusive package.

Taking into consideration how much time delegates and speakers are likely to spend indoors attending meetings and talks, The Grand Palm has invested in a chic contemporary makeover for its Okavango and Moremi conference rooms, to go with the premium look and feel of the Peermont Walmont hotel where the conference rooms are located.

Bonnington Farm, Molepolole Rd, Gaborone, Botswana Tel: +267 363 7777 www.grandpalm.bw

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The Grand Palm’s outdoor Boma is the perfect venue for elegant, relaxed gatherings – from weddings and corporate events to birthday parties and intimate family gatherings. Situated on the far end of the resort complex, this recently refurbished African-style banqueting venue offers charming lake views and spectacular bonfire nights with a variety of menu options tailored to suit each client’s requirements, and can accommodate up to 120 guests.

In addition to the Boma, The Grand Palm offers a variety of dining experiences, including the award-winning Beef Baron Rib and Grill Room, popular Bai Sheng Asian Cuisine Restaurant, Mokolwane Bistro with its outdoor terrace, Kalahari Bar, and the Fig Tree restaurant next to the pool The Grand Palm also recently welcomed the relocation of the Sedibeng Casino from the Cresta Marakanelo Thapama Hotel to its Peermont Metcourt Francistown hotel. With 50 slot machines ranging in denominations from one Thebe to five Pula, eight new video game machines, five new slot machine games, new slot machine bases and re-upholstered chairs with optimum comfort in mind, the casino adds extra excitement to a premium entertainment experience.

The Grand Palm is a Peermont resort. For more information on the Grand Palms and all its exciting offerings, visit www.grandpalm.bw, and Connect on Facebook.

About Peermont Peermont owns or manages 13 casino and hotel properties in South Africa, Botswana and Malawi, including: In South Africa, Peermont owns and manages; Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention and Entertainment Resort, Johannesburg; Graceland Hotel Casino and Country Club, Secunda; Frontier Inn & Casino, Bethlehem; Umfolozi Hotel Casino and Convention Resort, Empangeni; Rio Hotel Casino and Convention Resort, Klerksdorp; Khoroni Hotel Casino and Convention Resort, Thohoyandou; Mmabatho Palms Hotel Casino and Convention Resort in Mafikeng, Thaba Moshate Hotel Casino and Convention Resort, Burgersfort.

In Botswana, Peermont owns and manages The Grand Palm Hotel Casino and Convention Resort, the Gaborone International Convention Centre and the Mondior Hotel in Gaborone; the Metcourt Hotel and Sedibeng Casino in Francistown. In Lilongwe, Malawi, Peermont also manages the Umodzi Park business precinct which includes the President Walmont Hotel, the Bingu Wa Mutharika International Convention Centre (BICC) and the Presidential Villas.

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Picture a place, designed and built with you in mind, a place with breath taking spaces tailored to meet your every need, a place where you are not checked-in but welcomed, where you are not checked-out but bid farewell. A place offering the best in fine dining and ultimate comfort in accommodation.

StayWell Hotels, a citizen owned and run business, (which was formerly known as StayWell Executive Suites, a six-roomed commercial guest house) has now been upgraded seven years later into an elegant 30 roomed contemporary boutique hotel.

This hotel is nestled in a quiet neighborhood just 15 mins drive from Gaborone’s New Central Business District and only 10mins drive from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport.

StayWell Hotels has a variety of exceptional meeting rooms decorated and named after Botswana’s national symbols, from Morula (a sweet wild stone fruit which is a favorite amongst elephants), Motshikiri (a fine grass used for thatching houses), Sengaparile (known as Devil’s Claw and believed to have medicinal properties), Kgori (a royal bird known as the Kgori Bastard). These meeting spaces are fully equipped with a projector, a DVD player and a PA System. Combined, our meeting rooms accommodate up to 100 delegates depending on our patron’s desired seating arrangements.

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StayWell Hotels offers warm, personalized service, whether you are coming in for leisure or business, you can be rest assured that our state of the art facilities with high speed wi-fi will meet your needs. Our clients are guaranteed an elegant and comfortable stay. Our 30 rooms are conveniently and exclusively designed for business and leisure travelers. If you are looking for affordable luxury accommodation, look no further than StayWell hotels.

StayWell Hotels’ Leobo Restaurant gives you an out of this world, mouthwatering local cuisine, where ‘normal’ is unknown and just ‘good’ is not enough. After all the hustle and bustle of the city, wind down with sundowners in our garden, as you get lost to the trickling sound of water from our water fountain.

StayWell Hotels - Experience Something Special

For Bookings/ Enquiries please contact: StayWell Hotels Plot 31375, Mogoditshane Road Tel: +267 3933958 /Mobile: 71398743 Fax: +267 3933974 Email: info@staywell.co.bw Website: www.staywell.co.bw

ROOM50TWO Sets the bar high in luxury hotels The Hospitality industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the world and this is also true for Botswana. It is therefore essential for hospitality businesses to be seen improving their services and providing the best and unique services to keep attracting tourists and Batswana to their facilities. With such a competitive mind set and the desire to provide a niche and different lodging facility, emerges the luxury hotel Room 50Two. Room50Two is a modern luxury hotel in the Itowers South precinct, Botswana’s tallest building, in the centre of the City’s vibrant CBD - suited equally for businessmen, diplomats and newly arrived families seeking comfortable temporary accommodation. It blends the concept of serviced apartments with the hotel.

Room50Two offers stylish environment for a unique lifestyle experience defined by the highest standard of Hospitality. Just a 20 minute drive from the Airport and the Diamond Hub, Room50Two is also in close proximity to all major business centres, Government offices and shopping malls.

Room50Two comprises of 54 en-suite rooms with self-catering facilities, complementary Wi-Fi and other amenities one would expect to find in a premium hotel. The rooms are designed to suit long and short-stayers alike.

Table50Two

Whether enjoying sunset vistas or star-filled nights, Table50Two offers a stunning backdrop for enjoying world-class cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and carefully selected wines while soaking up unparalleled views of Gaborone. Table50Two is an alluring fine dining restaurant and outdoor terrace located on Level 28 of the towering iTowers building in the Cenrtal Business District of Gaborone.

As Gaborone’s only rooftop lounge, Table50Two is a truly exceptional outdoor hangout, expertly balancing sociability with tranquility. The handsomely designed space of sleek surfaces and clean lines are inviting and modern.

Sitting atop the iTowers South building, this jaw dropping establishment could easily take the crown just for being the highest dining venue in Botswana. At these heights, one tends to forget where they are when the mystical allure of the CBD lights takes over the sprawling landscape under the glorious evening

iTower South, New CBD, Gaborone Tel: +267 397 5557 www.room50two.com

sky. If the magical light show isn’t enough to pacify one’s fear of heights, the indoor setting is a classy and comfortable alternative, offering guests a calm and exquisite experience.

Baked into the sumptuous mix of Gaborone’s beautifully fluid cityscape and its elite roster of dining establishments, the restaurant offers an exclusive multi-cuisine menu complemented by a wide-ranging choice of wines and beverages. Table50Two is committed to working hard, and smart, to earn its growing reputation as the perfect place for productive breakfast meetings, corporate power lunches or quiet family dinners that the kids will nostalgically recount to their children and grandchildren in years to come.

Food and drinks at Table50Two are as distinctive as the space itself. In the kitchen, locally sourced ingredients are

composed into creative dishes that are flavorful and great for sharing. Designed to cater to a wide cross section of tastes and palates, the dishes are well-balanced and delicately flavoured, making them suitable for whatever occasion.

Enjoy a variety of specialty cocktails created by our master mixologists as you gather with family and friends to take in the breathtaking views of Gaborone’s picturesque skyline.

Such is the unwavering goal that inspires the passionate service ethic that drives Table50Two staff, to ensure that every client leaves with fond memories of their experience, highlighted by impeccable service and amazing food. That’s why the business goes to great lengths to train and motivate all staff, whether client facing or not.

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TLOTLO HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTRE Tlotlo Hotel & Conference Centre offers luxury accommodation and associated amenities to local, regional and international tourists and travellers.

This facility thrives to be the business and leisure hotel at the Apex of the hospitality and Entertainment Industry of Botswana. It has been operating since September 2012; as a 3 star hotel trading under the parent company, Tlotlo Recreation Centre (Pty) Ltd. It is 100% citizen owned and it was started by Antonia Majinda, operating from Phase 2 Gaborone from October 2002 when it was just providing only conference facilities. The demand for additional service saw the company grow and relocate to a much bigger piece of land at plot 11683, End of Block V, Gaborone, with a much bigger mission of becoming a hotel of grand quality providing luxurious accommodation, state-of-the-art conferencing and entertainment facilities that thrill the customers.

Plot 11683, End Of Block 5, Gaborone P O Box 201493, Gaborone Tel: 3935020 | Fax: 3918122 | Cell: 71234359 Email: reservations@tlotlohotel.co.bw www.tlotlohotel.co.bw

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The hotel offers a wide range of services such as conference and board rooms, accommodation and exhibition space, including all necessary conferencing equipment, amenities and security to business travellers, government institutions, NGOs, private institutions, weddings celebrations, sports, churches, schools and leisure.

Arguably one of the best conferencing centres in the country, at Tlotlo Hotel & Conference Centre rests 6 exceptional state-of-art executive conference rooms, 20 seats boardroom and a 1000 seats convention centre. Inside there is also a wedding and events parlour, fitness facility for stay-in guests, hair and beauty parlour, 2 swimming pools (1 for the public and the other for residents), 3 sublime dining areas in its flagship traditional cuisines served in both buffet and dining a la carte styles (the biggest being able to accommodate 320 people).

The facility offers accommodation with 84 executive rooms flawlessly furnished and with stunning dĂŠcor conducive to a warm and friendly atmosphere.

All of these are 5 star qualities at a 3 star pricing.

AVANI GABORONE RESORT & CASINO

AVANI Gaborone Resort & Casino Situated in the heart of Gaborone’s business district, home to The Botswana Stock Exchange, Debswana Diamond Company, the Southern African Development Community headquarters and financial institutions, AVANI Gaborone is ideally located for leisure and business travellers and local residents’ seeking great food and a variety of entertainment options.

We have 199 guest rooms and recently 156 guest rooms and public spaces including the main entrance and porte cochere have been renovated with the aim of introducing AVANI’s signature design hallmarks. The new contemporary design and technological enhancements make for a modern, functional and relaxing experience.

Riaan van Rooyen, newly appointed General Manager of AVANI Gaborone Resort & Casino said: “It is clearly evident from the sheer size and scale of the renovation that AVANI Hotels & Resorts is committed to cementing relationships with the communities of Gaborone and Botswana as a whole. AVANI Gaborone is now the capital’s leading leisure and business resort.”

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light has been used to great effect, allowing for a communal space where guests can relax, meet and eat. The Pantry offers fresh, quick bites for life on the move, comfort food, fresh fruit juices, barista coffees and more.

The Conservatory, located in the centre of the lobby, provides an informal, communal eatery. Design elements include a leafy graphic design wall, ceiling punkah fans, wicker seating and parquet flooring. The menu features sandwiches, hamburgers, salads and pasta dishes and delivers on AVANI’s promise of honest food, using freshly sourced local ingredients as well as naturally raised poultry and sustainable meat and seafood.

Guests also have the option of two other great restaurants, Savuti Grill and Mahogany’s. Set within lush gardens is a swimming pool and pool bar.

The layout of the guest bedrooms and bathrooms has been redesigned to ensure the best use of space. The design is functional, modern and comfortable. Room features and amenities include free WiFi, dedicated work station with media hub, LCD television with satellite news, sport and movie channels and a rain shower.

The conference centre offers an impressive setting for business and social events in Gaborone with a main conference room accommodating up to 500 guests and five private Seminar Rooms will enrich any meeting.

Chuma Drive, Gaborone, Botswana Tel: +267 361 6000 Email: gaborone@avanihotels.com

Travelodge brings to the market a fresh, energetic and vibrant look.

From our modern colours to our spacious, clean and contemporary interiors, we have created the ambience that makes guests feel comfortable despite being away from home.

Our philosophy veers around providing quality services at affordable rates to our esteemed customers and in catering to their requirements and needs. This is achieved through carrying out a constant review and upgrade of the facilities offered at our Hotels.

we provide include airport transfers, laundry services and conferencing facilities.

Travelodge, with its lively and dynamic look provides services consistent with any International hotel brand. It is Travelodge’s promise to maintain service standards across the various locations.

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This philosophy is sought to be percolated at all levels of the employees, to ensure delivery of complete customer satisfaction.

Gaborone is the gateway to Botswana. Most of the visitors coming to Botswana travel through Gaborone, either by air or by road. People from different parts of Botswana travel to Gaborone for various purposes as it is the administrative and business hub of Botswana.

Travelodge offers spacious contemporary rooms including LED TVs with multi-channel DSTV bouquets, complementary Wi-Fi, tea and coffee self service facilities and room service menus. Other services

Travelodge Gaborone, a modern and contemporary Hotel, stands proudly against the Gaborone Skyline in the secure and tranquil suburb of Block 3. It is a stone throw away from the new CBD, 10 minutes’

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drive from the airport and strategically positioned to access the best Gaborone has to offer, both within and out of the city.

Travelodge started functioning in March 2012 with 82 modern and contemporary designed bed rooms, a multi cuisine restaurant, bar and had 130 secure parking bays.

Due to the increasing number of guests using the hotel and suggestions for a conference centre, Travelodge Gaborone built an extension to the existing hotel.

Phase II comprises of an additional 31 bedrooms, a new reception foyer, a 600 seated Conference Centre, 3 State of the Art Boardrooms, a Gym, Swimming Pool and entertainment area as well as extensive secure car parking facilities with beautifully landscaped gardens.

TraveLodge Kasane

Travelodge Kasane comprises of 68 rooms, Restaurant, Pool, Bar and 200 seated conference centres.

Kasane, being the premier tourist destination in Botswana attracts tourists from all over the world.

Travelodge brings into the market a three star business class hotel which is the first of its kind in Kasane. It is intended to cater for the requirements of business travellers who need a good night’s rest and do not want to stay in facilities meant for the tourist market.

Kalahari Arms Hotel (Ghanzi)

The latest addition to the family is the Kalahari Arms Hotel which opened its door the first time on 5 January 1962. The Hotel is situated in the centre of Ghanzi, the cattle capital of Botswana, in the western part of Botswana. Ghanzi is situated on a limestone ridge, abundant with groundwater, and consists of a thriving community and the centre of a substantial cattle and game ranching industry.

The Hotel today consists of a total of 26 en-suite rooms; 14 en-suite chalets and 1 presidential suite.

We have a large pool to cool off in the Kalahari Desert on a hot day; all rooms are air-conditioned with 9 DStv channels to choose from and have coffee/ tea facilities.

We also offer a state of the art conference hall with 100 seat capacity, big screen presentations with a hightech audio system.

Kalahari Arms Hotel is currently undergoing renovations and there on after will be rebranded to Travelodge Ghanzi.

www.travelodge.co.bw

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LODGING REFINED 18 Year Celebration

Planet Lodge was established in 1999 at a time when there was shortage of accommodation and hospitality in the city. It had its humble beginnings first in Extension 4 South Ring road, plot 514 and following its growth it paved way for Planet Lodge 2 which is located at Plot 65877 along Bokaa road off Kubu road in Block 3, Gaborone Botswana. In those days the demand for accommodation was high and we got into the industry, established our mark and did our best.

Planet Lodge 2 is a premier hotel facility comprising of 21 ensuite rooms which are differently configured to suit your individual accommodation needs. We offer accommodation, conference facilities, catering, and host events such as parties, weddings, pageants and music shows. We also offer special weekend packages and rates to our locals as a way of promoting domestic tourism. We are in close proximity to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport, Airport Junction Mall, West Gate Mall, The Central Business District (CBD), Sebele Mall, major banking facilities and other service areas.

All rooms have high speed internet connection, split air condition, television sets with 11 DSTV channels, fridges, digital safe, reading desk, double beds and internal dialling phone lines.

Self-catering facilities in the platinum rooms and a well-equipped and modern conference facility for your conferencing and seminars. For your outdoor recreational needs, we have a swimming pool, thatch roofed bar and garden with water fountain. For memorable wedding photo shoots, bridal showers, lunches or kiddies parties, contact admin@planetlodges.com for more information.

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Email: admin@planetlodges.com www.planetlodges.com

Room types

Gold Room; it has a combination of a standing shower, a toilet and double bed. It is the perfect for a short stay for a budget traveller.

Gold Executive; it is a descent moderate room that is comfortable and comes with all standard necessities. It has its own ensuite bathroom with a hand shower and double bed.

Diamond Executive; it is a standard room consisting of bedroom with its own bathroom (bath tub and a hand held shower), flat screen with DSTV channels, built in wardrobes, digital safes, air conditioned, reading study desks, telephone and coffee station.

Platinum Palace; it comprises of a bedroom with an inter-leading door to a small kitchenette with a lounge, kitchen untensils, hotplate stove and micro oven. The platinum palace boasts free city landscape overview. It is quite a spacious room type and suitable for long stays.

Planet Lodge 1

Planet Lodge 1 is a medium cost facility that offers services to cater for low budget travelers. Rates are rooms only and breakfast is available at a minimal cost.

All six rooms have double beds, flat screen televisions, mini fridges, coffee or tea making facilities, air conditioners and electric safes. The lodge’s location allows easy access to the Main Mall, South Ring Mall and African Mall.

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Single sharing bathroom; Double sharing bathroom; Single En-suite and double en-suite. We have well trained staff who will ensure you have a wonderful stay in both Planet Lodge 1 and 2.

The year 2017 marks Planet Lodge’s 18 years celebration. To celebrate this milestone Planet Lodge will be launching its loyalty card as way of appreciating clients that have been part of this amazing journey. The loyalty card will reward clients in the form of discounts on our services.

CHAPTER 4

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RHAPSODY’S Since opening its doors in 2012, Rhapsody’s has remained the restaurant of choice for those seeking a combination of superb culinary flair, effortless ambiance, and an extensive array of superior wines.

Our ethos “Indulge your Senses” drives us to ensure we offer a consistent quality service to our discerning clientele. Whether it’s a corporate lunch, mid-morning brunch, with the family, or dinner for two, our trained staff will be there to happily assist you with your Rhapsody’s experience.

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It is with great pleasure that we announce the opening of our second store at Mowana Park Shopping Mall. To expand and open a branch in Phakalane seemed the natural thing to do. Having already established a large and loyal client base North of Gaborone, people are already aware of us, and knowing the area well, Phakalane became our area of choice for the second store.

Rhapsody’s has continuing plans to grow the business. Our expansion plan is to

begin by delving into the surrounding areas, building a local network, and then branching out further from there.

As a business we are still performing well in spite of the recession and we have great belief and confidence in what we are doing, hence the opening of an additional store.

Gaborone@rhapsodys.co.bw Tel: +267 392 3989 | Fax: +267 392 3984 Facebook: rhapsodysgaborone

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RODIZIO

Brazilian Restaurant A memorable mouth watering journey into Brazil, that’s what you find when you enter any of the Rodizio Restaurants.

It’s a unique Brazilian oasis to enrich your African experience. An Island passionate about good food committed to authenticity and very excited about sharing our love for the cuisine of Brazil.

It’s as memorable as the rumba sounds of the Rio Carnival or the rhythmic Samba with its unique drums and sounds.

Just as the sounds of Brazil echo the talking drum of East Africa or the cowhide Conga drums of Southern Africa so does the Rodizio menu echo its amazing influence on Brazilian cuisine?

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opened a year ago in Mowana Park; Phakalane which sees the service of patrons on two ends of Greater Gaborone.

Rodizio Group of Restaurants are very cozy and quiet therefore ideal for family gatherings over the weekends more so that children under the age of six eat for free and children between 6 and 12 pay half price on the signature meal. During the week however it becomes extremely corporate and often hosts formal functions for various organizations.

It would not be a Rodizio experience if the Meat Lover’s Choice does not make an appearance to the table with all its glory and gadgets.

The Meat Lover’s Choice is comprised of various chicken, beef, lamb and pork cuts which are literally bottomless as they keep on coming until you absolutely cannot stomach another bite. With the meats constantly being rotated on the Rotisserie which interestingly directly translates to Rodizio it maintains its juicy nature. In order to maintain the natural meaty flavor, Rodizio goes easy on the spices and flavorings and primarily use bay leaves as no one would want to tamper with the Botswana beef as Botswana beef is the best.

Not a meat person or want to take a break from it? Let’s go to the sea.

We have the towns’ best offering on seafood. Mouthwatering seasonings are what we utilize in order to maintain the natural taste of our shellfish.

For any rendezvous, a little walk down the cocktail alley would not hurt, to start off the occasion; our Brazilian specialties are exclusively served in a unique pineapple shell available seasonally. With a wide range of wines to choose from and the perfect whisky/brandy for any mood, your glass will never run dry in our stores GUARANTEED.

Phakalane: +267 318 0804 Riverwalk: +267 392 4428/73003671 rodizio@brobemail.co.bw

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THE TEST KITCHEN We are a local restaurant that has proudly provided outside catering services to the business community, and private clients for over two years. Our commitment to provide high quality food along with prompt attentive service has earned us a reputation that we are very proud of.

The Test Kitchen offers catering for all types of business functions. At The Test Kitchen, we understand the enormous responsibility of corporate event coordinators such as yourself. We take pride in providing the highest quality food, plus prompt and attentive service so that you can be confident in selecting us as your caterer.

Our fully trained staff has recognised qualifications in culinary arts, and we are well used to dealing with large, high profile events, where preparation and careful attention to detail really matters.

We use nothing but the freshest ingredients and we maintain strict quality control, by producing more than 90% of all our food in-house. Only specialist products are sourced externally and in such cases, only the finest suppliers are selected.

We have built our reputation on dependability and our willingness to deliver exactly what the customer wants, every time. That means that we are perfectly happy to work with you to produce tailor made a tailor made menu, where the emphasis might be on healthy eating, local produce or any other special dietary requirements.

We also provide the entire glassware, crockery, cutlery and other equipment you might need.

Tel: +267 311 1012 The Test Kitchen The Test Kitchen

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BENJU (PTY) LTD

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Benju was established in May 2004 as a specialized Liquor Distributor due to the fact that there was, at that time, a gap in the market for such an organization. The founders of the company identified the gap and thus Benju was born.

The company come from humble beginnings; with just the two estates under Anglo-American wines namely Boschendal & Vergelegen Estates. However, since then Benju has grown from strength to strength and has amassed an extensive portfolio that includes two of the world’s largest spirit houses; Pernod Ricard, which houses the likes of Jameson, Chivas Regal, The Glenlivet, Absolut Vodka and many more, as well as The Really Great Brands Company (RGBC) who are responsible for Jack Daniels, Southern Comfort and Moet & Chandon amongst many others.

Benju is also home to over twenty wine estates; Robertson, Van Loveren, Arabella, Springfield and Rupert & Rothschild to name just a few that are under their careful care.

In the time that Benju has been established it has managed to cement itself as one of Botswana’s leading spirit, wine and related products distributors to the wholesale, retail and HORECA trade throughout the country.

The company’s success, apart from its vast and differing portfolio of products, has been due to its clear-cut focus on all aspects of the liquor trade and providing a high level of customer service at all levels to its customers as well as having an exceedingly motivated and dedicated Sales, Marketing and Warehouse team.

Tel: +267 391 3635 Fax: +267 390 8692 Email: jennifer@benju.biz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ BenjuDistributors/ Instagram: benju_liquor_distributors Twitter: @BenjuBW

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MONT CATERING AND REFRIGERATION Much more than just a catchy slogan, “Always ahead for you” is the dedicated and proactive marketing strategy of Mont - the underlying sense of competitiveness, the need that we have to always be the best - is what has always set us apart from any and all competitors.

Staffed by driven and determined workers at every level who are all enthusiastic about what we do.

Whether you are looking to expand your business or you are just getting started, Mont can provide you with all of the tools you need to ensure that your business can take its spot at the top of the pile.

There is no other choice if you are looking to provide the best service to your customers than to use a company that provides the best possible service to theirs.

Since the company’s inception in 2003, Mont has been the leader in supplying various top quality air conditioning, refrigeration components, baking and butcher businesses.

Mont has worked hard for many years to gain the reputation that “we are the best” and we work even harder to maintain it. It is a source of immense pride to everybody at Mont that we are known as the best; and we do everything possible to ensure that we always will be.

At Mont, we see a large amount of repeat customers and this is because once you have used Mont Catering and Refrigeration, you will never have need for another company. Due to our reputation as a top class and fair supplier with a strong work ethic and a moral outlook, we own the sole agent and distribution of Midea air conditioning supplies in Botswana and beyond.

It is our attitude, outlook and honest approach to business that has led us to gain these important contracts. The loyalty we have shown to our clients has been returned and this is how we have ensured that they will have individual contracts such as these. Mont catering and Refrigeration is not simply a supplier, we supply specifically designed products and packages.

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Domestic and commercial air conditioning, VRF and packaged units Cold-rooms, Dropdown, Ducted, Roll-up refrigeration systems Backup Generators CATERING – Bakery, Butcher, cooking and Dishwashing equipment, Cleaning Equipment

OBJECTIVES

Our clients - we are always aiming to provide the best possible service from the point of first contact to the point of delivery. Mont proudly boasts with competitive prices, outstanding service and the highest level of customer satisfaction.

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The combination of priority between clients and employee is the key to Mont Catering and Refrigeration’s constantly growing reputation as a service that prides ourselves on continuous and mutually beneficial relationships between us and our clients.

PRINCIPLES CLIENT FOCUSED SERVICE

At Mont Catering and Refrigeration we always start with the need of the client, beginning with meetings with clients to find out the exact needs of each individual and making sure all of these needs are provided for fully within the service provided.

CUSTOMISATION

The specific needs of each client are of the upmost importance, Mont will customize the services provided to every customer. No two services will ever be the same; as we understand that no two clients are the same.

However big or small the requirements of a business are, we have the skills and experience to ensure that the best possible service is provided.

VALUE

We pride ourselves on the ability to provide the best possible service and product to our customers at affordable prices. Services are provided at a competitive rate while never compromising the level and quality of service provided to each individual client.

EFFICIENCY

At Mont Catering and Refrigeration we provide not only excellent, but also timely service to our customers. We understand that timescale is often as important as product and despite being in constant demand, we will always make time to provide the best quality service to the individual time frame of each client. We guarantee timely responses to all enquiries at all stages of communication with clients and a guarantee that products and services will always be supplied and delivered in a timely and efficient fashion.

In 2017, Mont has opened 3 branches: Mont Francistown, Mont Maun and Mont Palapye, bringing the total to 5 shops - including Mont Rustenburg RSA and Mont Headquarters in Gaborone. In 2018, we will continue to expand our vision to come closer to our clients in strategic towns and urban villages in Botswana and beyond.

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Who We Are

Gaborone Electronics (Pty) Ltd (GE) is a 100% citizen-owned company that was established in May 1993. During its humble beginnings, GE mainly focused on small electronic repairs, installation of gate motors and electric fencing. In the following years, the company gradually expanded to take on servicing of catering equipment and eventually laundry equipment for the local market.

GE had its big break in 1999 when it undertook the supply and installation of laundry equipment for the University of Botswana. At the time, it was the biggest project of its nature in the entire country.

From then on, GE was on a rise, having been awarded agent status for several internationally-renowned brands in the laundry and catering sector.

Due to the fast growth in our two fields of Laundry and Security, in 2002 GE decided to make two distinct divisions in order to provide a more professional service.

As a result, GE Security and GE Laundry & Catering were born.

"25 Years in Botswana" Tel: +267 390 9003 Fax: +267 390 5427 Email: info@gaboroneelectronics.co.bw

What We Do

GE Laundry & Catering (GELC) is a specialized contracting company, which offers one-stop-shop site solutions targeted towards the hospitality and QSR industry (i.e. hotels, restaurants, lodges, camps, etc).

The company’s services include the supply, installation, service and/or repair of equipment for laundry, catering, refrigeration, cold rooms, butchery and bakery, as well as kitchen smalls, cutlery and crockery.

The company is also able to supply accommodation requirements and related items for mine camps.

Furthermore, the company provides its clients with CAD designs and turnkey site solutions. From a home-based laundry business, to a five-star restaurant, to a state-of-the-art hospital, to a 4000-man mine camp - GE Laundry & Catering is capable and experienced to cater to every need.

What We Have Achieved

Throughout the years, GELC has established its presence in Botswana as one of the leading suppliers of industrial laundry and catering equipment. From its inception to date, the company continues to strive for and achieve consistent growth. In fact, two satellite offices have been opened recently in Francistown and Kasane to accomodate the demand in the northern regions of the country.

As the industry leader in Botswana, GELC has been appointed as an authorised distributor and warranty centre by various brands in the laundry, catering, refrigeration, bakery and butchery industries. Since 1998, GE is the sole authorised agent for Lead Laundry & Catering (Pty) Ltd, one of the largest laundry and catering importers in the southern hemisphere.

GE Laundry & Catering represents the following brands, among others: Speed Queen, Girbau, Fagor, Tullis, Unimac, Capdan, Hallde, Cambro, BCE, Anvil, Scotsman, Fuel Gas, Just Refrigeration, Franke, ZIP, SinkMaster, Macadams, Vulcan Catering, Kwikot, SnoMaster, Taylor, Glacier, Ventpro and Ansul.

What We Strive For

At GE, we are never satisfied to be in one place. We always try to think outside the box providing a sevice/ work that is unique and up to date with modern trends and culture.

“We believe that learning is an endless process that cultivates growth within ourselves and satisfaction to customers.”

We are a dynamic company, continually casting our nets further – we know no limits. To us, borders are no boundaries – we are open and willing to do business inside AND outside Botswana.

No individual customer or business project is too little or too big for us to take on. Gaborone Electronics has been here for the past 25 years, and we intend to be here for more years to come.

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CHAPTER 5

FASHION, RETAIL AND DÉCOR

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FASHION FUSION

Reflecting the dual existence of tradition and modernization in Botswana.

Fashion is a popular style or practice, particularly in clothing, footwear, accessories, makeup, hairstyle and body and is constantly evolving and changing. Fashion is a distinctive and often constant trend in the style in which a person dresses.

Fashion goes further than clothing and into the manner we desire to live our lives.

Meaning, fashion influences our lifestyle. Fashion is constantly influenced by cultural changes, such as modernization, art and even technological innovation. With constantly changing trends, and a wider concept that is narrowed down to Fabric, Apparel, and Accessories, and is vastly influenced by a particular heritage and culture of a country, combined with new age ideas and modern influencers from around the world.

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Botswana has rich and interesting clothing traditions, with many of them formed under the influence of colonizers and missionaries who appeared in Botswana in the 19-20th centuries. The Tswana traditional fashion has always borrowed from a mixture of both western and African countries’ fashion cultures with fabrics and patterns. For instance, the German print fabric, felt fabric and African print fabrics stand out as popular features of Tswana fashion.

We cannot begin to tell the Botswana fashion story without first identifying the iconic Mogagolwane blanket that is widely regarded as a cultural token and forms an important part of who we are as Batswana.

It is from Africa’s diverse and rich culture that modern African fashion has been influenced. Fashion in Botswana is where traditional wear and globalised Euro-centric style meet, in a clash of colour and eclectic design. Seeing young, emerging designers using their creativity to produce ranges that represent the limitlessness of African talent and showcasing them to the world.

Characteristic traits of local fashion include German print, which is called Leteise in Tswana culture, as well as African patterning.

Female design lines boast puffed sleeves, embroidery on the front of the garment and a circular wrap-around skirt shape. For the Motswana man it’s all about felt formal jackets and trench coats known as Mohlangoma, with a strong eye for tailoring and fit.

These days there are many up and coming Batswana fashion designers who are making themselves known, such as Black Trash Clothin› and MAKAY La DIVA, with some maintaining traditional clothing designs and others mixing the traditional and modern patterns; while the rest have strictly gone Europeanstyle.

Fashion designer Blacktrash on a location shoot with his models in Gaborone, Botswana.

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You will generally find the showcase of the latest fashions and trends being displayed in everyday life of the Batswana people, but most significantly at all the major events and entertainment activities happening throughout the year, from Weddings to Beauty pageants, Night clubs and Fashion shows, where all Batswana turn up in their finest to showcase their personal fashionista styles; proving that it is evident that modern Botswana fashion and beauty truly confirm the dual existence of tradition and modernization in Botswana.

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DELAYNA SCOTT DESIGNS DELAYNA SCOTT IS A GUYANESE BORN FASHION DESIGNER BASED IN BOTSWANA. She was born in Georgetown Guyana South America / Caribbean islands. She relocated to Botswana in 1999 at age 14 and did her last year of high school and tertiary education.

She holds a degree in Pharmacy Technician and Graphic Design. In 2007 she enrolled at Limkokwing University where she pursued her passion for fashion. In 2010 after completing her degree in Fashion and Apparel Design as best graduating student, Delayna Scott designs was founded…

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Since the birth of Delayna Scott Designs she has participated in numerous fashion shows, winning Best Overall Designer in 2011 in the inaugural Botswana fashion week.

In 2012 she participated in the Color In The Desert fashion show amongst some of Africa’s best designers Kohan Gertude Coetzee, Taibo baccar, Thula Sindi just to name a few. Her designs were also showcased at the London Africa fashion week 2012 under the Limkokwing University fashion club collection and she recently showcased at the Masa Hotel annual fashion show in 2017.

About the brand Delayna Scott Designs is a women’s clothing brand carrying the slogan “Perfectly Woman” DSD brand is for women who are seeking edgy yet timeless elegant classy pieces.

Her designs are for women who want to feel good, loves her body; is comfortable in it, is confident and not afraid to explore different styles of designs.

Email: delaynamelissa@yahoo.com

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MONSIEUR COLLECTIONS Monsieur Collections is a locally run and owned men’s fashion retailer that focuses on upscale formal and smart casual wear for its young to mature discerning male customers. Its headquarters are in Gaborone, Botswana. Monsieur Collections is an official stockist of international brands such as the French leisure brand LeCoq Sportif; American edgy denim label G-Star Raw; GANT a smart casual brand out of Sweden and Turkey’s foremost menswear brand, DS Damat. The company operates 3 branches in both Gaborone and Swakopmund, Namibia.

Having started off as an independent local men’s boutique with just one shop, the company has grown to three boutiques. Its first being in Masa Centre and the flagship store nestled in Game City’s new division with a third in Windhoek, Namibia.

Monsieur Collections is notable for being the goto store for tailored suits inspired by the right cut, silhouette, structure and proportion. It’s uncompromising use of unique fabrics exclusively made for refined suits or blazers, using yarn (spun thread used for knitting, weaving, or sewing) of the highest quality, makes the clothes’ shapes and colours come alive, creating wonderful shades and variations that are a pleasure to touch and wear.

Email: Info@monsieurcollections.com Cell: +267 72616909

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HISTORY

Founded in 2011, Monsieur Collections was intent on establishing its reputation as the ‘who is who’ gentlemen’s store in Gaborone at a time when quality menswear was a scarce and most men had to take the mandatory trip to neighbouring Johannesburg to find international menswear quality brands. It was this mission to match and excel international menswear quality that inspired the French related name – Monsieur Collections. Well known for their impeccable taste in food, champagne, and love and more importantly their simple but elegant fashion, the French were a natural fit for the name that translates to a stylish man’s collection of clothes.

MARKETING AND BRAND IDENTITY

Monsieur Collections is known for its simple but sleek French moustache logo. And to those in the know, carrying a shopping bag emblazoned with this logo is inside speak for class and elegance.

The logo’s openness symbolises a man’s freedom to choose who he wants to be, more importantly, how he wants to dress. Visually, the store’s marketing imagery of that of smart and classic men in locally relevant surroundings, because the in store style is meant to appeal to local men, though internationally sourced.

Beyond the clothes, Monsieur Collections is a lifestyle brand for the discerning man and in this regard, the brand has indeed walked the talk. Recently the boutique store has run makeover competitions for its customer. In addition, it treated the most stylish men in town to a

full male grooming session. When the world renowned G Star Raw brand – which music celebrity Pharrell Williams designs for – was launched locally, four young men won the enviable VIP tickets to the exclusive launch.

PRODUCTS

For 6 years running, Monsieur Collections’ fashion lines have been unfailingly been the classic man range and smart casual category. The classic line has succeeded in delivering a masculine interpretation of daily items and clothing for the Men, precisely defined with a mixture of classic & contemporary attitudes. Under this line are pristinely tailored suits, slim fit shirts, blazers, jackets, bespoke shoes and gentlemen’s accessories. The classic category houses brands such as DS Damat and GANT. On the other hand, the smart casual line through flawless and understated elegance puts out polo t-shirts, staple chinos, summer shorts and the quintessential leisure trainers. The resultant look is understated but subtle elegance. Brands that cater to this division are G – Star and Lecoq Sportif.

So if looking good is an important item on your agenda as it should be, then we suggest you follow Yves Saint Laurent’s advice that fashions fade but style is eternal, and invest in a classic and stylish wardrobe from the best in the business.

Looking good isn’t self-importance, it’s self-respect. - Charles Hix

WOODMAN INTERIORS A world with well-designed spaces is a better world, we wake up from spaces, we work within spaces and we interact in spaces, basically our environment influences how our days are structured therefore interior design is a supreme of our living.

Having seen a gap in the industry, Woodman Interiors (Pty) Ltd was registered not only to educate the market and make people understand what design is about but to also provide convenient services that speaks to everyday people.

ABOUT Established in 2014, Woodman Interiors (Pty) Ltd is an interior design firm directed and led by a female by the name of Letitia Woodman and under her wing is a team of vibrant female designers. She is all about empowering females in the industry of design to the last detail of installation and fittings. Woodman aims to equip women with the skills in a male dominant field and the response has been amazing.

“We design with you” was our initial slogan as our designs are inspired by our client’s brief and needs, therefore we worked to execute its function, comfort and aesthetic aspect.

DESIGN The firm specializes in space planning, furniture design, décor and implementation of turnkey projects of all kinds.

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At Woodman Interiors (Pty) Ltd we are passionate about creativity and cutting-edge corporate, residential, retail, hospitality and commercial designs. Our strength lies in our passion for creativity bringing unique elements to both contemporary modern design and traditional designs. We take pride in designing and planning spaces and environments that are ergonomic and welcoming.

We also understand how important it is to invest time in getting to know the client and their space integrity so we can deliver a truly innovative design and build a solution for their home, workplace and design features that are part of your everyday life. Therefore, we have a team of experts that will ensure that your vision is delivered to meet expectations - on time and on budget. We are also committed to forging long-term partnership or relationships with our clients.

TECHNICAL / SYSTEM Design is an art to which a few steps have to be taken and they include: • Brief of project establishment / consultation • Conceptualization and development • Site analysis and supervision • Project management

With all this documentation, the project is kept for client’s feel and appreciation before the project is physically executed.

Over the few years we have been in business we have developed a project management approach that focuses on minimizing the effect of relocation or refurbishment on day-day business practice or living space enabling your team to focus on their core business and living activities.

RESPONSIBILITY We believe in what we do as a team and we take high responsibility to each and every design that we execute because it is a brand image for our clients and Woodman Interiors (Pty) Ltd. Our firm delivers high quality, aesthetic yet feasible spaces that are jaw dropping and leave the client impressed. Our responsibility is to exceed your expectations by delivering a successful project within the agreed time scale and budget.

PROJECTS Amongst all the amazing projects that we had a hand in SPEDU (Selibe-Phikwe Economic Diversification Unit) was an exciting opportunity for Woodman interior design team. Letitia Woodman takes pride in this project as it means that she was giving back to the town she was born in and Selibe Phikwe being a town filled with interior design students with installation skills from the old VTC this was and still is a good opportunity to engage young people and make them aware of the misunderstood industry of interior design. We knew that sometimes giving to the community is not about money but also about educating them on things they live with.

They say you can never forget your first love, well Mhele café was one of those lovers we part to never forget. The internet café is one of the projects we take pride in as it is our first masterpiece and witnessing the client’s appreciation we knew then that we are going to change spaces and lives one day at a time.

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CAMELOT SPA AT THE GRAND PALM

Where therapy meets luxury.

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In the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city of Gaborone, lies a place of tranquillity and luxurious therapy – the Camelot Spa at the Grand Palm. The location of the Spa is something of an intriguing juxtaposition; a tranquil, luxurious ambience placed against the backdrop of one of the city’s busiest hospitality establishments, dense bush forests and a meandering river that surround it. A visit to the Spa equates being transported from one world into another; the two (2) worlds separated by nothing more than a door.

As soon as one steps through the entrance into Camelot Spa, all their senses are engaged by the colours, textures, scents of the surroundings and the smiles of the friendly, professional staff. Camelot Spa at the Grand Palm is borne of the heritage that the Camelot Spa brand internationally has come to be known for; impeccable quality and a balanced approach to wellness and mindfulness. The multi award-winning spa brand has carved an image for itself as a destination where mind, body and soul are pampered to the highest quality standards.

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When one walks through Camelot Spa at the Grand Palm, there is magic to discover around every corner. The space has been designed to provide guests with the highest level of comfort, relaxation and rejuvenation. One can be forgiven for never wanting to leave this sanctuary; this little piece of heaven on earth.

Upon arrival, the guest is ushered into the changing rooms that have been tastefully designed to offer privacy and luxury at the same time. The Relax Room is an opportunity to sprawl the body on an oversized day bed and allow the senses to be transported into a space of complete relaxation while awaiting treatment.

The friendly staff will offer the guest a relaxation tea or water, to kick-start the relaxation and rejuvenation process. Once the guest has been ushered into the treatment room, they are transported into a physical, spiritual and mental journey of complete peace, complemented by a feeling of being in good hands.

The spa treatments and therapies at Camelot Spat have been designed to de-stress, re-energise and transform your body, mind and soul into a place of rejuvenation and wellness. The spa offers a wide range of treatments and therapies including massage therapy, skin care therapy, make-up and beauty treatments, spa body treatments, hydrotherapy, waxing, as well as nail treatments.

Part of the ethos of the Camelot Spa brand is quality.

Therefore it is not surprising that the brand is affiliated with Thalgo marine products, CSpa Aroma Wellness and Bio Sculpture gel, which are all leading brands in their categories.

A visit to Camelot Spa at the Grand Palm is a luxurious transportation of the mind, body and soul to a place of complete tranquillity for those looking for relaxation, rejuvenation and re-balancing. It is the perfect escape from the frantic urban life into a space where one reconnects with self.

The Grand Palm Hotel, Bonnington Farm, Molepolole Road, Gaborone, Botswana Tel: +267 363 7787/88 Email: grandpalm@camelotspa.co.za www.camelotspa.co.za

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t Rejuvenate Beauty and Slimming Spa, your beauty and slimming concerns are our priority.We offer the highest quality treatments and products constantly striving to keep up to date with new treatments to ensure that our service to you is delivered to the highest level possible. Whether you need a simple wax or a full holistic spa escape to recharge your batteries.

BEAUTY SERVICES We live in a world where everyone is self-conscious and we want to be able to help our clients look the way they want, through the various services we provide. It is important to note that our services cater for a wide range of clients, be they male or female, young or old, professional and students.

What is your concern?

Acne scars, Pimples, Blemishes, Pigmentation (ditshubaba), Enlarged pores Uneven skin tone, Sun burn, Clogged pores, Blackheads, Whiteheads Stretch marks, Receding hairline (machiepe/phandlane), Skin tags (dikakana) SLIMMING SERVICES The norm is that people often opt for dieting, running or manual training to burn fat, however, there are those stubborn fat areas, that we target. We are not taking away from living a healthy lifestyle and exercising. In fact our slimming therapy works better and faster for people who manage their diet and exercise. There are certain limitations that hinder people from exercising, from finding the time and location to the fear and lack of security in open training areas.

What is your concern?

Beer belly, Mummy tummy, Saggy breasts, Love handle, Bye bye arms, Cellulite

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Rejuvenate Beauty and Slimming Spa is offering a one spot slimming therapy through the latest technology.

PRESSOTHERAPY Pressotherapy is an exclusive detoxifying treatment, which through effective lymphatic drainage, helps to promote the body's natural toxin clearing functions. The revitalization and oxygenation of the tissue helps to slim and redefine the legs, stomach and arms while enhancing skin tone.

RF Radio Frequency delivers energy to the areas of fat by driving controlled heat deep within the fat cells and subsequently destroys them.

Radiofrequency is a very versatile procedure that can be used on any area of the body – from large areas like the abdomen to very small areas such as the chin – with the same degree of success. It uses sound waves to vibrate and cause mechanical disruption of fat cells causing them to break down.

CAVITATION Ultrasound Cavitation is a non-invasive and painless fat removal technique designed to break down fat cells instantly. The device transmits concentrated levels of ultrasonic energy that target and destroy subcutaneous fat cells in the fat cell membrane. The fat is then dispersed into surrounding cells and recycled into proteins and glycerol.

ELECTROTHERAPY Electrotherapy is excellent for weight loss and muscle toning. It is a powerful, safe and painless alternative to surgery or drugs, achieving rapid results with no downtime. The soothing electro-stimulation breaks up fat and strengthens, tones and firms abdominals, glutes, legs, arms and love handles.

SLIMMING SPA LED Light Theraphy

Breast Lifting and Tightening

Hair Regrowth

Pressotherapy GABORONE;Located in African Mall,by Mega Size College and Block 3 by the Spar Complex,unit 6 Call 3936791 or 74643584 to make your bookings FRANCISTOWN;In Minestone Plot 7027 just a 'stone's throw away' from GALO MALL. Call 2415230 or 74664559 to make your bookings

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BODY SIGNATURE ‘Stay Beautiful’

As a contemporary society, we are so consumed by the need meet personal goals that we hardly give a thought to the accompanying demands on our physical and mental welfare. Communities are built on thriving families and individuals, who must make the essential effort to take care of themselves physically and mentally, if we are to sustain our rate of social development.

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truth is that in order to achieve a sense of acceptance, belonging and confidence, which tend to motivate people to function at their best in society, they must look and feel good. The type and nature of humanity’s cosmetic usage is typically influenced by their practical concerns, which could be environmental, class or conventions of beauty.

Body Signature is located at The Village Complex; plot 4921 on the fringes of Gaborone, an area bordering Tlokweng in the South East district. The business appeals to the individual’s desire to stay beautiful,

promoting a higher level of confidence and enhanced self-esteem. Body Signature provides massages, customized beauty treatments, skin care packages and nail services that deliver an awesome experience and a timeless aesthetic. With a team of certified professionals, Body Signature promises its clientele an unbeatable service experience in a pleasantly sanitized environment.

The business is built around sustainable and responsible client care practices as well as environmentally friendly products. Body Signature carries the ESSE skincare range for gentle, yet effective therapies, which are based on organic products that contain natural herbs, oils and extracts. There are no synthetic pesticides, fertilisers or genetically modified ingredients involved in the production of the ESSE range, which makes it better for the environment, and allows the products to be gentle on the skin, with drastically reduced chemical residues. ESSE is certified

by Ecocert in France, and Beauty without Cruelty.

Body Signature is the place to visit for a wonderful and extremely relaxing spa experience with an attractive pool view, where one can spend extraordinary moments in the capable hands of the pleasant staff. The services menu includes reasonable and inexpensive priced beauty treatments that are designed to encourage more Batswana to take better care of themselves, as part of a healthy lifestyle.

Stay beautiful with Body Signature.

The Village Complex, Plot 4921, Gaborone Tel: +267 72265623 Email: bodysignaturespa@live.com

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MOSHA BEAUTY AND SLIMMING SPA

For many years, company owner Sharmaine Ernst has been dreaming of opening a spa where people can relax and have a bit of ‘me-time’ away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

In January 2015 her dream finally started to become a reality when she decided to buy slimming machines and get the ball rolling. After a year of hard work and planning, Mosha Beauty and Slimming Spa ceased to be a dream when we finally opened our doors on 12 March 2016.

At Mosha Beauty and Slimming Spa we specialize in all things related to ‘creating a better you’. We want people to feel refreshed and renewed after each of our beauty and slimming treatments.

We know very well how the stresses of every day life can become overwhelming, and it is our job to help people relax and unwind in an environment where those stresses can be forgotten for at least a little while.

Plot 51502 Aha Close Kgale View, Gaborone, Botswana Tel: +267 316 4472 Email: moshabeauty@yahoo.com moshabeautyspa@gmail.com

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We want to be a leader in improving the health and wellness of our community by providing excellent client services, using only the best quality products and healthy practices. We want to be known for our reliability, flexibility, honesty and outstanding service to our customers, colleagues, vendors and our community. We know that by emphasizing the strength of quality and loyalty, success and longevity will naturally follow.

We at Mosha Beauty and Slimming Spa want to inspire every client in achieving their personal best. We are dedicated to providing a memorable experience to each guest through exceptional service, quality products and expert advice. We hold ourselves accountable for exceeding our clients’ highest expectations and recognize every client as our ultimate focus. Our mission is to create an environment where inner and outer beauty, wellness, diversity and laughter are celebrated in a relaxing fashion.

INDULGENCE AQUA AND DAY SPA Relax, Unwind and Indulge Indulgence Aqua and Day Spa is an up-market establishment nestled in Masa Square, at the heart of Gaborone’s Central Business District.

We believe in giving every customer an experience that surpasses their expectations.

With our range of services such as beauty therapy, feet therapy and hands therapy, we aim to have our clients rejuvenated, energised and beaming with life when they walk out of our doors. We have immense pride in our trained therapists who provide clients with the highest standards of beauty care and attention.

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We offer a wide variety of services, each delivered with passion and dedication. Our extensive suite of massages is created as an answer to the diverse needs of our customers. Our renowned Aromatherapy Massage, African Calabash, Dancing fingers, Rhythm of the Back, Feet and Back Massage, are just some of our massages tailormade to make our customers feel refreshed, rejuvenated and ready to take on the world.

Our Salon Care facial techniques are deep cleansing facials that renew skin radiance and replenish moisture, while the Thango facial range uses natural processes for the Thalgo Spa Skin Treatment, Micronised Marine Algae Facial, Hydra-Moisture Source Facial, Thalgodermyl Purifying Skin Treatment, Collagen Skin Treamtment, three Algae Marine Body Wrap among others. We also offer a variety of packages for groups, couples and individuals for full and half day treatments, because we understand that our clients may want to share the Indulgence experience with their loved ones.

Whether it is weight loss, muscle tone or cellulite removal our clients want, we have just the solution. Due to popular demand, we have introduced the Indulgence cellulite treatment and slimming programmes that help our clients look the part they want to look. With a few sessions organised, our customers walk away with a spring in their step, happy about the service and the holistic solutions we offer.

We believe in the mantra that beauty is a two-way investment; we therefore meet our clients halfway in working towards them looking and feeling their best. At Indulgence, we go the extra mile to ensure that our clients are given the best care with each experience they have with us. Ours is the perfect place to spoil yourself or your loved ones; the perfect place to relax, unwind and indulge.

Recently introduced services: • Aqua Mud Wrap • Ozone therapy • Thai Massage

AFROBELLA HAIR STUDIO Wouldn’t it be a God send to have a salon that tends to your hair needs as per your expectations and desire? Afrobella Hair Studio otherwise known as Botswana‘s first natural hair salon zeroes in on caring for natural hair. If you thought your hair had just hit a dead end, think again! Let your natural locks thrive with Afrobella.

Needless to say,the relationship you have with your hair doesn’t have to be a tug-of-war. As a matter of fact afro queens would by all means rejoice at the realisation of having their hair exquisitely pampered and cared for by the hair lords from washing, styling to hair products best designated for natural hair.

Caring for natural hair • Wash 2 times per week • Use sulphate-free shampoos such as Aunt Jackie, Native Child and Cantu. Sulphate is not good for natural hair because it dries and breaks natural hair • Alternatively, use a co-wash (conditioner) • After washing, apply the LOC (Liquid or Leave-in conditioner, Oil, Cream/Butter) method. Liquid and conditioner to moisturise hair and oil as the last step to lock in the moisture

Tools to use for natural hair • Wide tooth combs • Detangling brush • Spray bottle • Oil applicant • Cover hair with a satin scarf (best since it doesn’t strip the hair of its moisture) Styling natural hair • Buns (maphondo) • Bantu knots (small, medium, thick) • Two strand twist

AfroBella Natural Hair Studio!

If you need your hair pampered from the root to ends, then AfroBella Natural Hair Studio is for you. The caring and experienced hair specialists have the express goal to bring out your individual, natural beauty. AfroBella Natural Hair Studio is staffed by the most qualified hair experts in the industry. www.afrobellahair.com

Whether you need a New Look, Hair Hydration or HairRepair Services.

Check out our services, and call us to make an appointment today! .

By Appointment only.

Our Services Include: • Hydration & Strengthening Treatments • Transition from relaxed to natural hair services • Silkening & Temporary Straightening Services • Rod set • Spiral Set • Straw Set • 2 Strand Twist Set • Protective Styles • Crochet • Up-dos and formal hair • Hair color • Gray Coverage

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elebrity Stylist and makeup Artist, creative, business focused, with a profound ability to create the clean elegant face, flawless make up application with efficiency and precision in the areas of Beauty/Editorial, Bridal/Personal, Commercial, TV/Film, Red Carpet and Air Brush. Based in Botswana & SA, Diamond is widely known as the go-to makeup artist among the industry’s best. His expertise has taken this make up mogul to greater lengths in the entertainment and corporate space.

With a Career now spanning over a decade, he continues to be Botswana’s busiest, pro-celebrity makeup Artist. He is regularly booked for advertising campaigns, magazine editorials, corporate shoots and TV work and you will regularly see his work gracing billboards and serveral publications.

He has worked with many celebrities, both international and home grown, including Oscar Award winning actress Terry Pheto, David Oyelowo, American star Eve at Urban legends, Khanyi Mbau, Nandi Madiba, Bonang Matheba, Hugh Masekela, Sipho Hotstix Mabuze and Women of jazz to name a few.

Diamond brings a professional attitude, an artistic eye, a sense of fun, and impeccable attention to detail to every job. In addition to his broad range of talent and expertise, he brings his dynamic qualities to his work, balancing devotion and professionalism with a sense of excitement and creativity. He continues to do makeup and last but certainly not least, he is constantly striving to learn, grow, and expand his awareness.

“Being creative as well as finding and enhancing the perfection in people is my passion and purpose.

Mastering the clean elegant face”.

Mission

​ o provide luxury 5-star service that caters to the individual aesthetic T needs of my clientele. My goal is to provide every client with an experience that will not empower them to appreciate both their internal and external beauty and to embrace it as a tool in pursuing their life’s purpose. I am also committed to using high-end products while providing clientele with un-paralleled customer service.

Vision

To utilise my talents, gifts and passion for the beauty industry, to empower and uplift women of all ethnicities to realize the scope of their full potential in this world. It is a business motivated by the client’s that I serve. Professional makeup application will be offered at a competitive rate, without compromising quality, professionalism or customer service. The ultimate goal is to bridge together the harmony of the client’s inner confidence with their outer beauty.

Product

The quality and type of products that I use is just as important as the application process itself. For this reason I use only the best.

Therefore, my secondary brand of choice is Anastasia Beverhills, a celebrity endorsed product, that took the beauty industry by storm at its inception. Followed by NYX, a product line that even the novice makeup artist can use to create an urban look that is wearable from 9-5.

Tel: +267 77483360 | +267 77111610 The GURU mynameistlhomamo

Highlights

2010 Introduced synthetic, individual and mink eyelashes culture in Botswana alongside pearls & Lillies 2012 Appointed Beauty & Wellness Editor for Botshelo Magazine and online Beauty Contributer for Media24 2013 Appointed Head Makeup Designer for Mareledi TV Drama Series produced by Makgabaneng 2014 Peoples choice Makeup Artiste at Proffessional Beauty show & accredited by the Guild of celebrity makeup Artists 2015 Appointed Miss Botswana Judge, focused on Beauty with a Purpose and Talent development 2016 Artiste Influencer for cancer awareness month campaign powered by Cancer association of South Africa; which was highly applauded by First Lady MaTobeka Zuma that “Brave men wear pink” • Panelist on “The Makeup Project”, a television programme looking for Best Makeup Artists in the land. In conjuction with Belle Seabo Beauty, Maxine Makeup and Abigail Kope • Re-appointed Miss Botswana Judge for the 50th Diamond Jubilee Queen • Stylist & Celebrity Artiste for “A United Kingdom movie” featuring Terry Pheto who played Naledi Khama, as well as David Oyelowo and Rosamund Pike • Head of Art for Nnunu Ramogotsi’s Mmasonoko Project which scooped awards here at home and nominations at the All Africa Music Awards • Held the 2nd Annual Guru Makeup Master class which mentored over 15 Makeup Artists to date • Joined Botswana unplugged online as Beauty & Fashion Writer • UNICEF 50Minutes for Children Ambassador & Influencer • Nominated at the Abryanz Style & Fashion Awards for Makeup Artiste of the year (Southern Africa)

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BY NAMY Nametso Ledimo is a young lady born in Maun, Botswana. She is a bachelor in media studies graduate from the University of Botswana. She is an entrepreneur, makeup enthusiast and a beauty vlogger.

At just the age of 24, she is a self-taught full time makeup artist based in Gaborone, Botswana and has worked with local artists such as Samantha Mogwe, Motswafere, FiFi ,Yaw Bannerman and Veezo View just to name a few, while still looking after her private clients.

The story of how her business started is truly interesting. When she started studying at the university her acne; which is a skin disorder rapidly worsened and she developed acne

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scars. In an attempt to cover them because it was so hard to get rid of them, she started watching YouTube tutorials on how to do your own makeup and how to cover your acne scars.

The more videos she watched the more she became good at hiding the acne scars and not only did she looked enhanced, she also felt confident and from that she wanted to make other people feel the same way.

People perceive makeup differently - some say it’s deceitful, but to her it is all about the feeling that you get after applying it on your face. Makeup is art, expression and passion, it’s not a mask. She had the idea of starting her own business but she was scared, she didn’t know if people around her would accept the fact that she wanted to be a makeup artist so she backed out of the idea until one day one of her friends, Motswafere complimented her on how differently she looked without makeup; not that she’s not beautiful - but how she can just enhance her features, he further asked her if she ever tried applying makeup on other people and if not she should start doing so. From that point on she started applying makeup on her friends and family and she became great at it; and that is how Beauty By Namy began. She started her own YouTube channel the beginning of 2016 to teach and show people how to do their own makeup and that it’s okay to have acne and acne scars or any other skin disorder.

People love how her makeup looks natural even though they have makeup on. She is constantly working on improving her skills as there are always new trends in the beauty industry. Her favorite makeup artist in the world based in Nigeria, Africa is Anita Brows, her work and her success has definitely inspired her to do more.

Nametso has finally found her purpose in life and is working hard to create a success out of it.

The biggest advice she would give to someone is to stop procrastinating, stop dwelling on what hasn’t happened, focus on the good around you and keep working on your strengths and let it pave the way.

Makeup tip: Always prep your skin before applying makeup. Apply your moisturizer and primer as a base before you apply your foundation.

For bookings: +267 75591859 Email: nametsoledimo@gmail.com Beauty by Namy Beauty by Namy Beauty by Namy

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Birthed by Letsema Lei Gaefhele, Beauty by Lei is rooted in ensuring that one’s inside beauty is reflected from the outside, uplifting one’s confidence and self esteem through beauty advice and makeup.

A virtual business that prides itself on quality, convenience and affordability, Beauty by Lei as a lifestyle brand providing its clientele with beauty and makeup solutions for any occasion.

Our services range from professional makeup artistry, bridal, event makeup sessions, and corporate photo shoots. We also offer group and private classes on makeup application for individuals, corporates and aspiring makeup artists.

Beauty by Lei also offers Personal Makeup Shopping for individuals who need assistance in buying the right products for their skin.

As a community brand, Beauty by Lei’s Corporate Social Responsibility is centred on changing the lives of those great at heart and strong in mind and in action by offering makeovers and makeup lessons to individuals who have experienced trauma that has affected their physical appearance; thus resulting in a loss of confidence and esteem. We believe in putting our clients’ presence first; we customise our service to each clients’ specification to ensure that the client is comfortable and happy with their makeover Our clientele ranges from individuals, celebrities, brides and companies such as CEDA, Gambling Authority, BOmaid and Liberty Life.

In our year of operation Beauty by Lei has invested in growing its digital footprint as the nature of our business is visual, our potential clients get to view our previous work on our social media platforms prior to them booking an appointment.

For further information: Tel: +267 72207401 Beauty by lei beautybyletsemalei Email: beautybyleibookings@gmail.com

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HEALTH GENERATION Health Generation is Botswana’s first and only juicesmoothie and salad bar.

This brand was founded with a spirited heart and an ambition to offer healthy alternatives that include raw, cold pressed juices, delicious smoothies and nutritious food-to-go that fosters a happier mind, body and soul - a health heaven in Botswana.

Health Generation first opened its doors in 2014 and now currently has three outlets in Gaborone, located at airport junction mall, the central business district (cbd) inside Jack’s Gym and village complex.

Through the hustle and bustle of our daily lives we unintentionally neglect and forget to nurture our bodies. Ultimately not giving our ‘temple’ the attention it needs, wants, and so deserves. Our juice cleanse program is designed to give our insides a little ‘R&R’ from our hectic lifestyles. The main goal of our juices is to flood our bodies with countless vitamins and minerals, allowing the body to rid itself 166

of toxin build-up. Juicing heals your body from the inside out and as you continue to incorporate raw juices in your diet, you’ll begin to see improvements in your skin. Health Generation primarily sells freshly squeezed beverages that have been juiced from locally sourced fruits and vegetables, guaranteeing freshness. To cater for a wider consumer base, other product complements include salads, sandwiches, wraps, snacks, ice cream and hot beverages; all prepared in an open area for the consumer to see and promote transparency.

We strongly believe that “your health is your greatest wealth.”

We hope to see all generations eating healthier and making more conscious food choices that reshape their consumption habits. Through our different corporate packages, we make office deliveries, for breakfast, lunch, board meetings and special events. Stock the office kitchen with nutritious snacks and enough variety to continually excite your whole team.

P.O Box 40180 Shop 14A, Airport Junction Mall Gaborone, Botswana Tel: +267 3181510 Cell: +267 74687000 Email: Healthgenerationbw@gmail.com

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EMERGENCY ASSIST 991 WHO WE ARE:

Emergency Assist 991 is an assistance company that offers fully integrated, world-class roadside assistance services, call centre services, pre-hospital care that includes both air & road evacuation, home assist services and first aid training. We are dedicated to achieving and maintaining the highest standards in every facet of operations. Protocols, training, equipment and staff are constantly updated and Emergency Assist 991 strives to offer the best optimal response times and technical expertise in line with international standards.

WHAT WE STAND FOR: VISION

To be recognized as the best and most reliable Emergency Assistance company in the market.

MISSION

We render 24/7 world class emergency assistance by providing emergency medical services and roadside assistance, all supported by a state of art emergency call centre and life support training.

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Reliable Exceeding customer expectations Compassionate Open and transparent Innovative Team oriented

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Plot 20695, Unit 5. Cnr Sekotlo & Magochanyama Road. Off Western-Bypass Tel : +267 3904537 Email: info@ea991.co.bw www.emergencyassist.co.bw

OUR SERVICES: 24HR ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE SERVICES

Our roadside assistance packages offer our members access to complete vehicle cover enjoyed countrywide as well as in South Africa, Namibia and Zimbabwe.

24HR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES

We offer a fully integrated pre-hospital care assistance that includes evacuation by both road or air transportation.

24HR CALL CENTRE ASSISTANCE SERVICES

We operate a state of art 24hr call centre staffed with well trained and experienced assistance agents, capable of dealing with all sorts of emergency calls.

HOME ASSIST COVER

This is a 24 Hour assistance line catering to the needs of our members when an emergency affects their homes. We handle all common home emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Orthosurge Botswana (Pty) Limited is a wholly citizen owned registered wholesaler/distributor of Pharmaceuticals and Surgicals, Medical equipment and Furniture, Laboratory equipment, Reagents and Veterinary services which was incorporated in April 1986 and commenced its operations in March 1995.

The company is based in Botswana‘s Capital City of Gaborone. Since its operation Orthosurge Botswana has grown from the staff of three; to sixty members of staff. The Founding Director invested quite a lot in the company and for the past 10 years Orthosurge Botswana has been very innovative; resulting in a tremendous expansion into various disciplines.

The company is amongst the reputable companies in Botswana’s medical equipment sector. The company partners with highly recognized manufacturers globally to offer services in the health sector and distributes medicines both to private and public hospitals, private practitioners and industrial clinics. Orthosurge Pharmaceuticals offers disease management in sleep disorders, renal and oxygen therapy diseases. The company also provides after sale services through its Engineering department which is solely responsible for installation, training and repairs for all the equipment and instruments supplied.

The company’s current focus is mainly on Medical Laboratory equipment and Surgical supplies. This is on the background that most clinical decisions are made based on laboratory tests and that if laboratories do not function properly doctors would not be able to do their jobs adequately.

The company has invested in training top quality personnel and is able to work with prestigious international partners while striving towards supplying quality products that satisfy the requirements of the Botswana market.

The company’s long term vision is to be the market leader in the provision of Healthcare products and services in Botswana and the SADC region; and to do so in an environment that fosters teamwork, creativity and diversity.

The market leader in the provision of Healthcare Products and Services in Botswana and the SADC region.

P.O. Box 2493 Gaborone, Botswana Plot 20654, ext. 34, Savute Road, Broadhurst Ind. Sites, Block 3, Gaborone Tel: +267 3902526 Fax: +267 3956977 Email: Orthosurge@info.bw info@orthosurge.bw

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CELEBRATING 21 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE THROUGH EDUCATION The college’s mandate is to provide a solution towards the skills capacity building and human capital development to meet the economic needs in Botswana and globally.

Vision

To be a Leading Business University of Choice in Africa and Beyond

Mission

To advance knowledge and skills in business education through teaching and learning, research and community engagement to meet the needs of the economy The college values underpinning the strategy are as follows: • Excellence: Continuous pursuit of highest quality to enable commitment to the mandate

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of BAC and maintain standards that are globally recognised.

Collaboration: We are committed to working together as a team and in partnership with others for efficiency and effectiveness.

Innovation: We promote generation and implementation of new ideas for impactful change.

Integrity: We uphold moral, ethical and professional principles in our engagements.

Humility: We embrace other people’s ideas and opinions and are courteous to others all the time.

Excellence through quality

The college is committed to continuously deliver quality through various initiatives; • Infusion of entrepreneurship across programmes at undergraduate level to compliment Government efforts towards

growing the small to medium size businesses to diversity the economy and create employment.

• Providing quality education and student learning experience, leading to market ready graduates who can compete globally as employees and job creators.

• Building leadership skills base of Botswana by introducing a wide range of Post Graduate programs at Master’s Degree level and at Consultancy and Corporate Learning School.

Strategic Collaborations

To ensure market relevance of the courses, the college has stakeholder engagement at the core of its strategy. Some of the partnerships include the one with the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal Board (PPADB) which has birthed the Certificate in Public Sector Procurement and Tender Process Management. A similar example is the Post Graduate Diploma in Taxation short course which has been made successful through the partnership with Botswana Unified Revenue Service (BURS). In addition to the courses and programmes, the college continually partners with industry to drive experiential learning of its graduates through attachments.

Most BAC programmes are offered in collaboration with internationally recognised universities; University of Derby, University of Sunderland and Sheffield Hallam University and professional bodies (ACCA, CIMA, AAT and BICA).

The College’s unique selling point is quality.

Achievements

2017 BHRDS Best Overall Exhibitor & Best Local Public Institution award winner

Ms Arona Legotlhwane CIMA 3rd Year Student Ranked 7th in the world for the 2017 Operational Case Study

2017 BICA Tuition Provider of the Year Winner – graduated additional 8 certified professional accountants making a total of 14 all trained from BAC

The 2017/2018 Inspirational Award winner is Ms Agang Nicole Bakwena and she will be visiting SHU on a student exchange programme this year

There are two 2017/2018 Inspirational Lecturer Award winners Mr Munyaradzi Nyandoro and Mr Ademola Samuel Oluwaranti and Ademola attended the award ceremony at SHU last month.

Infiny Tech – a company formed by a team of BAC alumni in collaboration with graduates from other institutions with a focus to provide smart technological solutions

Training Provider

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Expansion and Growth

The College continuously seeks opportunities to introduce new programmes to meet market requirements. Three additional postgraduate programmes were introduced; • Postgraduate Diploma in Business Process Integration • Master of Arts in Procurement and Logistics Management • Master of Business Administration The above was introduced to enhance skills gaps in ICT, procurement and logistics management as well as business acumen and leadership.

BAC had the privilege to be offered to use the Francistown College of Education premises which was transformed into a BAC and BOCODOL Centre of Learning in a bid for the government to further maximise the utilization of existing government resources. BAC then relocated its operations from Barclays Plaza to Francistown College of Education (FCE) premises. The move allowed BAC to consolidate and optimise its’ own resources. The move to FCE has seen a great improvement in service provision to the student- both in the classroom and outside. The facility provides 160 beds student resident with a fully fletched kitchen dining area, multi-purpose hall, sports fields and grounds for recreational activities.

In extending its footprint and interacting with both existing and prospective students, the college has engaged with current and prospective students through exhibitions locally and in the region. The college is proud to have obtained the 2017 Best Overall Exhibitor and 1st Prize Local Public Institution awards at the Botswana Human Resource Development Skills Fair and Career Clinics. This is a badge of honour, and a demonstration of the dedication and excellent team effort from all stakeholders. It is also motivation for the team to continue delivering quality tertiary education and grooming aspiring leaders who will add value to the economic diversification and growth of our Country.

Collaboration with industry is key in developing initiatives to increase student internships, staff attachment to industry, guest lecturing by industry experts, joint conferences and sharing of facilities. Partnerships were identified with Local Enterprise Authority, Ernst and Young, Bryte Insurance and University of Botswana.

To champion business excellence and value creation, BAC hosts Stakeholder Engagement activities. The aim is to connect business ideas and create opportunities for the business community in the City of Francistown and the northern region. It is in pursuit for long term partnership with the Francistown City Council and its community that BAC continues to support capacity building and skills development in various sectors of the economy with the aim to uplift and positively impact on the City’s developmental goals including poverty eradication efforts. Other guests included industry stakeholders, Senior Secondary School heads and the media.

Increasing Education Funding

Chobe Holdings offered BAC a scholarship for four students to study either International Hospitality Management or International Tourism Management. One student is sponsored per annum, the overall sponsorship is worth more than P1,1 million. To date two students have been sponsored.

Barclays Bank of Botswana has pledged to sponsor some students to study at Botswana Accountancy College through the Barclays Dr. Festus Mogae Foundation Scholarship for a minimum of three students to pursue Commerce and Information Technology courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

We continue to seek partnership with industry to increase education funding.

Corporate Social Investment

In today’s business world, most companies have made deliberate plans to be responsible corporate citizens and take part in programmes intended to enhance, rehabilitate and enrich the livelihoods of the communities in which they operate. BAC is no exception. The institution has been actively engaging in various community projects at institutional and student levels.

Activity

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Impact

Reward for Excellence

BAC contributed care packs and stationery to 24 Dutlwe Primary School for excelling in their 2016 Primary School Leaving Examinations.

To instill confidence on the pupils and motivate them to keep the working hard towards their school work.

Peer Education

A donation of a toiletry basket to the SOS children village (The basket included toothbrushes, toothpastes and bathing soaps assorted) at an amount of P1529.00

Education on personal hygiene and to improve welfare and livelihood of student living in the Village with limited resources

Christian Fellowship

Donation of clothes to Bontleng Community

To help the less privileged with clothes and give them a sense of togetherness in the community

Importance of Fruits

Tourism level 6 group planted Fruit trees to Tagala Primary School, Kgotla and clinic which are all in Gerald estates worth P900

To increase plant life in the area and teach the community the importance of environmental friendliness

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Graduate Employability and Entrepreneurship

The Botswana Accountancy College has alumni in the market is more than ten thousand professionals. In addition to that, the institution has a student led consultant club called the Business Hive. Seventy (70) student consultant graduates from the Local Enterprise Authority(LEA) Graduate Consultancy Programme in which graduates contribute by providing and implementing practical business solutions for LEA SMEs clients. The partnership, reinforced by the Memorandum of Understanding between the College and LEA gives student consultants opportunities to provide services in taxation, management accounting, strategy, ICT as well as management. Some of the student consultants have found employment while others have ventured into running their own business consultancy operations.

The second Botswana Job Summit was held from 10th -11th October 2016 themed “Maximizing job creation through effective policy and strategy implementation�. BAC sponsored a session on Creating Jobs with The Youth in Mind: Where are the Opportunities. The key note speaker was Mr Ephraim Rwamwenge, Managing Director and Founder of the Rwa Group, a BAC CIMA alumni based in Rwanda.

The institution introduced Unleash the Entrepreneur, Live your Dreams with BAC. An initiative to inspire unemployed BAC alumni including partnership with graduates from other institutions to come up with business proposals for start-ups with a determination to nurture innovation and encourage the youth to consider entrepreneurship as an alternative career option.

Youth Empowerment

It is the communities within which we operate that our students come from.

It is therefore inherent that we endeavour to engage with them to establish relationships as well as identify opportunities to enrich their livelihoods.

Being the renowned business school, it is imperative for us impart knowledge and skills to encourage the youth in our communities to be innovative, selfreliant and capacitate them to make their dreams a reality.

The table below indicates activities conducted to enrich and empower communities thereby leading to reduction and alleviation of poverty; Activity

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Impact

Francistown Youth Seminar

Motivational and coaching sessions for 300 out of school and unemployed youth.

Instill sense of self confidence, influence their choice of education and share information on employment opportunities including entrepreneurship

Palapye Youth Training

Sponsored training for 90 unemployed youth in Palapye on introductory business management skills

Empowered the Youth with essential business skills to start up their own ventures to sustain themselves

Sir Ketumile Masire Foundation

Youth Skills Development & Networking Seminar; BAC presented on Leadership

Motivational talk to guide the Youth on leadership skills, the role of a leader and core values of leadership

Table 2: Youth Empowerment Activities

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Celebrating over

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Botswana Accountancy College is a business school that was set up over two decades ago to contribute towards the human capital development in Botswana and beyond. Although the name suggests that the College offers accounting programmes, BAC has over the years diversified its product portfolio to offer business, leisure, management and ICT programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level as well as consultancy courses to augment professional skills. In achieving this diversification, the college has partnered with UK based University of Derby, University of Sunderland, Sheffield Hallam University and professional bodies such as Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) to allow our graduates to have globally recognized qualifications and be globally competitive.

With two campuses in Gaborone and Francistown and over 10, 000 alumni in the market, the Institution aspires to be the leading Business School of Choice in Africa and beyond through delivery of quality tertiary education to create future leaders who will add value to the economic growth of Botswana and the world Gaborone Campus Plot Number 50661 Fairgrounds International P/Bag 000319 Gaborone, Botswana Tel: (+267) 3953 062 Fax: (+267) 3904 103 Francistown Campus Plot Number 31403 Moffat Street P/Bag 137 Francistown, Botswana Tel: (+267) 2410 558 Fax: (+267) 2410 534

Botswana Accountancy College @BAC_BW www.bac.ac.bw

BAC@BW Botswana Accountancy College

BAC strives to provide students with the capabilities and skills which position them as future leaders and effective participators in the country’s wealth creation. Arguably one of only very few tertiary institutions of its kind in the Southern African region, BAC offers a differentiated business model underpinned by a diversified suite of courseware in its portfolio of offerings.

The College offers globally recognised and accredited qualifications, promoting Botswana's standing as a knowledge-based society. BAC drives towards skills development at national level, capacity for building and transformation of the economies.

Our Archievements • More than 10 000 professionals graduated across various disciplines.

• All the 14 first ever BICA graduates trained at BAC. • BAC is the only ACCA Platinum Partner in Botswana and one of seven in Africa.

• BAC is the only CIMA Premium Learning Partner in Botswana and one of the five in Africa.

• The winner of the 2016 AAT International Training Provider of the Year Award.

• In 2016 BAC celebrated 20 years of creating business leaders.

• BAC Won 2016 Best Public University Award and 2017 Best Local Public Institution and Overall Exhibitor Award at the Botswana Human Resource Development Skills Fair and Career Clinics.

• BAC is a member of the Association of African Universities and International Association of Universities.

• BAC is the PMR Africa Diamond Arrow Award Winner of 2016.

Global Partnerships with recognised Universities

strategic and collaborative relationships with internationally recognised University of Derby, University of Sunderland and Sheffiled Hallam University in the UK as well as international professional bodies.

• Memberships • Association of African Universities • International Association of Universities

Programmes

The College offers specialized programs at various levels that comprise of, Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Professional Accounting and professional short courses. These academic offerings provide students with access to critical academic thinking, leadership and service opportunities throughout their period of study.

Postgrdaduate Programmes

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MSc Strategic Management MSc Information Technology Management MSc Project Management MA Procurement & Logistics Management MBA Masters in Business Administration

School of Finance and Professional Studies Programmes: • CIMA (Chartered Institute of Management Accountants) • • AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians) • • BICA (Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants) • Graduate Diploma in Taxation • Insurance Institute of South Africa • CIPS (Chartered Institute of Purchase and Supply) School of Business & Leisure • BA( Hons) Accounting & Finance • BA (Hons) Business Management • BA (Hons) Business Entrepreneurship & Leadership • BA (Hons) International Tourism Management • BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management • BA (Hons) International Banking & Finance School of Computing and Information Systems • BSc (Hons) Applied Business Computing • BSc (Hons) Computer Systems Engineering • BSc (Hons) Mobile Technologies • BSc (Hons) Information Communication Technology • BSc (Hons) Business Intelligence and Data Analytics • BSc (Hons) Network Computing ICT Industry Skills Centre • SAP Acedemy • Microsoft Acedemy • CISCO Academy number of short executive leadership courses for corporate clients, including: • Enterprise Risk Management • Postgraduate Certificate in Infrastructure Finance • Process Management • Postgraduate Certificate in Public Sector Project Management •

Stop Press: BA ISAGO becomes first institution to achieve BQA Board approval University status under new BQA Act and regulations.

This recognition marks another significant milestone in the history of the institution.

It’s a typical warm December day in Gaborone; the heat is fiercely setting in as it normally does this time of the year. It has been a long year for many; one can feel the energy of people and places starting to wind down by a few notches, in anticipation of the year-end holidays.

This, however, is not the case at the BA ISAGO University campus in Block 7. The energy is palpable; the mood is in high gear. One could be forgiven for thinking that the University is just kicking off their year. BA ISAGO University has just celebrated another key milestone in its growth and transformation to become the higher learning institution of choice in Botswana. The milestone is the official opening of a 2000-capacity multi-purpose hall, a recreational facility and a 200-capacity pavilion; a project valued at over P64 million. These are imposing pieces of infrastructure that quietly but unmistakably affirm the current and envisioned status of the University; to become the leading tertiary education institution in Botswana by 2022.

When one tracks the history of BA ISAGO University from inception in 2002 to the force that it is today, one can’t help but be inspired by this journey of measured, continuous growth. From its first enrolment of just 50 students at the then only campus in Francistown, to over 3,000 today in three (3) impressive campuses across the country; the growth is undeniable. This growth extends beyond enrolment numbers. Students at BA ISAGO are exposed to international level programmes through the

GABORONE CAMPUS 11 Koi Street, Peolwane (Block 7), Gaborone Tel.: (+267) 3957744 Fax: (+267) 3957709 Email: gaborone.campus@baisago.co.bw

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University’s collaboration with internationally renowned institutions that include the University of South Africa (UNISA) and the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) in Zimbabwe.

In 2015, BA ISAGO was awarded full University status, marking another milestone and cementing its place among leading institutions of higher learning in the region, and further enhancing the status of the qualifications obtained by graduates. The University is able to offer a diverse suite of programmes from Certificate to Master’s degree level, on a part-time or full-time basis.

The University boasts impressive alumni of Real Estate/ Built Environment and Commerce professionals. It has just received an accreditation in its Actuarial Science programme, making it the only institution in Botswana to offer this accredited programme.

Recognising the direction in which Botswana’s economy and labour market requirements are growing, BA ISAGO is continuously introducing programmes that complement the needs of industry, but also position graduates to be globally competitive. Through its Centre for Professional Development and Consultancy, has proved itself to be a valuable partner to industry in that it is able to offer off-the-shelf and customised training and development solutions to assist companies to grow their human capital.

In the new strategic direction, adopted recently, the University understands that our success is, and must

FRANCISTOWN CAMPUS Haskins Building, Plot 1602/3, Off Sam Nujoma Road, Light Industrial Site, Francistown Tel.: (+267) 2418780 • Fax: (+267) 2418778 Email: francistown.campus@baisago.co.bw

MAUN CAMPUS Plot 394, Mabudutsana Ward, corner of Moremi 3 Road and Mogalakwe Road, Maun Tel.: (+267) 6867021 • Fax: (+267) 6867021 Email: maun.campus@baisago.co.bw

remain and be built on providing a “unique student experience” that goes beyond successful academic learning and graduation certificates. In a competitive global world, it takes much more to positively transform the lives of our students and customers. Accordingly, the University will continue to ingrain and incorporate into their daily endeavours, the following four objectives: I. II. III. IV.

A Student-centred approach Embracing innovation and driving positive change with industry Building a positive team spirit and, Focusing on results with reward for high performance.

There is no doubt that BA ISAGO is carving a compelling vision for its future and the future of its graduates. To date, the University has produced graduates in various niche fields. Many of these graduates have gone on to become successful professionals and entrepreneurs, laying testament to the fact that the University is a relevant, key partner in skills development and employment-preparedness in the country. The next five (5) years promise to be an exciting period for BA ISAGO, as the University takes another leap in its growth strategy to become a world-class institution with homegrown roots.

PROGRAMME LIST FACULTY OF COMMERCE UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Entrepreneurship • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Marketing Management (Recognised by CIM) • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Economics • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Banking and Finance • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Human Resources Management • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Risk Management • Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) in Risk Management and Insurance (NUST) • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Transport Management & Faculty of Commerce Logistics •• Bachelor Certificate in Business(Hons) Management of Commerce Degree in Actuarial Science •• Bachelor Certificate in Entrepreneurship of Commerce (Hons) Degree in Fiscal Studies

Programme List

• Certificate in Human Resource Management •DIPLOMA Diploma in Marketing Management PROGRAMMES •• Diploma DiplomaininMarketing Transport Management and Logistics •• Diploma DiplomaininTransport Insurance Management and Logistics •• Diploma DiplomaininInsurance Entrepreneurship •• Diploma DiplomaininEntrepreneurship Accounting •• Diploma DiplomaininAccounting Development and Disaster Management (NUST) (Only in-service trainees) •CERTIFICATE Bachelor ofPROGRAMMES Commerce Degree in Entrepreneurship •• Certificate Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting in Human Resource Management • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Banking and Finance • Certificate in Business Management • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Human Resource • Certificate in Entrepreneurship Management • Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Transport Management PROFESSIONAL and LogisticsPROGRAMMES AccountingDegree Technicians (AAT) •• Association Bachelor ofofCommerce in Risk Management of Management (CIMA) and •• Chartered Bachelor Institute of Commerce Degree inAccountants Risk Management • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Insurance (NUST) Institute of Purchasing andAdministration Supplies (CIPS) •• Chartered Postgraduate Diploma in Business • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) (SBL-UNISA) Accountancy (FIA- ACCA) •• Foundation Masters in In Business Leadership (SBL-UNISA) • • • •

Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants (BICA) PASTEL CISCO ICDL

FACULTY OF LAW & PARA-LEGAL STUDIES UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES • Bachelor of Arts in Law and Public Administration DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES • Diploma in Law • Diploma in Court Administration CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES • Certificate in Law • Certificate in Customary Law • Certificate in Court Administration Faculty of the Built Environment, and • Foundation and Intermediate Arts Course forSciences Deputy Sheriffs and • Certificate in Real Estate Court Bailiffs

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Diploma in Real Estate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Real Estate Bachelor of Science Degree in Quantity Surveying

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Bachelor of Education (Social Studies) Bachelor of Education (General) UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES Bachelor of of Education (English • Bachelor Commerce DegreeLanguage) in Real Estate Bachelor of of Education • Bachelor Science in(Mathematics) Quantity Surveying Postgraduate in Educational Leadership & • Bachelor of Diploma Arts in Landscape Architecture Management

FACULTY OF THE BUILT Faculty of Education ENVIRONMENT, ARTS & • Certificate In Vocational Education And Training (CVET) • National Professional Diploma In Education (NPDE) SCIENCE • Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Development)

DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES

Faculty of Lawinand Para-LegalHealth Studies • Diploma Occupational and Safety Management • Foundation Intermediate Course for Deputy Sheriffs • Diploma inand Real Estate and Court Bailiffs • Diploma in Disaster Management (NUST) • Certificate in Law • Certificate in Customary Law CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME • Certificate in Court Administration • Certificate in Real Estate • Diploma in Law • Diploma in Court Administration Headof Office / Gaborone Campus • Bachelor Arts in Law and Public Administration HeadDitimamodimo Office / Gaborone 1111Koi (Block7), Gaborone KoiStreet, Street, Peolwane (Block 7),Campus Gaborone

Head Office Head / Gaborone Office / Gaborone Campus Campus 11 Koi Street, Ditimamodimo (Block7), Gaborone T (+267) 3957744 11 Koi Street, 11 Koi Ditimamodimo Street, Ditimamodimo (Block7), (Block7), Gaborone Gaborone (+267) 3957744 FT(+267) 3957709 T (+267) 3957744 T (+267) 3957744 F (+267) 3957709 gaborone.campus@baisago.ac.bw F (+267) 3957709 F (+267) 3957709 gaborone.campus@baisago.ac.bw gaborone.campus@baisago.ac.bw gaborone.campus@baisago.ac.bw Francistown Campus Francistown Campus Haskins Building, Plot 1602/3, OffCampus Sam Nujoma Road, Francistown Francistown Campus Haskins Building, PlotPlot 1602/3, OffNujoma Sam Nujoma Road, Light Industrial Site, Francistown Haskins Building, Haskins Plot Building, 1602/3, Off 1602/3, Sam Off Sam Road, Nujoma Road, Light Industrial Site, Francistown T (+267) 2418780 Light Industrial Light Industrial Site, Francistown Site, Francistown Applicants must have at least three Have obtained at least four creditsT (+267) Must have 5 credits in Botswana (+267) 2418780 FT(+267) 2418778 2418780 T (+267) 2418780 POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES F (+267) 2418778 francistown.campus@baisago.ac.bw F (+267) 2418778 F (+267) 2418778 at Botswana General Certificate at Botswana General Certificate General Certificate of Secondary francistown.campus@baisago.ac.bw francistown.campus@baisago.ac.bw francistown.campus@baisago.ac.bw • credits Post Graduate Diploma in Educational Leadership and Maun Satellite Campus inManagement Secondary Education (BGCSE) level of Secondary Education (BGSE) Education (BGCSE) examination, Maun Satellite Campus Plot 394, Mabudutsana Ward, Maun Satellite Maun Campus Satellite Campus (one year) PlotPlot 394, Mabudutsana corner Plot Moremi 3 Road and Mogalakwe Road, Maun 394, Mabudutsana 394, Mabudutsana Ward, Ward, Ward, or its equivalent. examinations, (or equivalent) &ofofat itsand equivalent, and Moremi Road and Mogalakwe Maun T3 (+267) 6867021 cornercorner of corner Moremi of3least Moremi Road and 3 Road Mogalakwe Mogalakwe Road, Road, Maun Road, Maunat least a pass (+267) 6867021 FT(+267) 6867021 T (+267) 6867021 T (+267) 6867021Language. a pass in English Language.

English UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES F (+267) 6867021 maun.campus@baisago.ac.bw F (+267) 6867021 F (+267) 6867021 maun.campus@baisago.ac.bw maun.campus@baisago.ac.bw maun.campus@baisago.ac.bw • Bachelor of Education (Early Childhood Development) www.baisago.ac.bw www.baisago.ac.bw www.baisago.ac.bw www.baisago.ac.bw • Bachelor of Education (Social Studies)

ENTYRY REQUIREMENTS:

FACULTY OF EDUCATION Certificate Programmes Diploma Programmes

Degree Programmes

Visit our website at www.baisago.ac.bw or call us on • Bachelor of Education (General) • Bachelor of Education (English Language)

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Teachers) CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES • Certificate In Vocational Education And Training (CVET)

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DDT COLLEGE OF MEDICINE I’M THE TOP, I’M A DDTCOM STUDENT! The Commitment to Quality, Innovation and Research is to keep DDT College of Medicine at the forefront of developments in medicine.

VISION: To be the leading innovative university in modern medicine and research globally MISSION: To graduate excellent and compassionate professionals in medicine to uplift the quality of life of mankind VALUES: Efficiency, Compassion, Honesty, Professionalism MOTTO: Educating for Global Success SLOGAN: I’m the TOP, I’m a DDTCOM student!

Dr Tumelo Tlhoiwe BSc. MD. MPH Vice Chancellor

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‘START A STUDENT AND GRADUATE AN INTERNATIONAL CITIZEN’ DDT College of Medicine was founded as a vision to provide the highest quality of professional medical education in Botswana, regionally and internationally in line with its motto of ‘educating for global success’.

AT DDT COM we are committed to give our students an outstanding learning experience with excellent performance that meets international standards. In August 2015, The College opened its doors for students and currently has a diverse top rated student body sponsored by Government of Botswana and privately funded with renowned faculty from dierent countries.

Licensed by HRDC AND BQA. FACULTIES AND PROGRAMMES • Faculty of Medicine • Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences • Faculty of Medical Laboratory Sciences • Faculty of Rehabilitation Sciences • Faculty of Research Innovation and Product Development PROGRAMMES • Bachelor of Doctor Assistance (BDA) • Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPhysio) • Bachelor of Medical laboratory Science (BMLS) • Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)

Tel: 3904924/5 77100000 P.O. Box 70587, Gaborone Plot 4787-8 Ext 6 Gaborone Email: @ enquiries@ddtcollegeofmedicine.com www.ddtcollegeofmedicine.com ddtcollegeofmedicine

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INSTITUTE OF DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT, a cut above the rest.

Since its establishment more than four decades ago, the Institute of Development Management (IDM) remains a relevant partner and a significant player in the education and training industry in Botswana, Lesotho and Swaziland (BLS). The Institute has also made a notable contribution in the socio-economic and political transformation of the region.

IDM was founded by Botswana’s first President, Sir Seretse Khama, Lesotho’s King Moshoeshoe 1st and King Sobuzha 1st of Swaziland as part of their shared vision to take the then three small nations from the colonial era to the enviable economies they are today.

The newly formed countries were short of skills-base to assist in service delivery to establish themselves at the time of independence.

The idea of a regional institute thus came at the right time to allow BLS to pool their meagre resources together and offer in-service short-term human resource up-skilling programmes to address the skills and needs, mainly in the civil service, but later expanding its horizons into the private sector which played and continues to play a pivotal role in job creation for the populace.

Today, IDM stands tall and prides itself in a world-class product offering, helping the BLS governments meet their management needs through management development activities, training, research and consultancy services.

Richard Malikongwa, Chief Executive & Regional Director, IDM

The Institute provides learners with relevant solutions being, Business and Information Resource Management, Human Resource and Organisational Development Management as well as Public Health Management, programmes of which are fully accredited by regulators to help training providers meet their quality standards.

IDM further offers short-term Executive Development programmes aimed at empowering leadership teams with development skills to enhance and support their roles within organisations. Over the years, these interventions have continued to attract attention from private and public sectors, thus affirming their effectiveness.

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strategy. The strategy is deliberately designed to align to national vision and goals of the markets within which it operates, making the Institute very relevant to the needs of its customers on its journey to become the most preferred service provider in BLS. Dr Onalenna Seitio-Kgokgwe, Botswana Country Director Limakatso Mosese, Country Director Lesotho

The Institute, through its strong local and regional presence, continues to identify niches in the different markets to penetrate the rest of Africa and provide innovative products and services. Industry leaders sort by organisations of international repute in the SADC region and beyond are products of this Institute.

Through existing partnerships with international institutions around the world, IDM has set itself apart from the rest by developing a variety of franchised and indigenous programmes that have a local, regional and global reach. Partnerships also strengthen the Institute’s collaboration on research and enhance its product offering.

IDM collaborates with a number of universities across the world such as Indiana University (USA), University of Stellenboch (RSA), University of Namibia, Malawi Institute of Management, University of Bolton (UK) to bolster its product offering and augment its professional experience and expertise. In addition, it aligns itself to some of the globally recognised bodies such as Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT), Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS) and National Computing Centre (NCC) among others.

Nonhlanhla Dlamini, Country Director Swaziland

IDM is further affiliated with a number of internationally recognised institutions which include Commonwealth Association for Public Administration and Management; The Africa Health Leadership and Management Network; Africa Capacity Alliance; Africa Association of Public Administration and Management among others.

The Institute operates under the general direction of a governing board composed of representatives from government, industry and universities in each of the BLS countries. Each of the IDM campuses is registered as a separate entity in its own country, contributing positively to the development of communities in their markets.

Tel: +267 3906433 Fax: +267 3913423 www.idmbls.com Facebook handle: institute of development management

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THE STORY OF BUAN FROM MAHALAPYE TO SEBELE

Having started as the Mahalapye Agricultural Training Centre (MATC), BUAN is in its fourth generation as demonstrated below: YEAR OF ESTABLISHMENT

NAME OF INSTITUTION

PLACE OF OPERATION

1959

Mahalapy Agricultural Training center

Mahalapye

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1967

Botswana Agricultural College (BAC)

1991

Botswana College Agriculture (BCA)

Sebele

1200/ semester

Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (BUAN)

Sebele

1200/semester

2015

Sebele

1000/ semester

The original College buildings in Sebele consisted of classroom accommodation, a laboratory, staff offices and apartments, kitchen, dining room, junior and senior common rooms and dormitories. The capital cost for these buildings and staff housing was valued up to P400 000 (1978), following a grant from the British Freedom from Hunger Campaign. Many of the farm buildings and farm staff housing were designed and constructed by members of the College staff during 1967 to 1968.

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college’s expansion. The expansion enabled the College to double the enrollment at the certificate level and introduced diploma programmes in General Agriculture as well as in Animal Health and Production. The diplomas were to be awarded by the University of Botswana (UB). Down the line, the college established a Faculty of Agriculture offering Bachelor of Science and became an associate institution of UB. The first degree (BSc in Agriculture) was awarded in 1991 at a graduation ceremony that was officiated by the then, UB Chancellor the late President of the republic of Botswana, His Excellency Sir Ketumile Masire. The association with UB boosted BCA’s status in the academic world and enabled the college to attract and retain quality staff and very able students.

The College has grown from strength to strength both academically and operationally from offering only certificate and diploma programmes to a college offering doctoral, master’s and bachelor’s degree programmes. To manage the growth all certificate programmes were discontinued.

BUAN AN IMPORTANT SOURCE OF AGRICULTURAL EXPERTISE

His Excellency President Lieutenant General Dr. Seretse Khama Ian Khama and the Minister of Agricultural Development and Natural Resources, Honourable Patrick Ralotsia, have described BUAN as an important source of agricultural expertise.

President Khama made his remarks after being inaugurated as BUAN Founding Chancellor.

“I do recognize that in the past years, this university has made significant contribution to the human capital development in the agriculture sector,” he said in his acceptance speech.

Echoing that sentiment in his own address at an event that both marked President Khama’s inauguration and celebrated BUAN’s golden jubilee, Honourable Ralotsia described BUAN as having been crucial to Botswana’s evolution.

“The impact of this institution in the development of agriculture is immeasurable.

I am happy to note, Your Excellency, that the majority of the staff in the Ministry of Agricultural Development and Food Security are graduates of BUAN. They form part of the expert team that is driving the mandate of my ministry. Their skill base spans all the professions within the agricultural sector,” the Minister said.

Noting that the agricultural sector has become highly technology-oriented, he implored BUAN to adapt to this change in order to stay relevant.

President Khama emphasized his point by stating the need for BUAN constituencies (the Governing Council, Management, Staff and Students) to work hard in order to make the university a centre of excellence in the region as well as a pride of the nation.

“We must continue to grow the agriculture sector by continuing to produce highly qualified graduates as well as relevant technologies for our local environment,” the President said.

Upgrading academic qualifications has been an important part of BUAN’s evolution. From offering a certificate programme in its early days as the Mahalapye Agricultural Training Centre, the university now offers bachelor, masters and doctoral degrees.

Sebele, Gaborone Tel: +267 365 0100 Fax: +267 392 8753 Email: email@email.com www.tsena.co.bw/no

LEGAE ACADEMY For the past 25 years, Legae Academy has been in the forefront of Botswana’s secondary level education, serving the nation in building the future of the young generation and guiding hundreds of students to achieve their goals. In 25 years Legae Academy has become a local tradition of global achievement and a leading educational institution in Botswana.

“Legae” is a Setswana word for “home”. Legae Academy has a basic commitment to providing a secure and caring environment that facilitates a culture of learning. The motto - “every child is yours” reflects the indigenous tradition that all members of a community have a collective responsibility for moulding the next generation.

In keeping with the above spirit, at Legae it is recognised that each student is blessed with a unique mixture of scholastic and additional abilities that can be best maximized through educational approaches that promote self-learning, complemented by co-curricular and sporting activities. In partnership with parents and the community, the schools thus strive to foster in every student the ability to live up to his or her full potential.

It is UK certified as an approved Oxford, Cambridge, and Royal Society of the Arts (OCR) Examinations Centre. Legae Academy is also a registered Centre for the Cambridge English Admissions Testing Service (ATS).

Legae’s examination results have varied from year to year by at least 50% better than other Cambridge schools in more than 160 countries around the world. Over the past ten years, Legae students have achieved IGCSE pass rate of 100 % in all the subjects. This success has made Legae Academy an internationally recognised icon of academic excellence.

Most importantly, the prestigious academic award “Top in the World Award” has been won thirteen times so far by Legae Academy students through achieving the highest mark in the world for different syllabuses’ in both IGCSE and A-Level.

Mission Statement

Legae Academy’s mission is to provide affordable international education to all students, by consistently aiming for academic excellence. This education is holistic and globally competitive in its approach, aiming to nurture and empower all learners towards a better future.

Values

Legae Academy’s core values are discipline, manners, work ethic and faithfulness. These values are encouraged and instilled upon all the learners, and we believe that they greatly impact on academic success.

Philosophy

In Legae Academy, we believe that all students, regardless of ethnic, economical or social background, deserve an affordable international education. Each child is treated as one of our own: they are equally valued and cared for. Legae Academy strives to provide a platform for all students to pursue a better future and to give hope.

This philosophy is based on the belief that all students can become successful learners and that there are no limitations to what students can accomplish at any age. We firmly believe that students come to school with diverse abilities, passions and skills. Our curriculum is carefully designed to engage students with a variety of learning styles. We are committed to encouraging each student to discover and develop his or her own strengths. Students are also taught to recognize those areas where they may need to review to master required skills and content. Legae Academy has a curriculum that accommodates teaching methods and topics for all grades.

Plot 19893, Phase 2, Ext. 1 Tel: +267 392 4313 www.legaeacademy.co.bw

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BROOKHILLS

MONTESSORI SCHOOL Welcome to a world with a difference; providing excellence in child care and education.

The Brookhills Montessori School is like no other, not only do we abide to the International Preschool Curriculum code, our way of teaching is more concrete than abstract. Having been established in 2013, the school has managed, to cement itself as one of the best in the country.

It was the first Montessori School in Southern Africa and we have since paved the way for others within the region. This comes as no surprise as the curriculum includes a variety of interesting and inspiring activities that stimulate early brain development with a focus on creative play and work.

Our school lives the Montessori philosophy that nurtures internal motivation, supports academic excellence, and builds social and emotional growth in each child. Our qualified teachers guide our students’ work with creativity, patience and dedication. They challenge and support each student on their journey to self-discovery. We teach our students life skills and how to handle daily life. A walk into our centre is enough to give you a feel of the uniqueness of our school.

Our Mission

Brookehills Montessori School values and encourages development of the child’s sense of independence, self-discipline and confidence in a safe, supportive, culturally and academically diverse environment as guided by the Montessori philosophy. BMS is a child centred, parent

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inclusive school that provides a stimulating environment that is very unique. Our school accepts children from as young as one year of age regardless of race, national origin or religious beliefs. A racial and ethnic mixture is considered important to the health of the school and to the full social development of the child.

Our Values

• Providing excellence in child care and education; • Building character through personal empowerment, integrity and accountability; • Providing a respectable environment for one’s self, others and the environment; • Ensuring a diverse, dynamic learning community and service.

Our School offers Swimming, Cooking, Computers, Science Experiments and Languages such as English, Setswana, French or Chinese and many more activities. The facility is specially designed to meet our students’ needs. The tables, chairs, and computers are designed specially to meet their height as we understand the importance of choosing the right environment for your child.

Our programs are carefully researched and well thought out, and we approach every day with a sense of imagination, innovation and fun to help young children learn comfortably and confidently. With Botswana celebrating 50 years of independence we hope to continue to contribute in providing high-quality education and eventually open a Montessori teachers’ training centre to ensure the Montessori philosophy continues.

“Never do for the child what the child can do for herself” Maria Montessori

CHAPTER 9

CORPORATE PROFILES

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MS. ANNA MAJELANTLE

Journey from time indefinite to an illustrious finale. international experts on different fields of statistics to share ideas as well as new ways towards statistics development.

There are only a handful of narratives akin to Ms Anna Majelantle’s meteoric rise. From the humble beginnings of an Assistant Statistician in 1982 at the then Health Statistics Unit, Botswana to the lofty heights of Statistician General. Hers is a story of zest, zeal and vigour. She also taught Statistics to 1st and 2nd year General Nursing students at the National Health Institute from 1983 -1986.

Ms Majelantle clawed her way from Assistant Statistician to head of Unit in 1989, a post she held until 1989. A stickler for detail and armed with a conscientious disposition, her ubiquitous presence earned her recognition for the position of Principal Statistician, which she held for a period of 5 years, from 1999 to 2002.

Her outstanding abilities rapidly elevated her to the position of Director-Central Statistics Office (CSO)-a position she held for a decade (from 2002-2012). At some point she was appointed Acting Secretary for Economic and Financial Affairs and Acting Deputy Secretary for Economic and Financial Affairs where she provided leadership and guidance to the Directors of Economic and Financial Affairs division at the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning.

Anna Majelantle’s name is synonymous with “Statistics” in Botswana. She is the first woman in the country to occupy the highest position in the country’s National Statistics Office, and the first woman to manage the transformation of a government department to a parastatal organization. Her track record is impeccable and just grand!

Her portfolio reflects expertise in international statistical integration and collaboration, policy development and implementation, monitoring and evaluation of systems effectiveness and successful development of innovative and cost effective strategies that enhance overall operational efficiency and international standards compliance.

Her statistical journey is one in a million and a true reflection of perseverance and hard work.

While being central in the development of statistics in Botswana, she was also actively involved with statistics at an international level as evidenced by her attending international conferences, seminars and workshops such as the United Nations Statistical Commission workshop hosted in New York, Regional workshop on African Comparison of Purchasing Power Parities (PPP)-adjusted GDP’s and 3rd Africa Symposium Development in Accra, Ghana and numerous others. The international statistics community recognized her talents. She chaired the Annual Southern African Development Community Statistics Committee. In this role, she provided strategic policy guidance to the implementation of various statistics programme and projects undertaken within SADC countries. She was elected the second Vice Chairperson of United Nations Statistical Commission from February 2010 and 2011. In 2014 Statistics Botswana (under the guidance of Ms Majelantle) and in partnership with the Ministry of Labour and Home Affairs hosted the 9th African Symposium on Statistics Development (ASSD). The symposium brought together 194

It was during this time that she proved to be an astute leader. It is accurate to say that the role Chief Statistician crowned the list enviable posts she held at the Central Statistics Office (CSO).

Botswana will remember her for having introduced the use of citizen’s private vehicles during the Population and Housing Census (2011) to bridge the acute vehicle shortage of 1, 400 vehicles. This initiative saved the Department much needed funds. The 2011 Population and Housing Census was a major success.

from a government department to a parastatal organization, while at the same time delivering the country’s official statistics mandate. Key to her role, was to guide Statistics Botswana’s strategic direction and leadership in accordance with the Statistics Act of 2009. She immediately put into place the Botswana Strategy for the Development of Statistics and the Statistics Botswana first ever Strategic Plan, launched a new modern, information packed and interactive website, and put in place policies and guidelines to effectively manage the organization’s human resources, assets and finances.

While in the role of Statistician General, Ms Majelantle saw the organization produce key socio economic indicators from survey and census projects such as the 2011 Population and Housing Census, Botswana AIDS Impact Survey of 2013; Literacy Survey of 2014; ICT Survey of 2014; Agricultural Census of 2015; the Botswana Multi-Topic Household Survey 2015/16; Census of Enterprises and Establishments of 2016/17 and the Botswana Demographic Survey of 2017. During that time Annual, Quarterly and Monthly Statistical outputs providing a wide range of social and economic indicators were consistently delivered.

It is reasonable to credit Ms. Majelantle for ensuring that practicing statisticians developed the required statistical competencies and expertise. She arranged for officers to sit in different stakeholder forums both locally and internationally so as to gain insights and experience for appropriate statistical advice provision and to keep abreast with the latest internationally agreed statistical methods and standards. She initiated statistics training for 74 unskilled employees in liaison with the University of Botswana to equip them with the relevant skills required to enhance operational effectiveness within the Department. Statistical outputs released during this time can be attributed to her. The revision of the 1967 Statistics Act to the current Statistics Act of 2009 is yet another major milestone that was achieved under her leadership. It was during this time that this powerhouse of a woman conducted research titled, “Review of International Classification of Diseases, Vol 10 (ICD – 10)”. At that same time (2010-2012) she was also President of the Botswana Statistics Association. It is not surprising that while in office, she encouraged employees to conduct research work, write professional papers and even affiliate to professional bodies.

These key achievements did not go unnoticed as in 2012 when the Central Statistics Office transformed to become the current semi-autonomous Statistics Botswana, she was entrusted to be Statistician General (SG). In this role, she was under the direct supervision of the Statistics Botswana Board. She was tasked with managing the transformation of the national statistics office

Contact: Lillian Setimela Manager-Communication, Documentation & Dissemination Private Bag 0024, Gaborone | Plot: 8843, Khama Crescent Tel: +267 367 1300 | Fax: +267 395 2201 Email: info@statsbots.org.bw www.statsbots.org.bw

Armed with a Bachelor of Statistics and Accounts Degree, from the University of Botswana; Graduate Qualification in Epidemiology from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; and a Master of Public Health in Epidemiology and Biostatistics Degree from Tulane University, School of Public Health and Tropical Medicine, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, Anna Majelantle was without doubt the right woman for office.

This lady of high standing enjoys a fulfilling balanced life as a successful career woman, mother, and wife.

THENDI SECURITY GROUP ‘We build Banks’

The Thendi Security Group is the Holding Company for Tendi Safes & Locks, Dress Code Security Solutions and Thendi Armoured, built on a strong legacy of delivering World Class Security Solutions and Services for more than a decade.

The Financial and Commercial Sectors from within the markets we operate in have benefited greatly with particular emphasis on our adding value to many institutions, organizations and businesses from Business Continuity, Risk Mitigation, Revenue Assurance and Efficiency Creations perspectives all tailored to enhance Security in its entirety.

Our bases of operation are Botswana (Head Office), Zimbabwe, Zambia and South Africa.

The business has grown very extensively over the past years from a one entity organization providing proactive security solutions

and equipment to a group of companies changing the scope of security from service requirement to a strategic solutions approach. “We Build Banks” as our motto is not just a catch phrase but is the foundation from which we approach all our objectives to the market and has emphasis on our capabilities from a total security initiative.

We have taken a leadership role as the only Security Group established and operated from Botswana with footprints into Southern Africa and a definite strategy of venturing into greater Africa.

Our Aim as a Commitment to our valued customers is to manage the security requirement from its elementary stages to a position that offers the deterrent and enforcement required to enable our clients to operate within their respective business strategies from an outsourced perspective.

A solutions based approach to security requirements.

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TOTAL STRENGTH

• Construction and Development of Security Infrastructures and Structures • Supply, Installation and Maintenance of Security products • Provision of Preventative and Reactive Security Services • Consultancy and Investigation Services • Manufacturing of a range of Preventative Security equipment

PRODUCT ASSURANCE

“We supply the highest quality products with SABS Approval as a minimum Standardization and are representatives of leading International Manufacturers and Distributors”

CORPORATE GOALS

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Leading the Industry in the markets we operate Customer Focus Quality Assurance Strategic Relations Value Add and Proactive Solutions (Tailored) Round the clock Availability

Plot 21333, Phakalane Industrial Switch Board: +267 76134496 After hours Tel: +267 77513557 www.thendisecuritygroup.com

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CHOPPIES ENTERPRISES LTD Botswana headquartered Choppies Enterprises Ltd is an investment holding company listed on both Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) and the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). The Choppies group operates in the retail sector of the sub-Saharan African market. At present, the group operates in eight Sothern African countries (Botswana, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique and Namibia) and continue its expansion into new, as well as under-serviced areas in the existing markets. The management of the group is supported by over 300 qualified professional who has extensive expertise and experience in the retail industry.

In 1986, Choppies commenced its operations with a single store in Botswana. Over the past 31 years, Choppies has grown as a home brand in Botswana and spread its wings into seven other African nations and has become a significant retailer represented in the sub-Saharan African market.

The Choppies group, managed through its Botswana and the rest of Africa divisions, is a food and general merchandise retailer, selling a vast range of products at a great value. The group always put customers at the heart of our business and in our stores, it treats them with great respect.

Through its Hyper Stores, Super Stores and Value Stores brands, Choppies serve customers across the diverse spectrum

of Botswana society and is expanding its reach into the African continent. Over 50% of Botswana shops regularly in our stores and we have some of the most loyal customers in the country.

The group offered to customers mainly focuses on food and non-edible groceries, clothing, tobacco, beauty products and general merchandise. The offer also includes additional value added services such as financial transactions at the till points. In addition to manufacturer-branded products, we have a number of Choppies private label products to suit every budget.

Choppies stores range from large hypermarkets where customers can buy everything under one roof through to small convenience stores where customers can shop quickly for their immediate needs. In addition, the group will be soon launching its online business which will give its customers the opportunity to shop from

their homes and have their order delivered to their doors in a fixed time slots.

The African markets are growing. Other countries where we have operations give us the opportunity to grow into new markets, representing the second engine of growth for the Group. Today, the group has 133 stores outside Botswana, which contributes meaningfully to the group’s profits.

The group has developed Centralised Distribution Channels (CDC), in Botswana and South Africa and Zimbabwe with a strategic focus on accelerating the level of central supply in its business. At present, supply in Botswana is 60% centralized, while in South Africa and Zimbabwe it is 80%, 50% respectively. The Group wants to take this to new levels by the end of 2018 financial period. At present, Choppies operates five distribution centres across the seven countries catering for groceries, fresh and perishable produce.

It is estimated that each week, over 4 million customers visit in its 217 stores under three different banners in eight African countries. The Choppies group employs approximately 16,000 human resources across Africa. The group continues its conquering journey in sustainability, social responsibility, and employment opportunity.

It is all part of the group’s firm commitment to create opportunities and bringing value to customers and communities across the African continent.

With over 16,000 staff members, the Choppies Group is a significant employment generator in the retail sector in Africa. The success of our business is a result of the collective effort of this massive staff force. Many of its stores are located in small rural areas, yet the group delivers a happy shopping experience for customers. To achieve this, the group has developed an excellent system and processes that are robust and effective.

Choppies will continue to address the socioeconomic challenges faced by the communities it serves through the supply of high-quality, affordable food for all customers while providing significant employment and economic opportunities across its value chain.

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CPP BOTSWANA (PTY) LTD

The Lotsane Dam now supplying irrigation water as well as potable water to some 22 villages in Tswapong Area

CPP Botswana (Pty) Ltd is a firm of Consulting Engineers specialising in the fields of Civil, Structural, Highway, Bridge, Drainage, Water and Wastewater Engineering. The firm has extensive engineering experience in Botswana, South Africa, Mozambique, Zambia and Ghana, which encompasses new projects as well as rehabilitation and reconstruction projects.

CPP was established in 1988 in Botswana, as a country office of what was then a 100% Zimbabwe owned practice under the style Civil and Planning Partnership (CPP). In 2002 it was re-registered/restructured as a limited liability company with an indigenous majority shareholding under the trading name “CPP Botswana (Pty) Ltd. The firm is a member of the Association of Consulting Engineers Botswana; independent of any manufacturing, construction or government interests and is fully committed to providing impartial advice.

CPP is one of the major independent consultancy companies in Botswana and in the Southern African region. Representing several generations of experience and expertise within its various fields of activity, CPP has a significant cultural and ethnic blend of staff complement, which gives it a strong regional and international character.

CPP offers a wide range of services in a spectrum of sectors covering all phases of a normal project cycle, from the earliest pre-investment studies and feasibility phase, through project implementation to the actual operation phase including institutional development and strengthening of clients’ organizations (capacity building).

A major strength of CPP is its ability to handle both small and major projects, which are of a complex nature, involving multi-disciplinary teams and stretching over many years.

This means that staff are accustomed to working across discipline boundaries and can therefore naturally handle such complex issues as environmental, social and economic impact studies.

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CPP maintains in-house topographical and cadastral survey company under the style “TBM Surveying Services” which is registered and has worked in Botswana, South Africa and Zambia. The survey activities employ state-of-theart technologies, including Ground Proving Radar (GPR), in inventorying and development of infrastructure database in GIS format.

An outline of projects completed by the firm is as follows: • Commercial, industrial and institutional developments, where multidisciplinary civil, structural, electrical, mechanical and sound engineering inputs were provided, including design and supervision of construction.

• All aspects of highway and bridge engineering, including planning, project management, feasibility and economic studies, detailed engineering design and supervision of construction.

• Institutional capacity reinforcement, including technical assistance and advisory services to national and regional implementing and coordinating agencies in the formulation of policies for the regional and national road sectors.

• Water and sewerage reticulation, roads and storm water drainage services for rural and urban development projects.

• Dam engineering including appraisal, design and construction supervision.

• Railway engineering.

• Physical Planning.

• Topographical and Engineering Surveys.

• Materials Investigations and Testing.

One of the piers of the Kazungula Bridge under construction

Quality Policy Statement

The Quality Policy of the CPP is a commitment to acquire and execute consulting services related to civil and structural engineering projects in accordance with accepted standards of engineering practice.

Client satisfaction as well as professional fulfilment is the byproduct of this process, whilst excellence will be strived for within the limitations of financial and time constraints.

The achievement of this Quality Policy and the consistent maintenance of the associated high level of service require a structured and disciplined approach by all staff in the various activities forming part of the services in accordance with the principles of Quality Assurance.

The Management of CPP aims to ensure that this policy is understood, implemented and maintained at all levels in the firm.

Client Community

Most of the projects have been carried out under both bilateral and multi-lateral funding, often in joint venture with international and local consulting engineering firms. The following international funding agencies have financed work carried out by the firm: • African Development Bank (AfDB).

• World Bank (IDA).

• European Development Fund/European Union (EU).

• Government of Botswana through her various departments (Roads, Water Affairs, Local Government, Building and Engineering Services) • Kreditantstalt Fur Wiederaufban (kFW).

• Gasellschaft fur Technische Zusammenorbeit (GTZ).

• Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA).

• Finnish International Development Agency (FINNIDA).

• Instituto Italo Africano.

• Arab Bank for Reconstruction and Development (BADEA).

• The Kuwait Fund • Private Sector

Ground breaking for Okavango Bridge at Mohembo

Broad discipline categories covered is presented in the Table below:

TRANSPORTATION

• Transportation Planning • Traffic Engineering • Roads – urban, rural and highways • Road rehabilitation and management • Bridges and Drainage Crossings • Parking and pedestrian facilities • Airports and airstrips

WATER RESOURCES AND SUPPLY • • • • • •

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Natural resource planning Water Resources Planning Catchment management Water quality studies and monitoring Water supply, storage and distribution Hydraulics (rivers, open channels, bridges, culverts and modelling) Hydrology (surface water and flood) Irrigation

WATER AND WASTEWATER TREATMENT • • • • •

URBAN AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

• Township Services • Water and sewerage reticulation and network analysis • Stormwater reticulation and management • Housing • Solid waste management • Urban streets

BUILDINGS/STRUCTURES

• Foundations and basements • Materials technology • Buildings and high-rise structures • Residential, commercial, educational, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, public buildings • Reservoirs, water towers and water storage structures • Bridges for roads, rails pedestrian and water

ENVIRONMENT

• Environmental Impact Assessment Potable water treatment Municipal wastewater treatment • Environmental Management Plans Sewage disposal and reticulation • Social Impact Assessment Pumps and pumping stations Pipelines

CPP Botswana (Pty) Ltd. Unit 25 Kgale Mews Gaborone International Finance Park Gaborone, Botswana Tel:+267 3951654 | Fax: +267 3912890 Email: cppmail@cpp.co.bw/cppinfo@cpp.co.bw www.cppbotswana.co.bw

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CALLY CLOTHING Cally Clothing is a fully capacitated branding and corporate merchandise manufacturer based in Gaborone. The company was built off the dream of a young Motswana whose passion for fashion outweighed the risk of going it alone in business. It was a brave move given that most SME’s businesses fail to take off sustainably whilst 50% of all SMEs shut down after 5 years of operation. The move paid off. Today Cally Clothing has grown into a successful and independent SME that produces 5,000 branded units daily and holds stock of up to 20,000 units at any given time, serving a broad spectrum of clients with a wide range of merchandise.

Cally Clothing has become synonymous with the bigger corporate branding names from South Africa and the region such as ProBrand, and this is no easy feat. Cally Clothing has comprehensively matched quality, turn-around time and delivery standards that so frequently elude local suppliers who get overlooked in favour of the regional bigger companies. It is this ability to punch above its weight that has enabled its steady and unrelenting growth for over a decade.

History Started in 2004 by founder Callistus Phologolo, from whom the name Cally Clothing is derived, the then one man company was originally a youthful urban wear retailer that rode the wave of the emerging hip hop culture and its accompanying fashion wear. During those early and lonely years Callistus worked hard to position the brand by becoming a clothing sponsor for state broadcaster, Botswana Television (BTV). The success of this initiative led him to hosting the first ever International Fashion Extravaganza in 2002.

Products Cally Clothing’s product catalogue is an entire dictionary of branding choices. Frequent and repeat business is supplied by discerning customers that include government departments, parastatals, academic institutions, societies such as trade unions and financial institutions. The product range encompasses everything from Golf shirts, sportswear, promotional material, corporate gifts, diaries and outdoor branding materials among others. There is a deep and wide variety of colour, texture, size and fit. Also, not one to be thought of as a run of the mill merchandise supplier Cally Clothing stocks tech gifts such as health and fitness trackers, brace accessory pouches and wireless earbuds. On the fashion front the company also keeps up with trends in the latest t-shirt designs such as that of the immensely popular curved lapel t-shirts now popularised by music star such as Chris Brown.

Capacity Cally Clothing’s track record of delivery speaks volumes of its inbuilt capacity. In 2011 the company supplied as much as 18 thousand t-shirts and 10 thousand caps for the Population Census. In the same year MVA was served with 13 thousand t-shirts and 5 thousand caps. Other than once off orders, Cally Clothing has also supplied customers with long term running uniform orders for WUC, SADC, and Majwe Mining and for MMWER’s commissioning of Dikgathlong Dam. International corporations like Nokia have also been served with 40 thousand bags. It even ran a fully stocked promotional store at Botho University for two years running.

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In order to meet the demand and deliver for such orders the company’s production team runs on 24 hour shifts that ensure optimal production round the clock. While a steady stand by stock of 30 thousand units are held. This allows the team to churn out over five thousand units of branded merchandise per day, giving a total output of a staggering 150 thousand units a month at full run. In order to quicken delivery timelines, the company also stocks a fully-fledged showroom to assist clients choose, feel and decide on their merchandise quicker. Ever mindful of their customers, Cally Clothing also runs an off the shelve gift shop for walk in customers interested in fewer items.

The store stocks clothing, headwear, drinkables, sports apparel, outdoor equipment, golf sets, electronics and household gifts.

This allows Cally Clothing to cater for both large corporates as a well as smaller firms or individuals.

AUDIOTECH

AUDIOTECH is a 100% Botswana, citizen owned company, established in 2004. It has a broad operational sphere and deals in, amongst others; • Sound & PA system • Stage & Lighting • Visual equipment Hire • Conference equipment • DVD & Video production • Photography; Generators • Catering hire (Deco, Tents) • Executive Toilets • Events and promotions management • Road shows • Product launches • Media management • Corporate gifts OUR VISION Our vision is to be dedicated to providing our clients with the best services, catering to their needs with the utmost professionalism and efficiency. We want to help all our customers make their lives and businesses better with products and services that are tailored to their needs and easy to use. Our aim is to add value to the community and see it thrive, through the creation of opportunities, and development of projects.

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Plot 5622, Unit 3, Broadhurst Industrial Gaborone. Botswana Tel: +267 3928692 Fax: +267 3928169 Email: info@audiotech.co.bw www.audiotech.co.bw

OUR STRATEGY Our aim is to build long-term partnerships with our customers. With their support, we aim to maximise the potential of our traditional business, through a combination of enhanced quality of service, creative marketing, innovative pricing and cost efficiency.

OUR VALUES Our corporate identity defines the kind of company we are now and the one we need to be in the future. Central to that identity is a commitment to create ways to help customers thrive in a changing world. To do this we must live our brand values: • • • • •

Trustworthy - we do what we say we will Helpful - we work as one team Inspiring - we create new possibilities Straightforward - we make things clear Commitment - we believe in what we do

We are committed to contributing positively to society and to a sustainable future.

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Boswa Energy Botswana is a vibrant and growing business; servicing its existing customers efficiently and ready to expand its customer base.

The company is confident in its ability to provide superior quality service delivery of its services to its customers.

Boswa Energy Botswana’s strength and capability is backed by the relationship agreements signed with all its suppliers and strategic partners. Through offering superior quality services, extensive strategic partnership, competency and key industry relationships, Boswa Energy Botswana is well positioned to offer its customer innovative fuel supply solutions.

Boswa Energy Botswana has a very formidable team of professionals who have entrepreneurial skill that would see the success of the company through. Boswa Energy shareholders currently hold management and senior positions in their working environment and thus challenges and success from such will be of benefit in taking Boswa Energy Botswana to greater heights.

OUR SERVICES Bulk Fuel Supply

Boswa Energy Botswana supplies diesel, petrol and lubricants as a wholesaler to bulk-fuel end users.

Boswa Energy Botswana sources its fuel from different mainstream suppliers, which have allocations with most major oil companies in South Africa. The products are readily available through Botswana national grids at the depots of various oil company brands scattered across cities and larger towns in Botswana. The products are uplifted from the nearest depots for delivery to the customers.

Fuel Transportation

Boswa Energy Botswana offers fuel transportation services through partnerships with third party fuel transportation companies, who are skilled in this application and are recommended by our fuel suppliers. All third party trucks used by Boswa Energy Botswana are HAZCHEM compliant, ensuring safe delivery and minimal environmental impact.

Fuel Depot Management

Boswa Energy Botswana recognizes that its customers are not in the fuel business. Managing fuel depots requires specialized skills in liquid fuels management, safety and environmental protection.

Hence Boswa Energy Botswana offers its customers innovative depot management solutions that suite their business needs. By employing state of the art Fuel Management Systems, Boswa Energy Botswana ensures that its customers can eliminate fuel losses due to unauthorized fuel dispensing.

Fuel Depot Development

Boswa Energy Botswana can also assist its customers to build their own fuel depots. The company offers its assistance to its customers from site selection to depot design, regulatory compliance and approval, and construction. The company ensures that the people who do not have technical and financial capability to develop their own fuel depots can own and operate such facilities with ease.

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ENGINEERING ZISMO Engineering was established in May 2001 as an Electrical Engineering, Contracting, Automation and Refurbishment Company.

ZISMO Engineering operations are countrywide and have expanded to other SADC countries such as Zambia. The company is equipped with different equipment that includes crane trucks, rigging gear, overhead line plant, different testing equipment and electrical machines refurbishment and service workshop. ZISMO attributes its solid growth to high standards of resource management, workmanship and excellent service delivery. This is achieved by a highly proficient team made up of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Project Managers, Site Supervisors, Foremen, Technicians, Electricians, Linesmen, Boiler Makers, Armature Winders and a competent finance and administration staff to support the business.

Qualified and Experienced Personnel

Company Mission

ZISMO Engineering has an excellent Power Transmission and Distribution department that services a variety of clients. The services include the following: • Construction and Refurbishment of Overhead Lines up to 220kV. • Design, Supply, Erection and Commissioning of Indoor and Outdoor Substations up to 220kV.

To attain sustainable growth at ZISMO, we aim to forge strong, longterm relationships with our clients based on honesty, mutual trust and respect. ZISMO Engineering strives to deliver a product that exceeds the expectations of its clients and to set the benchmark in terms of safety, quality and service delivery.

Our qualified personnel will work around the clock in case of breakdowns at a nominal fee to the customer. Local manpower training is a priority of ZISMO Engineering to ensure that all our staff delivers the best quality at all times.

Quality Assurance

The company has Standard Operating Procedures in place, which can be availed to the client at their request. We guarantee all our services and products, and make sure that all services that are rendered are to the absolute satisfaction of the client.

Active Departments 1. Power Transmission & Distribution

2. Building Services

ZISMO Engineering offers electrification of buildings across the spectrum. These services include the following: • Building electrical Installation of Multi-Storey Buildings and Building Automation (BMS).

• Street and Traffic lighting systems

3. Plant and Industrial Automation

The following services are offered under our Plant and Industrial Automation division: • Installations of Pump Stations • Large Standby Generator installations • Installation and commissioning of Variable Speed Drives • Industrial Power Supply System analysis • Conveyer Automation systems • SCADA & PLC Systems

4. Electrical Machines Workshop

Repair and Refurbishment of: • Low Voltage Electrical Motors up to 750kW • AC & DC Generators • Diesel and Petrol Generators • Centrifugal and Submersible Pumps • Welding Machines • High Voltage Motor Repair and Refurbishment

5. Field Services Department 5.1 Contract Maintenance Solutions

ZISMO Engineering provides 24h Technical and Service Support to all electrical installations.

5.2 Mobile Oil Regeneration CMM-12R

The Plant restores qualities of transformer oil to be similar to new oil condition and is used in high voltage power transformers. Oil regeneration extends transformer life considerably. It is less costly than changing to new oil, and has minimal downtime as oil regeneration can be performed on live/ energized transformer and environmentally friendly as old oil is reused.

5.3 Mobile Oil Purification Station CMM-4

As transformers oil ages, it oxidizes and begins to breakdown. During this time, oil purification will effectively remove moisture, solids and other impurities which bond together to form a sludge. Sludge inhibits oil flow and traps heat inside the transformer, eventually and dielectric gap will be bridged, thus, resulting in failure of the transformer.

6. Sales Department

ZISMO Engineering is a; • Distributor of electric motors and soft starters • Sales of Pumps, Generators and Vibrator Motors • Sales of Transformers, HV and LV Switchgear • Distributor of Morganite Carbon Brushes • Plant Hire of Horse & Trailer trucks, Crane Trucks, 7-ton Fork Lift etc.

• Mobile TLB’s and 25 bar Air Compressors etc.

Botswana Office Unit 1-4, Plot 14430, Dumaquani Road, Gaborone, Botswana Private Bag BO 300, Bontleng, Gaborone, Botswana Tel: +267 393 2711 Fax: +267 393 6939 Email: enquiries@zismoengineering.com www.zismoengineering.com

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FRANKLIN ELECTRIC BOTSWANA SALES, SERVICE, REPAIRS, INSTALLATIONS AND MANUFACTURING

Franklin Electric has grown from a small motor manufacturing company into a leading global provider of systems and components for moving water and fuel. Named after America’s pioneer electrical engineer, Benjamin Franklin, we continue to follow the core of our founders’ strategy by continuously improving our products and processes to deliver valuable and innovative solutions that better serve our customers’ needs.

Franklin Electric (Botswana) (Pty) Ltd has been in Botswana for over 20 years with its core business being the manufacture, sales and service of Borehole pumps and related equipment employing more than 50 staff in Botswana.

Key Factors for Success

While maintaining a culture of safety and lean principles, Franklin Electric promises to deliver quality, availability, service, innovation, and value in every encounter we have with our stakeholders, including direct or indirect customers, employees, shareholders, and suppliers.

These are our Key Factors for Success.

Quality

We are committed to providing quality products and services by continuously improving to better serve our customers. Our commitment to quality applies to everything we do.

Availability

It doesn’t matter if we have quality products and services if they aren’t available when and where our customers need them. Our commitment to availability extends throughout all levels of the organization.

Service

We regularly interact with our customers through industry-leading technical service, dedicated support, and robust training programs.

We earn the trust of our customers because they know we have their back in the field.

Innovation

We evaluate and develop new technologies into our existing products, services, and processes to continuously improve the customer experience. We strive to be a complete solutions provider and our drive to innovate is at the core of what we do.

Value

Our Key Factors for Success: Quality, Availability, Service, and Innovation, are the foundation of this organization. Executing these will ensure the best value to our customers.

Plot 42, Gaborone International Commerce Park Tel: +267 397 4926 Fax: +267 397 4927 Email: infobw@fele.com www.franklin-electric.co.za

A subsidiary of Franklin Electric Co. Inc. – a global company based in the United States who is the world’s largest manufacturer of submersible motors and leading producer of engineered specialty electric motors and electronic controls used by original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) around the world, in a wide variety of residential, industrial and municipal applications.

Founded in 1944 with less than $20 000 in capital, Franklin Electric has grown from a ni9che electric motor business into a multimillion dollar enterprise.

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FOREVERMARK AND THE SHINING LIGHT AWARDS Forevermark is the diamond brand from the De Beers Group of Companies and benefits from more than 125 years of diamond expertise.

All Forevermark diamonds are products of nature, created over a billion years by the Earth’s natural processes. Our passion for diamonds is matched by our deep sense of connection with the natural world, which we are dedicated to protecting for future generations.

Each Forevermark diamond undergoes a journey of rigorous selection with less than one per cent of the world’s diamonds eligible to be inscribed as Forevermark. Forevermark goes beyond the standard 4Cs to select diamonds that are among the most beautiful in the world. Our unique inscription is an assurance that every Forevermark inscribed diamond is completely natural, hand-selected and comes with a promise that it is beautiful, rare and responsibly sourced.

Responsible sourcing is ingrained into the DNA of the Forevermark brand, and one of the main reasons why everyone can feel proud to give, wear and own a Forevermark diamond. Sourcing our diamonds responsibly means that, throughout their journey from rough to polished diamond, particular care has been taken to ensure responsible business practices, support for the advancement of women and protection of the natural world, the ultimate source of Forevermark diamonds.

Since the launch of the De Beers Young Jewellery Designers Initiative – Shining Light Awards in 2008, Forevermark has proudly supported the Shining Light Awards and its contribution towards nurturing and developing emerging talent in the countries where its beautiful diamonds are sourced. For this year’s competition, Forevermark was honoured to set the design brief, which has been inspired by the brand’s values and promise.

Reflecting Forevermark and the De Beers Group of Companies commitment to the preservation and protection of habitats, their species and the wider natural world, ‘Protecting Nature’s Beauty’ has been the inspiration for this year’s brief.

Forevermark has been involved at every stage of the competition from sharing the brief with competitors to providing guidance and support along their jewellery design journey. The winners from the Shining Light Awards will then be invited to Forevermark’s Design and Innovation Centre in Milan to gain further experience and improve their skills in diamond jewellery design working alongside Forevermark’s expert designer.

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LILJA HASTIE - OVERALL WINNER SHINING LIGHT AWARDS 2015/16 My collection is inspired by the romance of marriage and the promise that binds the union of true love and that their hearts will forever be intertwined.

The twisted shank symbolizes two lives intertwined and tied by a diamond infinity band: the band serves as a bezel for the hero diamond, and the ultimate meaning for the diamond is eternity and love bonding the commitment of two people. All this is symbolized in the ring design, and it is carried through the entire collection that includes a pendant, earrings and a bangle.

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EXPERIENCE THE SUPPORT BOMAG An expert compaction machinery supplier of technically innovative equipment. BOMAG’s Intelligent systems produce up to 30-percent more centrifugal force than standard rollers, this added energy means achieving density much faster and compaction of thicker material. Being able to place deeper lifts in fewer layers is another way to save time and money. Don’t worry about the inexperienced operator. Forget about changing soil conditions. The job will be done correctly every time.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

In African folklore, the tale of ‘Kanthu N’khama’ is about a small bird that flies into a dark forest, overcoming challenges to emerge wiser and more resilient. It is a story about how hard work pays off and it is the inspiration behind Kanu Equipment.

Launched in 2012, Kanu Equipment and its hummingbird logo stands for the 450 men and women across Africa that live by the founding values of integrity, flexibility, continuous improvement and exceptional customer service.

Kanu Equipment’s aim is to reduce the cost of development in Africa by providing quality mining, earthmoving and construction machinery, backed by skilled maintenance teams and high spare part availability.

BELL EQUIPMENT A leading global distributor and exporter of an extensive range of material-handling machines. Exceptional products with unparalleled service and support are the key elements of Bell’s success. With all of its major product linesmanufactured in Africa, they are fully suited to the harshest of local conditions.

Their legacy is built on solid relationships with all stakeholders, but particularly with their customers. These ideals are reflected in the claim ’Strong Reliable Machines – Strong Reliable Support’ indicating that they focus on fulfilling all aspects of their customers’ equipment needs over the long term with exceptional service and support.

LIEBHERR

Specialising in the supply of world-class equipment, Kanu is one of the largest dealers for Liebherr in East, West and Southern Africa and Bell Equipment’s largest dealer in Africa.With spare parts and G.E.T. distribution centers across the continent, Kanu is best positioned to offer the very best customer service support with minimal downtime.

One of the world’s leading manufacturers of mining, crainage and construction machinery and an acknowledged supplier of technically innovative user orientated products and services in numerous other fields. The group encompasses ten product divisions. Their products and services always measure up to the standards associated with the name.

Kanu Equipment has an active presence in the following countries: Guinea Conakry, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana, Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Congo, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Namibia, Botswana and Zimbabwe and proudly distributes the following premium Heavy Equipment machinery;

The best possible quality and effective support for their customer’s business activities are given top priority. To ensure that their products are manufactured to the highest quality standard, they continually invest in modernisation of their production facilities.

Liebherr represents constant innovation and successful ideas management on a large scale.

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Costex Tractor Parts (CTP) is a worldwide quality supplier of new replacement parts for Caterpillar Equipment since 1980. CTP’s ‘Quality with Value’ philosophy has evolved into a trustworthy brand that customers have come to respect and is represented in over 140 countries across the globe. CTP offers one of the best warranties in the industry, 1000 Hour / 6 Month Warranty, and one of the largest and most up to date parts inventories in the market, with over 400,000 square feet of warehouse space in the USA.

GROUND ENGAGING TOOLS Established in 1968, Black Cat Wear Parts specialise in G.E.T and their product offering includes; grader blades, bucket lip and sidebar protection, bull dozer end bits and cutting edges, half arrows and bucket segments, as well as numerous other complimentary wear parts for all Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) brands of earthmoving equipment.

Our G.E.T. is manufactured by state-of-the art manufacturing plants which ensure that the products meet critical specifications for strength and durability. Our G.E.T is specifically designed to engage the toughest terrain.

The range includes; bucket teeth, adaptors, pins, retainers and ripper teeth for most earthmoving machinery including Caterpillar, Hitachi, Komatsu, Hyundai, Doosan etc.

Kanu Equipment’s aim is to reduce the cost of mining and construction in Botswana via the extended lifecycle of our equipment. We look forward to every opportunity to share our know-how and invite you to ‘Experience the Support’ with us.

For more information please email us at: info@kanuequipment.com

Experience the Support.

BELL, LIEBHERR, BOMAG and CTP aftermarket spares as well as G.E.T. for all heavy machinery is proudly brought to Botswana by Kanu Equipment. +267 395 2291

www.kanuequipment.com

*Kanu Equipment previously trading as Equipment Sales & Services in Botswana

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TRANSPORT, LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN

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NORWICH CABS Norwich Cabs Company is a cab company service in Botswana, who started its operation in April 2016.

Norwich Cabs is a reliable, prompt, efficient and professionally managed courier company which offers to meet all customer requirements. Even though a relatively new company, Norwich Cabs achieved within a short period of time to consolidate its position in the market, being today one of the preferred Cabs in Gaborone with a fleet of 25 cars.

Plot 54014, Phase 4 .Gaborone Cute Fashions Unit 12 Cell: +267 75 953 095 +267 75 291 275 / +267 73 959 922 Email: Norwichcabs.bw@yahoo.com

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VISION

Our mission is to deliver pickups and drop-offs 24/7 Driven for Perfection

OUR MISSION

To exceed our customer’s needs by providing professional quality cab service 24/7 reliable, 24/7 convenient and 24/7 affordable.

VALUES • • • • • • • • •

We are committed to innovation and continuous improvement Integrity Accountability Effective Communication Professionalism Safety Affordability Comfort Customer services orientated

OUR LIST OF SERVICES • • • • • •

Call-in pickups around Gabs Airport pick-ups & drop offs School Children Transport Corporate transportation contracts Staff Transport Package delivery

EXPERIENCE THE FOLLOWING WITH NORWICH CABS Professionalism Integrity Passion Service Innovation

Quality and Skill Absolute and Commitment Drive to deliver Exceeding Expectations Improve Ways

LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIPS

We do not pretend to be “all things to all people”, or the “best at everything”. Our goal is to develop long term, mutually beneficial partnerships with companies that require our core 24/7 delivery service.

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EXCEL CAR & VAN RENTAL Excel Car & Van Rental started operations in 2015 as a car rental and vehicle leasing company in Gaborone. We are a citizen led establishment and what sets us apart is we’re locally owned, all Directors live here and are available at all times and decisions regarding our products and services are made in the country. We also have advanced plans to expand to other major centres in the country including the Southern Africa region.

We pride ourselves in providing customers good quality vehicles they’ll always be proud and happy to drive. Our fleet consists mostly of top end (full house) and not entry level make vehicles.

Our customer experience is hassle free and not convoluted with jargon, hidden charges, unreasonable payment processes and confusing protocols. Our service is designed to be customer friendly, personalised and because we understand customers are not all the same, tailor-made to suit individual customers.

We assure customers of this experience because to simplify our processes, we’ve applied the expertise of a management with more than 20 years experience in the hospitality industry, half of these exclusively in car rental.

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Our product bouquet includes short/long term car rental, short/long term vehicle leasing, chauffer drive and point to point customer drop off. All these services provided under one roof for our customer’s convenience.

Purpose To be a leading home grown car rental company that proudly offers a unique, personalised and international standard of service to customers.

Vision To apply excellence as standard practice in all touch points with our customers.

Mission To grow our brand by listening to our customers and continually innovating our product bouquet to meet their needs at all times.

Our values To be honest and transparent. To treat all customers with respect, integrity and dignity and to uphold the basic Setswana tenant of BOTHO in all our people.

P O Box 116 AAH. Gaborone E-mail: peter.tshiamo@excelcar.co.bw Tel: +267 7130 2048 Fax: +267 390 4296

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NTT Nissan Group A FORCE IN BOTSWANAS BOTSWANA’S AUTO INDUSTRY

The history of Broadhurst Motors in Botswana can be traced t aced back to the early arly 1970s. The company was

Nissan motor vehicles and UD trucks. The Nissan brand is very close to the hearts of Batswana. It has produced iconic models such as the NP300 Hardbody and the Navara, both of which have built a strong legacy in the semi-desert conditions of Botswana; a legacy built on the ability of the vehicles to transition comfortably from the city to

to service all parts of the country. centre y. Each cent y re has the capability to provide end-to-end service tailored to customer needs, including the sale and distribution of new and pre-owned motor vehicles and trucks; sale and distribution of original parts and accessories; as well as service and repair as per manufacturer’s standards. The dealerships also

dealers to set up in the country. More than 40 years later, Broadhurst Motors and the Nissan brand remain synonymous in the minds of Batswana.

The NP300 Hardbody for many years dominated the legendary Kalahari 1000 Desert Race, earning

management.

Today, the company trades as NTT Nissan Botswana, with Broadhurst Motors having sold its controlling stake of the business to the NTT Motor Group, South Africa in March 2014. But the ethos remains the same: to service the automotive needs of Batswana by providing high quality craftsmanship, reliability and value in the form of

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racing, while the Navara has also comfortably positioned itself as a city-slicker cum work-horse.

UD Trucks is another brand in the NTT Nissan Botswana stable. Like Nissan, the brand has a Japanese heritage, rooted in manufacturing excellence. Although the name was initially derived acronym has now come to stand for ‘Ultimate Dependability’, which is the ethos of the brand.

UD Trucks produces light and heavy duty trucks

NTT Nissan Botswana is committed to developing a sustainable business that will not only meet the on employment creation, citizen empowerment, as well as corporate responsibility.

The company employs 153 people, 91% of whom are Botswana citizens. The company is currently investing in two (2) technical training facilities in Gaborone and Francistown, in order to upskill their and service products of world-class technology.

willingness to go the extra mile.

NTT Nissan Botswana has three (3) strategically located branches across Botswana; Gaborone, Francistown and Maun, enabling the company

commitment to developing their most important resource; the human resource.

The company is currently undertaking a number of corporate responsibility projects across the country, which include the following:

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Constructing buildings and providing computers and computer equipment to Kalamare Village Kgotla Donating some Christmas hampers to the elderly in Kalamare village

NTT Nissan’s growth continue to be enjoyed by customers and Botswana’s economy at large. All in all, the future looks very exciting for NTT Nissan Botswana.

NTT Nissan Botswana has implemented a robust

investment is being made in various aspects of the business to ensure that the objectives of this strategy are realised.

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NTT Nissan Francistown

Phone.+267 241 2380 Phone.

Fax. 2424 & 2425 Sam Nujoma Rd, Francistown, P O Box 853, Gaborone, Botswana Plot No 5664 & 5671, Broadhurst Industrial, Gaborone Email: wikusc@nttnissan.co.bw VAT number: C000769701113 NTT Nissan Maun www.nttnissan.co.bw Phone.+267 686 4555 NTT Nissan Botswana 847 RiversideTsheko-Tsheko Road, Ngamiland Email: wikusc@nttnissan.co.bw

FAST+FURIOUS Fast+Furious International is a rapidly growing Botswana company that constantly evolves to do things differently and better all the time.

We are distinctive due to our unique model and the way we approach a customer’s needs. We do not try to fit the customer’s requirements into our model but attempt to create the best solution for the customer.

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the best people, new vehicles and new processes. We intend to remain a focussed and specialised transport solutions company. We do not want to be the biggest, but we do want to be the best at what we do. This is what we refer to as the ‘drive to win’ and our culture sets us apart from the traditional players.

Fast and Furious International’s transport solutions are a paradigm shift, a methodology for two companies to work together to achieve mutual success. We tackle things that may appear impossible to some. We work closely with our clients to co-design, engineer and

implement the appropriate customised solution. We strive for longterm relationships which creating meaningful partnerships.

Some examples of our industry specialisation include print and media, re-forwarding, health and beauty, direct sales networks, and pharmaceuticals.

Our people are ‘hands on’ and totally involved in the business. This is reflected in our flat management structure that removes layers of bureaucracy and provides practical on-the-job training and personal development.

Our culture is one of recognition and reward, encouraging teamwork and commitment to ensure that individuals know their role and what they must achieve to ensure our client’s success.

Tel: +267 393 4893 Fax: +267 393 4897 Email: info@fnflogistics.com www.fnflogistics.com

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PROPERTY, REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION

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E-MAN GROUP E-Man Group has its presence in India, South Africa and Zambia, apart from Botswana, the headquarters of the group. The group is headed by Theo Emanuel who came to Botswana as a Foreign Direct Investor. He chose to set up the headquarters of the group in Botswana, encouraged by the support he received from BEDIA (now BITC) and the forward thinking investor friendly government policies of Botswana and the friendly attitude of the peace loving Batswana.

In Sub-Saharan Africa, E-Man has chosen residential housing development as its core activity. This it does under its flagship brand ‘LouieVille’. E-Man creates residential estates that are eminently livable while being extremely cost effective, giving true value to all who have invested in a home in any of the LouieVilles.

It is the ethos of the management of E-Man to share the benefits of its developments with all stakeholders - the staff and workers who are its backbone; the home owners who are its valued clients and investors who choose to invest in any of the many projects spread over multiple locations.

Both, Homeowners and Investors typically see higher than market returns and value in owning LouieVille properties.

E-Man is privileged and proud to have local participation in its ventures in the strong and committed partnerships of ODE and Mr. Manhar Mooney of Trans in its developments in Botswana and Mr. Ramchandran Ottapathu of Choppies in Zambia. Both Mr. Mooney and Mr. Ram are also property investors in the LouieVille Estates in Botswana, as a show of their individual support and confidence, given their larger interest in supporting the local economy of Botswana and its development.

Tel: +267 3186157 Fax: +267 3186149 www.e-mangroup.com www.louieville.co.za

LouieVilles are in multiple locations in and around Gaborone - at Block 6, Block 8, Gaborone North, Broadhurst and Mogoditshane with combined investments of over five hundred million pula. E-Man is also poised to launch projects in Botswana that will garner investments of a further 500 million pula in Gaborone, as its contribution in these challenging economic times the world is facing - a reflection of the commitment it has towards the development of housing in Botswana. This accentuates the fact that E-Man is one of the fastest growing housing developer in the country, having in a short span of time over a billion pula worth of works developed or in different stages of development.

Apart from these investments, E-Man also has projects on the drawing boards for similar sought after estates in the outlying towns of Francistown, Palaype, Ganzi, Jawneng, Maun and Kasane so that a larger section of Batswana have the same opportunity to share in the benefits of a “Louie-Ville” as those in the capital city. When attending this year’s Ministry of Lands and Housing Phitso, it was highlighted that there was a need for “affordable housing”. To this vision E-Man has been working to provide good quality homes at affordable costs in similar gated estates with similar facilities it normally offers.

E-Man shows commitment and faith in the citizenry, by engaging and employing citizens in key positions in the company, particularly in the finance, procurement, marketing departments and on-site management of its projects. Towards the goal of benefitting from the local talent and abilities, E-Man regularly engages youngster’s fresh out of University as engineering, accounting and marketing trainees to learn and work at its many projects. And at the end of their training, continues to employ them wherever they are required. Or encourages them to take on the exciting world out there in this great nation of ours. Pula!

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iTowers, Floor 11, Unit C Tel: +267 3919971/ +267 72116388 Email: isaac@matchmakersproperties.com office@matchmakersproperties.com www.matchmakersproperties.com

I-TOWERS APARTMENTS STUDIO, 1 BED, 2 BEDS, 3 BEDS

About iTowers Apartments The brand new luxurious and upmarket iTowers apartments are located at the heart of Gaborone’s central business district (CDB), which is the most sought-after address in Botswana. iTowers Apartments combines the luxury of an exclusive serviced suites with all the offerings of a five- star hotel in the heart of the city. A variety of services and amenities are within easy reach including office space, gym, doctors, coffee shops, malls etc. these apartments are built to exceptional specifications and contemporary design aesthetics. 28 floors above the ground, iTowers, South Tower offers a unique living experience new to the city. Now defining the Gaborone skyline, this mixed-use development caters predominantly to the residential market, offering sophisticated urban living with unmatched views. iTowers South boasts first class amenities in the form of secure and underground parking, double access control at entrance points and reception, laundry and maid services, as well as discounted gym membership for purchasers.

Business Executive in the City For the corporate business executive who wants to be right in the thick of things - always ready for the next business meeting while living in the lap of luxury, iTowers Apartments are the place to be. With their harmonious blend of industrialchic and understated luxe comforts, iTowers offers the corporate executive an opportunity to stay connected with the rest of the world while enjoying a good rest. Centrally located in the heart of the New CBD, with easy access to public transport, prime shopping malls, corporate headquarters, restaurants as well as hotel and conference facilities, the iTowers are the ideal place to live, work and play.

Investors Best Choice For the investor, iTowers Apartments represent excellent value for money on an international scale. They are also a unique and exclusive investment because there will probably be no other investment of the same kind within the New CDB in the foreseeable future. iTowers Apartments are ideal for the offshore Batswana businessmen that frequent Gaborone or foreign investor because they can be used for short stays during holidays, business or family visits. When in town, one can enjoy a stay in their luxury apartments and then put the apartment in the market for rental when they leave. Therefore, the investor is assured of a home away from home at iTowers while in town and a guaranteed rental income when they’re not there.

In iTowers, the discerning investor has found the right mix of investment with regular commensurate returns.

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Gaborone Residential properties

ESTIMATED VALUE/ PRICE (P)

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Block 5

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Block 10

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Phakalane

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Extension 9

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Choosing the ideal apartment is an affair of the heart as much it is of the head, because it’s often based on financial consideration and finding a property that will suit one’s lifestyle and taste. In iTowers, anyone is assured of maximising future income, simply because there will most likely be no other similar development in the near future or medium term. Simply put, iTowers Apartments have great future value. The New CBD is not going to be recreated and most allocated plots have already been developed. Most of the remaining developments within the New CBD are limited to low-rise office blocks, shopping malls and parastatal/corporate headquarters. The panoramic view of the iTowers Apartments will humbly remain iconic because few or no other developments are anticipated to reach the 28-floor storey peak reached by iTowers. Besides, there are serious barriers to entry in the form of financing such a development.

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MTN Business Botswana is a subsidiary of the MTN Group Limited currently operating in 24 countries that puts focus on providing technical, innovative and reliable data communication solutions to businesses. MTN Business Botswana has a wide range of customers in various industries ranging from Parastatals, Freight, Banking, Government, Retail and Mining among others with five project operations locally, three in Gaborone, Francistown and Maun. MTN business Botswana thrives to deliver a flawlessly integrated network across the country.

MTN Business delivers its promise of effectively ensuring the success of its clients by providing secure, technologically advanced, efficient and reliable ICT solutions that are specifically designed to manage costs, improve efficiency and deliver consistent quality all backed up by a unique customer service experience.

MTN Business effectively and efficiently addresses the consumers’ communication challenges with minimal effort on the part of the consumer. MTN Business delivers unprecedented benefits of a seamless network that increases its reach and capacity every day.

In order to meet the customers’ requirements, we have redefined ourselves as the leading provider of advanced communications solutions within the country. As MTN Business we have a well-positioned ISP Unit to manage the integration, consolidation and convergence of any of our customers IP networking interests through the best breed of networks.

MTN BUSINESS BOTSWANA’s Y’ELLO CARE As MTN Business Botswana we believe we have a greater responsibility towards the community we operate in. We are actively involved in the empowerment and improvement of the community. We pride ourselves in giving back and seeing the community we operate in flourish.

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In 2007 MTN launched the 21 days of Y’ello Care campaign, which is an annual volunteerism initiative that sees the MTN staff actively give back to the community through the array of social projects they come up with. These social projects carry an underlying principle to have a positive and direct change in the lives of the selected beneficiaries carrying the theme “Investing in Educational for all”.

We embarked on this initiative with the rest of the MTN group, and will be participating for the third year, the following are a list of beneficiaries who were selected in the previous 2 years; 2015: Camphill community Trust- Their old library was revamped and converted into to a computer laboratory with a donation of 15 computers.

2016: Gakuto Primary School- MTN Business donated a satellite connection and Internet for a year as and a donation of a Smart-board and projector, computer, stationery and revision books. An old kitchen was revamped into a habitable teaching area with tables and chairs for the schools first reception class.

For 2017, the ICT and Media Services production office, which produces learning materials for special needs learners in Tlokweng was identified as a beneficiary. The main attention currently was on learners who are blind. MTN Business therefore provided 4 computers, 1 mac machine, 1 macbook, equipped their audio visual studio with studio

facilities and installed a portal to be accessed by 4 special needs centres.

MTN BUSINESS BOTSWANA PRODUCTS We offer a wide variety of products and services that facilitate reliable and secure data communication solutions, they include but are not limited to the following: • • • • • • • • • • • •

Dedicated Internet (Fibre, EOC or Wireless) Local and Global MPLS Microsoft Services - Express Route, Office 365 Cloud Services Managed firewalls IMASS (antivirus/antispam) Data Colocation/ Server hosting Domain hosting Mail security Website hosting Online backup Voice Over IP

MTN BUSINESS Botswana’s SKYe Connect MTN Business launched an all in one Internet solution designed for SMEs, the SKYe Connect. The offering will provide businesses with a security component that comprises of a shared firewall, Desktop anti-virus, Website hosting and hosted mailbox.

The communications solution comes in four versatile packages namely, SKYe Connect Lite, SKYe Connect Business essential, SKYe Connect Business Premium and SKYe Connect Business Platinum. With prices ranging from P532.00, SMEs now have the opportunity to grow their business with the help of affordable and reliable ICT solutions.

This service is created for small businesses that are starting to evolve into more serious players in their respective industries.

The SKYe connect creates a platform for growing companies to be technologically advanced and up to date with ICT platforms at a price that best suites the business and its potential.

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MAITSWE OUTDOOR Need a leaky tap fixed? Friendly vetted professionals at the best price are a button tap away.

Need to compare quotes? Tell us what you need.

Have a random craving? Our food court has you covered.

Want to explore the best locally produced products? We have what you’re looking for.

Are you a Service Provider or sell interesting products? Our platform gives your business a mobile-first internet layer at a fraction of the cost of setting up and managing your own ecommerce infrastructure. Get in touch with us for a live demo.

Book Appointments: Simply specify what you need done and when. The first Service Provider to respond to your request will gets your business. Or make a booking with your preferred provider directly.

Get Quotations: No more running around town. Get multiple Quotations for services or products. Fast. Press the Order button on any Quotation, specify your delivery date & time, consider it done!

Browse Catalogues: Browse through the product catalogues of local businesses and make purchases ranging from custom-made woodwork to exotic spices and everything in between.

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Order Food: Our Food Court offers a wide variety of ready-made meals from some of the finest chefs and outlets in town.

nakoMang What: Nakomang is a Virtual Marketplace that brings Customers and Service Providers together in a timely and convenient manner.

When: Nakomang will be launched into public beta (3-month pilot) first quarter of 2018 and will be available on the Google Play and Apple App Stores.

Where: Nakomang will be launched in Gaborone first, then will expand throughout the country over a 2 year period.

Who: Designed and developed by Vernon Kawonza, Nakomang is the flagship product of Maitswe in partnership with Botswana Innovation Hub. Why: Two reasons: The modern-day home-owner needs to get stuff done (or delivered).

Local businesses need a dedicated e-commerce platform that they have control over.

Who we are: Maitswe is an outdoor and digital advertising agency that has been operational since 2011 and was founded by Mr Maclean Letshwiti, who is a local business man that has operated in a multitude of industries ranging from the financial to agricultural sectors, building up his repertoire as a self-motivated serial entrepreneur.

Following establishment, ownership of the company has been transferred to Motheo Ditso Letshwiti, who is a graduate of the University of Cape Town with a triple major in Economics Philosophy and Politics.

What we do: We offer prime located billboards around the country, mobile applications and websites. The culture of Maitswe is rooted in quality service delivery and the pursuit for excellence, and this reflects in our products.

Tel: +267 393 4045 Fax: +267 393 0418 Email: mletshwiti@maitswe.com www.maitswe.com

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COM-LINK Com-Link (Pty) Ltd has been in the ICT industry for over 10 years. We are an establishment and popular company with an excellent track record for good customer service. We have been offering ICT services since 2004 to small firms and large companies alike. No firm/ company/ organizations are too big or too small to take advantage of our all-inclusive type of service. Our team of technology experts offer innovative solutions for all your ICT needs.

Com-Link is founded on three principles: • Customer service • Quality service • Competitive prices We have partnered with industry leading product and service providers across the infrastructure spectrum. Partners appreciate our work and Com-Link values our partners because we know that our valued customers benefit from these relationships.

Our services include but not limited to: • Outsourced IT • Technology deployment • Hardware & software migrations • Infrastructure supply, install and support

Plot 135, Unit 6 Gaborone International Finance Park Switchboard: +267 315 8406 Fax: +267 315 8401 E-mail: info@comlinkbots.com Website: www.comlinkbots.com

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RedPepper PR and Communication Consultancy As an innovative Brand Possibility Agency RedPepper’s mission is to create memorable experiences that shape the way people engage and connect with brands.

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RedPepper is an innovative Brand Possibility Agency with a mission to create memorable experiences that shape the way people engage and connect with brands. The company has rebranded to become focused on unlocking the true potential of their clients’ brands. Based in Gaborone, Botswana, RedPepper has a broad reach throughout Africa and is focused on influencing the growth of companies through targeted and creative communication.

committed, focused team on hand, quality outcomes are a certainty. As passionate believers in the benefits of collaboration, the team draws upon a broad network and collective team of first-class local and international talent to deliver and produce the very best. With a strong network of select partners, RedPepper thrives on finding and maximising the opportunities for brands and delivering exactly what they need to excel and prosper.

The agency provides effective outcomes that not only exceed current market expectations, but also continue to build and grow over time. As it has become harder and harder to stand apart from the crowd and differentiate, every brand needs a creative team who are in tune with the true potential of their organisation.

Through strong attention to detail, use of clear and effective language – and the power of engagement on an experiential level, the team works collaboratively with clients to create compelling branded materials and experiences.

RedPepper works hard to push the limits of what is possible, making each impression brighter, sharper, more unique and more engaging.

Delivering solutions that don’t get forgotten - making brands brilliant. High impact, brand-driven experiences that encourage audience engagement can be executed across print, environmental, press and event channels, built upon a solid foundation of communication strategy, marketing and product launch experience.

With a wealth of production experience and unrivalled technical capability, RedPepper lives by the philosophy that anything is possible. Assuming the role of project custodian, RedPepper can manage event logistics, merchandising and media placement so that clients don’t have to worry about the fine print.

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Create.

Creating high impact, branddriven experiences that drive audience engagement across print, environmental, press and event channels. Built upon a solid foundation of communication strategy, marketing and product launch experience.

Produce.

Driving awareness and engagement through the production of quality branded products, gifts and merchandise. With a wealth of production experience and unrivalled technical capability we live by the philosophy anything is possible.

Deliver.

Assuming the role of project custodian managing event logistics, merchandising and media placement so you don’t have to worry about the fine print. With precise attention to detail and a committed, focussed team on hand dependability comes standard.

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Botswana’s first online radio platform, aimed at further developing the country’s media industry and run by business people with an ability to see beyond the curve; true innovators. A luxury app based online radio environment.

ICE100’s key focus areas are: Business & entrepreneurship, Sports, tourism & travel, investment & trade as well as the entertainment industry. All this, with a soundtrack of the hottest hit music from Botswana and the world. Content is king on ICE100, with shows being CONTENT driven and guests being knowledgeable. The ICE100 Presenter is very well researched in order to start interviews from a place of knowledge. We know, but would like to know more.

ICE100 represents high-brow, world-class entertainment for the discerning listener, a listener who demands the absolute best entertainment, information and education. Targeted key demographic is 19 to 40, plus spillage i.e. the young adult and adult contemporary market, worldwide.

ICE100 was established in July 2017 and is already a market leader and all eyes are on this station, this company, this ground breaker.

ICE100 boasts a roster featuring some of the best talent in Botswana, veterans of radio as well as new talent. The talent pool is deep and features big brand names in Botswana radio such as;

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Loungo Andre Pitse, our breakfast host Drew Chadhall, our evening show host Mimi Dintwa AKA Zizi Panther, our sports show host Thato Matlhabaphiri AKA Scar, the rap legend and drive time show host

The newbies

• Lorato Po, the entertainment lunchtime drive host • Ponalo Tumelo, brand expert and talk show host • Kgosi, a member of award winning music outfit Team Distant and host of the house music show • Sharon Seth, network engineer and host of our tech show, Innovations

These are just a few of the presenters that can currently be heard on ICE100, not only great talent, but experts in their chosen fields and passionate about creating world class radio.

These are the facts, the business case for why ICE100 is the future of African media; 1. Millennials will, by 2022, make up over 60% of the sub Saharan African population 2. Most urbanites and more and more rural area dwellers, spend a large chunk of time online, through social media thus are potential clientele for streaming services 3. Online platforms such as ICE100 are multimedia, not just audio i.e. advertisers can utilize graphics, video and audio to advertise on one platform

The smart money is going digital, so should yours.

BONA OUTDOOR ADVERTISING (PTY) LTD Bona Outdoor Advertising (PTY) Ltd is registered as a dynamic media, marketing, advertising & printing company. We specialize in branding (print media), Outdoor/Indoor advertising & Graphic Design.

Bona Outdoor Advertising is a 100% citizen owned company. We offer companies the best suited media to advertise their brands and reach their target market demographics by pinpointing the media that will bring the highest returns and brand recognition.

Since 2009, Bona Outdoor Advertising has maintained a commitment to creativity and quality as it serves clients across Botswana. Our Services and experience are specific to the needs of the client and we are familiar with the advertising industry backed by our extensive training.

VISION STATEMENT

To highly promote our client brands, products and services through advertising and strong marketing campaigns within our client’s budget.

MISSION STATEMENT

To become marketing partners with our clients through providing them with the best advertising strategies.

SERVICES DIRECT TO GARMENT

T-Shirt, Jeans, Sweaters, Shoes, Caps, Bags and Pillow Cases.

DYE SUBLIMATION

Telescopics/ Teardrops/Sharkfin Banners, Gazebos, Pop Up Banner, Backdrop Banner, Flags and Bunting Flags.

DIRECT COLOUR SYSTEMS

Water Bottles, Pens, Memory Sticks, Diary, Stress Ball, License Disk, Golf Ball, Cell Phone Covers, Ada Braille, Cups or any Flat Surface (Glass, Pesperx and metal).

SOLVENT

Pull Up Banners, X Banners, Marching Banners, Vinyl (Contravision, SunBlast), PVC, Stall Branding and Car Branding.

HEAT PRESS

Aprons, Ceramic, Baby Clothes, Protective Clothing, Caps and Promotional Materials.

OUTDOOR ADVERTISING

Billboards, Directional Signs, Light Boxes, Signboards and Trailer Advertising.

OTHER (Advertising Hardware System)

Snapper Frames, Brochures Stands, Cocktail Tables and Bar Stools.

EMBROIDERY

Corporate Wear, Towel, Face Cloth, Caps, Shirts, Bags and Camp Chairs.

P O Box 431 AAH, Masa, Gaborone, Botswana Gaborone Technology Park, Unit 19, Plot 22072 Mahuditlhake Road, Gaborone West Industrial Tel: +267 390 3607 Fax: +267 390 3981 Cell: +267 71 886 633 Email: degraaf@bonaadvertising.co.bw www.bona.co.bw 255

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FIRST NATIONAL BANK BOTSWANA First National Bank Botswana (FNBB) was registered in 1991, as a wholly owned subsidiary of First National Bank Holdings (Botswana). Various acquisitions led to the Bank becoming a listed entity on the Botswana Stock Exchange in 1993. As at June 2017, FNBB is the largest company on the Botswana Stock Exchange by capitalisation.

The Bank has the largest balance sheet of all banks in Botswana, totaling P23.6 billion, and the largest advances book - over P15 billion. FNBB has, in its 26 years of operation, become the most profitable bank in Botswana with the most diversified balance sheet structured to achieve sustainable profits in all economic conditions.

Employing more than 1200 people, FNBB services customers across the country through a network of 150 ATMs, 25 Slimline ATMs, 51 ATMs with Deposit and 23 branches. The Bank executes its corporate social responsibility (CSR) through the FNBB Foundation which is one of the biggest corporate donors and a leader in CSR not only in the financial services sector but also in the country.

Established in 2001, to date the Foundation has invested approximately P40 million in various social responsibility projects, enriching and uplifting the lives of many people in need across the country.

Annually, the Bank contributes up to 1% of its after tax profits to the Foundation. An extension of the Foundation’s commitment towards the community is the Staff Volunteer Programme which is an initiative that affords the Bank’s employees an opportunity to identify a deserving project of their choice in their respective localities, to donate funds and volunteer their time.

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FNBB recognizes that in order for the economy of Botswana to grow and thrive, a significant contribution has to be made by the small to medium sized business (SMME) sector.

FNBB has tailor made solutions to suit the needs of the SMME sector. The Business Banking subsegment offers a number of solutions for SMMEs, including: • • • • • • • • • • •

FNB Business Account FNB Foreign Currency Account FNB Business Debit Card Online Banking for Business eWallet Bulk Send 7-Day Notice and 32-Day Interest Account Flexi-Fixed Investment Options Instant Accounting for Business PayPal Withdraw service with FNB Mogwebi Insurance for Business Purchase order financing

These tools, products and services equip business owners and give them information that they need to make informed decisions about their businesses.

Banking with FNBB offers businesses unparalleled banking experience coupled with facilities available beyond traditional banking hours such as ATMs with deposits and cell phone banking.

@FNB_Botswana

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BOTSWANA INSURANCE COMPANY LIMITED Botswana Insurance Company (BIC) is a home grown short term insurer, incorporated in Botswana in 1975 that has proven over the last 41 years to be a reputable organisation which is here to stay.

BIC has over this period built a robust service delivery model by providing exceptional insurance products and services aimed at specific markets which are continually being updated and expanded to cater for the dynamic and ever changing needs of the people and commercial organisations it serves. These products and services are marketed through 3 channels, independent brokers, agents and its own direct marketers.

The longest serving short term insurance provider in Botswana, with a head office in Gaborone, and 2 branches, one based in Francistown catering for the Northern region and another in Maun is a subsidiary of Masawara Plc, which has interests across Africa in insurance, the hospitality industry and agrochemicals sector. In 2016, Botswana Insurance Holdings Limited (BIHL), one of the largest financial services groups listed on the Botswana Stock Exchange, purchased 50% of BIC’s share capital. The transformation which has unlocked and strengthened partnership potential and opportunities.

BIC has the capabilities and expertise to provide insurance covers for commercial lines of business ranging from fire insurance, buildings combined insurance, office contents, money insurance and public liability insurance to affordable individual policies including house owner Insurance, householders Insurance, personal All Risk, motor Insurance and travel Insurance. Specialised covers for the mining, construction and aviation industries are also catered for with covers ranging from Professional Indemnity insurance, Political riot, Aviation Hull All Risks, Erection all Risks and Construction all Risks.

BIC was the first insurance company in Botswana to be awarded an AA- credit rating, which was achieved through BIC’s firm capital accumulation, through sound earnings generation, underwriting profits and stable investment income.

The company has contributed tremendously to socio-economic development and employment creation. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a crucial component of the business, and in 2014 BIC won a Vision 2016 award for its contribution towards social development, based on its sustainable partnership approach strategy for CSR.

BIC’s talent pool is also vital to growth; the company has invested heavily in training its staff to the highest professional qualifications, and is one of the only short term insurance companies to have a fully functional local operational team, looking at various core functions as well as support services.

VISION To be the insurer of first choice in the market we operate in.

MISSION To continuously provide our valued clients with services that surpass expectation.

VALUES Integrity Respect Communication Value Creation Empowerment and Development Teamwork

Tel: +267 3600500 www.bic.co.bw

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LIBERTY LIFE BOTSWANA Celebrating a decade of enabling financial freedom.

At the age of 26 Sir Donald Gordon changed the insurance industry landscape, pioneering a forward-looking way for people to plan for their future. Liberty was formed after he watched his father, who dedicated his life to working hard and providing for his family, retire with a meager R28 pay cheque. This was the beginning of his journey toward financial freedom not just for himself, but for many individuals across the continent. The business started as the answer to one important question: Why shouldn’t more people retire financially free? And that’s why, today, they do.

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With this sense of obligation he built Liberty; an organisation that is passionate about improving people’s lives by making their financial freedom possible. Nearly 60 years later, the company has a presence across the African continent including Botswana. Established in 2008 as a specialist life insurance company, Liberty Life Botswana undertook a new venture of carving the path to financial freedom for the ordinary Motswana.

Through our 10 year journey of providing innovative and relevant group and individual risk protection we have garnered an excellent reputation for creating tailormade risk solutions for our clients. Our solutions not only provide financial peace of mind, but can take away the potential for any financial difficulties arising from severe injury, illness and/or loss of life. We understand the vital part that we play in the lives of our clients and their loved ones. This is a role that we perform diligently and earnestly. We aspire to change Batswana’s realities for the better.

Over our decade long journey we have put our customers at the core of our business strategy. In creating a brand that becomes the trusted leader in insurance that puts the customer’s needs first, we have prioritised understanding the needs of our customers by creating products that have their best interests at heart. Our product range includes bancassurance products, credit life and disability, group life and funeral benefits among others. As Liberty Life Botswana, it is our on-going responsibility to empower our clients; individuals, small businesses and large corporate institutions by developing the best suitable risk benefit solutions that stand to make a real difference in their lives. In 2015, we launched two market first Life cover products, Platinum and Simple Life Plans.

Accessibility and reach are also a key driver of what we do. In keeping with the times we have introduced technocentric methods of doing business that are driven by our desire to evolve as our customers do. We recently introduced Office-In-A-Box, an industry leading solution which provides superior customer service to prospective and existing clients anywhere they maybe without the convention of an office.

As an organisation that values knowledge and empowerment we set out to actively make a difference in the communities within which we operate. Through initiatives such as Mind My Money Financial Literacy Program we are not only highlighting the importance

financial freedom but also planting the seed for generations to come. Improving access to financial education for all through this new approach will assists in the growth and development of communities, guided by the principles of financial inclusion, collaborative partnership, sustainability and relevance.

We have been proud to support select sporting and artistic initiatives in Botswana. In 2014 Liberty became one of the key sponsors of the highly popular Gaborone-based professional soccer team, Township Rollers who remain the reigning champions of the Botswana Premier League to date. The partnership with Township Rollers, known affectionately as Popa, reinforced the association between the respective brands and businesses. Additionally, we also took the Kgalemang Tumediso Motsete (KTM) choir under our wing as their sponsor. KTM choir, Botswana’s leading choir group is a regionally revered choral group whose major focus is promoting and performing Botswana tradition and culture through song.

Liberty is not just a name – it’s what we do. Ours is a business that has and will continue to keep best interests of Batswana at the helm of what we do. With that, we shall continue to pave the way to create financial inclusion a reality in the lives of Botswana. A hand of gratitude goes to our various stakeholders for having come along with us on this decade long journey.

6th Floor, Fairscape Precinct Plot 70667, Fairgrounds Tel: +267 318 0262 | Fax: +267 391 0311 Liberty Life Botswana | @libertylifebw @libertylifebotswana | Liberty Life Botswana www.liberty.co.bw 265

DYNAMIC, AT THE HEART OF ALL YOUR INSURANCE SOLUTIONS • • • • • • •

Contractors All Risk Insurance Professional Indemnity All Property & Pecuniary Insurance Personal lines Corporate & Business Insurance Professional Indeminity & Directors Liability Contractors All Risk

• • • • • • •

Commercial & Personal insurance Life and funeral policy Group life & Credit life Corporate Pension Expense Policy Risk Management Solutions Bancassurance (Credit Life, Mortgage)

(ESP) Insurance Requirements:

Contact us today to get a free competitive quote Head Office Plot 54368, 2nd Floor North Tower Unit 2AB, iTowers, CBD Gaborone Tel: (+267) 3906490 Cell: (+267) 71386885 Email: dib@dib.co.bw reception@dib.co.bw

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Palapye Branch Office Plot 79, Unit 16, Makwapa Complex P.O box 11003 Palapye Tel: 4923146 Cell: 74024716 Email: esther@dib.co.bw

Maun Branch Office Plot 208, Maun Mall P.O Box 175 Maun Tel: 6862514 Cell: 74117668 Email: dibmaun@dib.co.bw

DYNAMIC INSURANCE BROKERS PTY LTD

At the Heart of All your insurance needs

Dynamic is an authorized insurance broker and one of the lead service providers in Botswana. We are a privately held organization of motivated and innovative insurance experts who collectively, have expertise, knowledge and experience in all areas of insurance, short term or long term.

We are able to help clients understand the risk consequences of their business decisions and provide bespoke insurance solutions for them to manage/mitigate the risks. We are able to get better terms, interpret complicated policy wordings, review current coverages and expedite the claims process on behalf of our clients.

Dynamic Insurance Brokers was established in 1994 and has since grown from strength to strength since then, to command a significant market share in the insurance broking space. Our Head Office is in the prime CBD area (I-Towers) in Gaborone. We also have a branch network in Maun and Palapye to cater for our clients in other regions. We also expanded into the Zambian market to cater for our Multi National corporate clients, as well as establish our footprint in Africa. We have since made tremendous progress, through leveraging on the network of our partners in the region, the Allied Africa Broker Network.

Our success comes from our strong customer service culture and our ability to embrace change and evolve with the times.

Our unique proposition is value creation, which enables us to provide insurance services to a wide range of industries including Agriculture, Transport and Logistics, Textile, Mining, Construction, Governmental and Non-Governmental Organizations, Forestry, Retail, Local Government, Manufacturing, Tourism and Hospitality, Information Technology and Media, Financial Institutions, Professionals, Education, Religion, Aviation etc.

Our range of services include the following types of insurance among others; • Commercial Insurances, Personal Insurances e.g. house owners, household contents, vehicles • Aviation Insurance, Construction • Agriculture, Special tailored risk solutions • Pensions and Employee Benefits, Life Insurance • Credit Life, Group Schemes, Funeral Expenses cover • Specialised Covers E.g. Professional Indemnity, Directors and Officers Liability etc.

• Micro Insurance cover that speaks to everyday needs of this strata group We strive to secure and develop strong relationships with our clients, both existing and prospective. We guarantee to provide our clients with the most appropriate solution to their needs and competitive terms from the market.

As a prudent risk advisor, the security of our clients is at the core of our operations. As a result, we constantly monitor the security of our underwriters and re-insurers through market bulletins, trade news, interactions with the regulator, trade associations and international consultants. Where we feel that the security of our clients is threatened, with consultations with the client, we immediately shift business to other secure underwriters without waiting for renewal.

We remain Customer Focused and Committed to respond rapidly to your enquiries and claims whether you Walk in, Phone in, Mail It or Text.

Tel: +267 390 6490 | Email: dib@dib.co.bw Dynamicinsurancebrokers | www.dib.co.bw 267

WORLD-CLASS WEALTH MANAGEMENT solutions for your growing financial needs

Through this specialised offering for high net worth clients, we deliver personalised service and a bouquet of bespoke insurance and wealth management solutions deliverd under one roof Our Wealth Managers are trained to offer tailor-made advisory services to assist you with Retirement planning, estate planning, life insurance, investment and wealth management

Call us on 363 4784 and let us open up a new world of possibilities for you.

INSURANCE I FINANCIAL PLANNING I RETIREMENT I INVESTMENT I WEALTH

Botswana Life Insurance Limited is a member of the BIHL group

BOTSWANA LIFE AFFLUENT SEGMENT:

AN INSURANCE REVOLUTION With Botswana aiming to become a world-class hub for cross-border financial and business services throughout Africa and globally; and as one of the most affluent economies in Southern Africa with a robust growth outlook, its wealthy population presents a sizeable market for financial services such as banking and insurance, relative to most other regional economies. This is part of the reason, why leading life insurer Botswana Life found it fit to launch the very first Affluent Segment in the insurance industry of the country.

Managing wealth can be overwhelming for a professional, who is highly-mobile and whose time and money are precious. It is with this in mind that the Botswana Life Affluent segment introduced ‘wealth managers’, to simplify wealth management, so that the customer can focus on what matters. This select group of exceptional individuals have been trained to offer tailor made advisory services to assist one with a holistic Wealth Management addressing extensive life insurance, estate planning, retirement planning, and structured investment solutions.

This segment has been deemed a ‘revolution in the insurance market’, offering differentiated products and services. It is tailored for the high net worth segment of the market. With a diagnostic approach that takes the role of wealth management, the segment brings along an Affluent Service Centre, with an offering that is distinct from the traditional way of selling insurance. Through wealth managers they recommend tailored solutions based on customers’ needs in line with their lifestyle, ambitions, interests and future prospects.

Being a business that is forward thinking, the Botswana Life Affluent Segment has identified financial advisory (wealth manager) as a role that is important in our current markets. The insurance giant through setting up the Affluent Segment, pioneered new landscapes of wealth management as a career path open to the young. They will be embarking on educational drives through various campaigns that speak to this skill that has not been explored extensively.

Businesses, especially small medium and micro enterprises, in the same breath as individuals also need financial advisory services. The Botswana Life Affluent Segment understands that the most important asset in any business is its people. The ongoing profitability, sustainability and, as a result, the capital value of the business, are largely reliant on the input of the key employees in the business. Therefore the loss of a key person constitutes a risk for the business, hence why Botswana Life Affluent also offers a comprehensive set of solutions for entrepreneurs and business owners to address personal and business assurance needs.

From a global perspective, the Affluent Segment is transforming traditional insurance towards the impending fourth industrial revolution. As a company that advocates for innovation and the improvement of efficiency, Botswana Life has taken a step towards welcoming the new era of insurance.

Affluent Service Centre is located at the Central Business District (CBD), Plot 54358, Morula House, Prime Plaza in Gaborone.

For more information on the segment, call +267 363 4784 or +267 3623700

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“Doing things right the first time and all the time”

ULTIMATE CARE INSURANCE BROKERS

Ultimate Care is a licensed insurance broking company with 100% local ownership operating in Botswana. We aim to serve the financial protection needs of individuals, societies and corporate entities with specific focus on the following key aspects: • Risk identification and minimization • Policy selection • Claims administration As a local brokerage firm, with local directors and shareholders, we are committed to sustaining a long-term presence in Botswana. Our business is capably handled by a team of enthusiastic and talented people who have extensive experience in the insurance and service industries. The experience, expertise and willingness to “Go the extra mile” is what gives our firm the competitive edge in dealing with the insurance needs of our clients.

We believe in providing high quality service and prompt response to our client needs. We are a reliable and dependable company with competent and experienced personnel that offer personal and friendly service in a professional manner, and offer sound advice based on “up to date” industry knowledge.

Ultimate Care Insurance Brokers (Pty) Ltd Plot 54386, 10th Floor, Unit D, East Wing ITowers, New CBD Gaborone Botswana Switchboard: +267 318 1308 Fax: +267 318 1312 Email: info@ultimatecare.co.bw www.ultimatecare.co.bw

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FAIRSCAPE PRECINCT

The Realm of Splendour: WORK.LIVE.PLAY Fairscape Precinct is a Commercial Holdings (100% BDC subsidiary) development. It is the headquarters of BDC and home to an increasing number of brands in commercial and retail space.

Fairscape Precinct comprises of 15 floors of A Grade offices and penthouses in The Tower, as well as two free standing office blocks around a central piazza. The piazza is designed to host retail and restaurant spaces that offer a premium lifestyle experience. Such a mixeduse concept brings a harmonious, modern and high-class working and living environment into the country.

The award winning development is an unmistakable feature of the Gaborone city skyline located in the heart of Fairgrounds.

The unmissable Fairscape Precinct is as unique as it is trendsetting. The property,

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valued at over P400 million, was designed as a unique multipurpose development that raised the bar for office and retail space available at Fairgrounds.

The development boasts a number of environmentally conscious features including but not limited to the reinforcing steel being manufactured from recycled materials, energy efficient mechanical and electrical installation and performance glass to all buildings to increase the efficiency of the HVAC system.

Moreover, Fairscape also appeases those with a penchant for architectural splendour. This has been recognised through the receipt of such prestigious and coveted accolades as the Fulton Awards. The awards included the Building Structure award for projects over R100 million in total value, and a Commendation for Innovation in Concrete.

Fairscape Precinct Plot 70667, Fairgrounds Office Park

Botswana Development Corporation or ‘BDC,’ is the country’s main agency for commercial and industrial development.

Established in 1970 under the Companies Act, BDC is a company Limited by Shares and owned by the Government of Botswana. The control of the Corporation is vested in an independent Board of Directors led by an Independent NonExecutive Chairman. The Managing Director is responsible for the day to day running of the Corporation.

OUR MANDATE BDC’s primary mandate is to drive the industrialisation of the

To be an innovative and sustainable development

To provide, facilitate and support funding of commercially viable enterprises in order to contribute to the sustainable development and economic growth of the Botswana economy.

commercially viable projects. BDC provides both debt and equity funding to commercially viable projects that perform one or more of the following functions: • Pioneer new industries • Unlock value in existing industries • Stimulate private sector growth and foster linkages with the local and foreign investors • • • Investment outside Botswana boarders Financing starts at P30 million investments.

The Corporation invests in commercially viable projects in all sectors of the economy except large-scale mining. These sectors include: unchartered territories, with energy, imagination or initiative

Remain steadfast in delivering on BDCs promises in a manner which upholds honesty, fairness and equality

@BDCLimited Botswana Development Corporation Limited Botswana Development Corporation Limited www.bdc.bw

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Foster the spirit of collaboration internally to work with one another to achieve our vision and with other institutions within Botswana and abroad to achieve our mandate

BOTSWANA INVESTMENT AND TRADE CENTRE Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) is an integrated Investment and Trade Promotion Authority with an encompassing mandate of investment promotion and attraction; export promotion and development including management of the Nation Brand.

The organization plays a critical role of driving Botswana’s economic growth through attraction of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), domestic investment, facilitation of expansions and further spearheads the growth of exports by promoting locally manufactured goods to regional and international markets.

BITC drives wealth creation for Batswana by creating platforms that will ensure increased citizen participation in the economy and create sustainable job opportunities.

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WHY BOTSWANA?

• Botswana is Stable, Peaceful, and Transparent.

• Botswana is Committed to Sound Fiscal Policy, Economic Freedom and has a Steady and Dramatic Growth Rate.

• Botswana Opens the Door to a Massive Market through bilateral and multilateral agreements.

• The Quality of Botswana’s Workforce is Second to None in Africa.

• The Government of Botswana is committed to Make Your Investment Work for You. • Botswana is Committed to Continued Growth.

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Our country’s policy is orientated towards sustainable growth and diversification through coordinated efforts and

contributions from various sectors of the economy, including: • • • • • • • • • • •

Manufacturing, Agriculture and agro processing, Mineral beneficiation, Financial and Business Services, Health, Education, Automotive and component manufacturing, Energy, ICT, Cargo and Logistics, Infrastructure development.

INVESTMENT CLIMATE

Botswana guarantees investors protection and incentives due to a robust and streamlined regulation practice. The country’s Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) provides for non-discriminatory treatment of foreign investors.

Robust Investment Incentives:

• No foreign exchange controls; remittance and full repatriation of profits and dividends.

• No restrictions on business ownership.

• Duty-free import of machinery and equipment for manufacturing purposes.

• Customs duty exemption on raw materials for goods going outside of SACU. • Liberal tax regime: 22% corporate and 25% personal tax, with 15% corporate tax for manufacturing and IFSC-registered companies (lowest taxes in the SADC region).

• Negotiable tax holiday up to 10 years maximum.

• Deductible training rebate of 200%

Incentives for IFSC Accredited Companies

• A competitive corporate tax incentive framework; 15% corporate tax.

• Exemption from Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Withholding Tax (WHT).

• Access to a growing network of Double Taxation Avoidance (DTA) Treaties.

• No foreign exchange controls.

• Denomination of share capital in any major convertible currency.

MARKET ACCESS

• Botswana is at the centre of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), with market access to over 270 million people in 15 countries with combined GDP of more than US$700 billion.

• As a member of the Southern African Customs Union (SACU), Botswana’s products enjoy duty free access to a market of more than 55 million people in 5 countries (Botswana, Namibia, Lesotho, Swaziland and South Africa.

• Also through SACU, Botswana is part of the Trade, Investment and Development Cooperation Agreement (TIDCA) with the US; the FTA agreement with the EFTA States and Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) with MERCOSUR. • Botswana is eligible for trade benefits with the US under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).

• The EU-SADC EPA agreement provides duty free, quota free market access for products coming from Botswana, and other ACP countries.

BITC Head Office Private Bag 00445, Gaborone, Botswana Plot 54351, PG Matante Road Exponential Building Central Business District (CDB) Gaborone, Botswana Tel: +267 363 3300 Fax: +267 317 0452 BITC United Kingdom Office 6 Stratford Place W1C 1AY, London, United Kingdom Tel: +44 207 499 0031 / 781 818 2995 Fax: +44 207 491 8528 BITC India No. 43, Maker Chamber VI Nariman Point Mumbai-400 021, India Tel: +91 22 4360 2100 Fax: +91 22 4360 2111 BITC South Africa 88 Stella Street, Sandton Mews 3rd Floor, West Wing, Sandton, Johannesburg, South Africa Tel: +27 11 884 8959 Fax: +27 11 883 7798

Botswana Investment and Trade Centre | Go_Botswana | Botswana Investment and Trade Centre https://www.linkedin.com/company/botswana-investment-and-trade-centre | Email: enquiries@bitc.co.bw | www.gobotswana.com

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STANLIB

Investment Management Services Botswana Year of Establishment and Background

STANLIB Investment Management Services (Pty) Ltd was established in 2002 as a 50/50 joint venture between Stanbic Bank of Botswana (Stanbic) and STANLIB Asset Management Ltd (STANLIB), which are both subsidiaries of the Standard Bank Group of South Africa.

STANLIB Asset Management was created in May 2002 through the merger of Liberty Asset Management (LIBAM) and Standard Corporate and Merchant Bank Asset Management: Liberty Asset Management was founded in 1969 and SCMB Asset Management in 1974. Individually these operations were among the top 10 asset managers in terms of assets under management and combining these assets resulted in STANLIB becoming the third largest asset manager in South Africa.

In 2011, Stanbic Bank Botswana and STANLIB sold their respective 50% holdings in STANLIB Botswana to Liberty Holdings, resulting in STANLIB Botswana becoming 100% owned by the Liberty Holdings Group. A local holding company, Liberty Holdings Botswana (LHB), was then created initially owning 100% of STANLIB Botswana. In that same year, 26% of LHB’s holding in STANLIB Botswana was sold to local partners through an empowerment initiative aimed at fostering local participation and ownership in the business.

Product Offering

STANLIB Botswana began offering investment management services in 2002 when it was established, initially targeting the retail market through its unit trust offerings. The company started managing pension fund assets in 2005 following the launch of its balanced fund unit trust product, the STANLIB Botswana Managed Prudential Fund.

STANLIB Franchise Model

We recognise that our clients have diverse needs and that there is no ‘one size fits all’ investment solution. Consequently, we look at investments from a multitude of angles through many lenses. This gives us an in-depth understanding of an ever-changing investment landscape. To this extent, our investment model houses multiple focused philosophies which are able to cater for diverse client needs.

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styles such as the Balanced, Fixed Income, Listed Property, Direct Property, Research, Unconstrained Equity, Absolute Return, Beta Quants (passive and quantitative driven investments) and PanAfrican (equity and fixed income) Franchises, headed by investment professionals who are focused on managing investments in their chosen area of expertise, in a style that resonates deeply with them.

The model embraces the strength of diversity and the power of focus where: • Focused teams concentrate on their highly specialised areas of investment, and are able to express their best investment views.

• Entrepreneurial/owner driven behaviour is encouraged as each franchise head operates autonomously and has their own return/ profitability objectives to meet as a business unit.

• A ‘shared services hub’ provides the following support services to the franchises – HR, IT, Legal and Compliance, Risk Management, Strategy and Operations, Finance, and Marketing.

Diversity comes from:

• Being able to provide asset management services across different asset classes and investment styles across different regions that can be tailored into a solution that is specific to each client’s needs.

• Providing both passive and active management of funds.

• A platform that is able to offer both single manager capabilities and multi-manager capabilities.

In Botswana, we have developed Fixed Interest (Stanlib Money Market Fund & Stanlib Income Fund), Balanced (STANLIB Managed Prudential Fund) and Core Equity (STANLIB Equity Fund), Direct Property Investment and Research capabilities. These are managed and invested by our team in Botswana with support from the relevant franchises in SA where necessary. It is important to note that full investment decision-making authority resides in the local team. In addition, we tap into the expertise of teams such as the Pan-Africa Franchise for equity and credit insights across the continent in order to enhance the quality of our investment decisions.

Plot 70667, Fairscape Precinct, 6th Floor, Fairgrounds Office Park Private Bag 00168, Gaborone, Botswana Tel: + 267 391 0310 | Fax: +267 391 0311 www.stanlib.com/botswana

STANLIB is an authorised financial services provider.

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Today, in investments, everything is connected.

Like the local mining industry and the decreasing demand of one of its biggest export markets.

Understanding these connections is the difference between profit and loss. That’s why STANLIB connects multiple specialists across asset classes and markets to make better investment decisions for you. Because a connected world demands multi-specialist investing. #ConnectedInvesting

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We are an ever growing tribe of media entrepreneurs, colleagues and friends that publish the Best of the World and Leaders in Industry series of books both in print and online.In today’s worldwide market, every country, city and region must compete with others for a share of the world’s skilled work force, top entrepreneurs, tourists, exports, and investors.

Brand Image

Branding a Nation, a City and its People GVP brands and builds the image of the world’s most exciting economic regions to affect a change in the perception of a nation, a city and its people by the rest of the world. This then promotes the region in terms of its investment opportunities, key industries, innovations, people, culture, tourism potential and international objectives.

Product - The Books Celebrate your success

The ‘Best of…’ publishing series produces annual maxi format book publications in over 50 territories, from Bangalore to Belgium. These detail success stories of people and companies making positive inroads into the commercial fibre of both mature and emerging markets.

The books showcase entrepreneurial spirit; establishing powerful global networks and the creation of individual brand awareness by bridging cultures. The result is the ultimate interactive corporate gift and P.R. marketing tool for governments, companies, hotels and business people providing leading products and services for their region.

Please join us in promoting your country as we make the Globe our Village, info@globalvillage.world.

Participators Index AfroBella Natural Hair Studio...........................................................................................................156 Audiotech.........................................................................................................................................204 Avani Gaborone Resort & Casino.....................................................................................................110 Ba Isago University..........................................................................................................................180 Bantastic Sounds - BanT...................................................................................................................76 Beauty By Lei...................................................................................................................................162 Beauty By Namy...............................................................................................................................160 Benju (Pty) Ltd .................................................................................................................................124 BIKM Realtors..................................................................................................................................236 Black Taxis International.....................................................................................................................96 Body Signature.................................................................................................................................150 Bona Outdoor Advertising................................................................................................................254 Boswa Energy Botswana.................................................................................................................208 Botswana Accountancy College - BAC .................................................................................. IFC, 172 Botswana Development Corporation - BDC....................................................................................274 Botswana Insurance Company Limited (BIC)..................................................................................262 Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC)............................................................. IFC, 276, OBC Botswana Life Insurance Ltd............................................................................................................268 Botswana University of Agriculture and Natural Resources - BUAN...............................................186 Brand Botswana - Our pride, your destination ........................................................................... IFC, 1 Brookhills Montessori School ..........................................................................................................190 Cally Clothing ..................................................................................................................................202 Camelot Spa.....................................................................................................................................142 Choppies Enterprises Ltd.................................................................................................................198 Com-Link (Pty) Ltd...........................................................................................................................245 CPP Botswana (Pty) Ltd...................................................................................................................200 DC Tours - DC Lounge.......................................................................................................................98 DDT College of Medicine.................................................................................................................182 De Beers Group - Forevermark & The Shining Light Awards...........................................................214 Delayna Scott Designs.....................................................................................................................136 Dirang Car Rental.............................................................................................................................222 Dynamic Insurance Brokers.............................................................................................................266 E-Man Group ...................................................................................................................................232 Emergency Assist 991......................................................................................................................168 Excel Car & Van Rental.....................................................................................................................224 Fairscape Precinct............................................................................................................................274 Fast+Furious International................................................................................................................228 First National Bank Botswana .........................................................................................................258 Franklin Electric................................................................................................................................212 Gaborone Electronics (Pty) Ltd (GE).................................................................................................128 GE Laundry & Catering (GELC) .......................................................................................................128 Global Village World.....................................................................................................................8, 280 Health Generation............................................................................................................................166 ICE100..............................................................................................................................................252 Indulgence Aqua and Day Spa ........................................................................................................154 Institute of Development Management - IDM .................................................................................184 iTowers Apartments..........................................................................................................................236 Kalahari Arms Hotel (Ghanzi)............................................................................................................113 Kamoso Consulting..........................................................................................................................250 Kanu Equipment...............................................................................................................................216 Legae Academy................................................................................................................................188 Liberty Life Botswana.......................................................................................................................264 LouieVille..........................................................................................................................................232 Maitswe Outdoor .............................................................................................................................242 MatchMakers Properties .................................................................................................................235 Monsieur Collections .......................................................................................................................138 Mont Catering and Refrigeration......................................................................................................126 Mophato Dance Theatre.....................................................................................................................68 Mosha Beauty and Slimming Spa....................................................................................................152 MTN Business Botswana.................................................................................................................240 Native Events.....................................................................................................................................70 Norwich Cabs...................................................................................................................................220 NTT Nissan Botswana ....................................................................................................................226 Orthosurge Botswana (Pty) Ltd........................................................................................................170 Planet Lodge....................................................................................................................................114 Proudly African...........................................................................................................................10, 280 RedPepper PR & Communication Consultancy.....................................................................8, 54, 248 Rejuvenate Beauty & Slimming Spa ................................................................................................148 Rhapsody’s Restaurant....................................................................................................................118 Rodizio Brazilian Restaurant............................................................................................................120 Room50Two ....................................................................................................................................106 STANLIB Investment Management Services (Pty) Ltd.....................................................................278 Statistics Botswana..........................................................................................................................194 StayWell Hotels................................................................................................................................104 Table50Two.......................................................................................................................................106 The Grand Palm Hotel..............................................................................................................102, 144 The Guru Makeup Artist...................................................................................................................158 The Test Kitchen ..............................................................................................................................122 Thendi Security Group.....................................................................................................................196 Tlotlo Hotel & Conference Centre....................................................................................................108 TraveLodge.......................................................................................................................................112 Ultimate Care Insurance Brokers.....................................................................................................270 Wagga Gardenex................................................................................................................................74 Woodman Interiors...........................................................................................................................140 Zismo Engineering............................................................................................................................210 282

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