About

Local Manufacturing Summit 2023.

Botswana Chamber of Mines (BCM), along with key corporate partners will host the Local Manufacturing Summit to bring the manufacturing and supply chain community in Botswana together. The Summit will take place at Gaborone International Conference Centre (GICC) from 1st to 3rd August 2023 (3 days). The summit will become an annual gathering of stakeholders which aims to bring together top executives in the manufacturing sector, public policy makers, the business community, and financial institutions from Botswana and beyond; to dialogue on this important national agenda and to explore opportunities for investment in manufacturing and agri-business in Botswana.

The summit endeavors to support Botswana in her effort to address the challenges of economic diversification, economic growth, citizen empowerment and employment creation through promoting and supporting the growth of local manufacturing capacity, for local consumption as well as various export markets.

TARGET AUDIENCE FOR THE SUMMIT

  • Industry Sector Specialists
  • Small, Medium and Large Manufacturing Companies
  • Policy Makers
  • Private Equity Investors
  • Exporters of Manufactured goods
  • IT Solutions Providers
  • Trade Publication / Media
  • Government representatives

TARGET AUDIENCE FOR THE SUMMIT 

  • Financial Institutions and Banks
  • Consultancy Organizations
  • Industrial suppliers/ service providers
  • Manufacturing Development Agencies
  • Logistics / Supply Chain Companies
  • Private investors: global and domestic
  • Academic & Research Bodies
  • Allied Industries (Cement, Iron, Steel Producers, etc)
Speakers
His-Excellency,-Dr.-Mokgweetsi-Eric-Masisi
President of the Republic of Botswana
Mr.-Charles-Siwawa
Chief Executive Officer of Botswana Chamber of Mines
Mr.-Monty-Mphathi
President of Botswana Chamber of Mines
Tekanyo Tshetlhane
Senior Strategic  Manager at Debswana Diamond Company
Mr.-Cross-Kgosidiile-.
Managing Director of Botswana Development Corporation
Tshepang-Ramasanke
Managing Director of Vendor Expert (Pty) Ltd
Mr.-Edwin-Elias
Chief Executive Officer of Morupule Coal Mine
Mr. Kebapetse
Managing Director Botswana Bureau of Standards
Mr.-Keletsositse-Olebile
CEO of Botswana Investment and Trade Centre
MR.-JOEL-DUKE-RAMAPHOI
Permanent Secretary For Ministry of Entreprenurship
Mmantlha-M.-Sankoloba
Chief Executive Office of Botswana Exporters & Manufacturers Association
Lawrencia-Boahemaa-Awuah
Operations Officer at the Ghana Chamber of Mines
Mr. Rocky Ramalefo
Sales & Marketing Manager at BECI
NEO TLHASELO
 Communications and International Trade Expert
Komi-Tsowou
UNDP Regional AfCFTA Advisor
Reuben Seoke
Managing Director of Line Feed (Pty) Ltd
Programme

Indoor Complete Stalls (minimum 9m2) BWP 1,245 per m2

Dimension (Square meter)Unbranded (Pula)Branded (Pula)
9m211,205.0014,205.00
18m222,410.0025,410.00
27m233,615.0036,615.00

INSIDE GICC MARQUEE

Marquee Complete Stalls (minimum 9m2) BWP 1,159 per m2

Dimension (Square meter) Unbranded (Pula)Branded (Pula)
9m210,431.0013,431.00
18m220,862.0023,862.00
27m231,293.0031,293.00

Indoor & Marquee raw space only (minimum 9m2) BWP 821 per m2

Dimension (Square Meter)BW Pula
9m27,389.00
18m214,778.00

HELICOPTER PAD AREA

Outdoor Helipad raw space only (minimum 36m2) BWP 257 per m2

Dimension (Square meter) BW Pula
36m29,248.00

Download the stall booking form below,  complete it then send it to stalls.summit@bcm.org.bw, to book a stall.

BENEFITS OF BECOMING A SPONSOR

Becoming a sponsor of the Local Manufacturing Summit is a fantastic way for your business to establish itself as a leader in the industry. As a sponsor, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your brand and generate significant brand awareness to a diverse audience of decision-makers and professionals. Additionally, this manufacturing summit offers a valuable platform for networking, enabling you to build key relationships with other businesses and experts in the field. Moreover, as a sponsor, you’ll have access to a range of customizable marketing options that can help you achieve your specific branding and marketing goals. If you’re interested in learning more about the benefits of becoming a sponsor, please contact the summit organizers today via email at joe@bcm.org.bw with ‘Manufacturing Summit Sponsorship’ in the subject line or via telephone at 3914685 (Joe Ramotshabi).

For More Info

+267 391 4685

Sponsors / Partners

UNDP and ABSA Logos

Emergency Medical Services Sponsor
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The Botswana Chamber of Mines is an organisation established to serve the interests of the mining and exploration companies together with associated industries. The mining industry remains the main driver of economic activity in the country and is forecasted to sustain the economy further into the future.

GET IN TOUCH
Plot 165 Pilane Road, Capricorn House
Main Mall, P.O Box 2130
Gaborone, Botswana

For enquiries please contact Kudzani Nthekela or Theo Dire at:
+267 391 4685
summit@bcm.org.bw
Botswana Chambers of Mines