Debswana Diamond Company

Ours is a story of transformation. Every diamond unearthed have been a step towards shaping a brighter future for Botswana.

#𝐌𝐘 𝐃𝐄𝐁𝐒𝐖𝐀𝐍𝐀 𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐘 This week, one of our employees, Boitshepo Pertunia Nyatshane shares her story. #Debswana55thanniversary #BotswanaDiamondStory #DebswanaDiamondStory #DiamondsForDevelopment #MakeLifeBrilliant #MyDiamondStory

DEBSWANA APPLAUDS BOTSWANA U20 ATHLETICS TEAM Debswana Executive Head of Corporate Affairs, Rachel Mothibatsela has applauded the Botswana Athletics team, who have just represented Botswana at the World Athletics Under 20 Championships in Lima, Peru. Speaking at the Welcome Ceremony for the team, Mothibatsela said that representing your country is a great achievement that the team should all be proud of. She further said that it is no easy feat to shoulder the hopes of an entire nation, especially in the wake of the groundbreaking and historic achievements we recently witnessed at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, France. Mothibatsela also reminded the team that after each competition there are winners and learners. “Although you did not win at the Under 20 Championships, use this as a learning opportunity. We will all learn from this and will come back stronger. One learning does not define you, it is in fact how one utilizes the learning that they evolve into a champion. So I encourage you to remain determined as you regroup and refocus.” She further reminded the team that the everyone is looking forward to them representing Botswana in more international competitions. “I am sure your passion, zeal and dedication will take you places, dream big, the Olympics in Los Angeles in 2028 are just around the corner.”

𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐈𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐏𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐎 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐂𝐄 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐄𝐓𝐘 Jwaneng Mine Acting General Manager, Goitseone Gadifele, has lauded the annual Botswana Chamber of Mines (BCM) Inter-Departmental First Aid Competitions and Inter-Mines First Aid Competitions as integral to contributing to high safety standards in the mining industry. He reaffirmed this, recently, at the Jwaneng Mine Inter-Departmental First Aid Competition held in Jwaneng under the theme “First Aid, an important link in the chain of survival”.  “Regular competitions reinforce a culture of safety within the mining industry. Employees become more aware of the importance of first aid and safety measures, leading to safer work practices overall. It is our hope that as the competition becomes intense year on year, it raises the bar of excellence of first aid practice across the mining industry." He said in his keynote address. For his part, Jwaneng Mine Acting Senior Safety and Sustainable Development (S&SD) Manager, Edwin Mmotlanyane said, “This competition symbolises Jwaneng Mine’s commitment to first aid in the workplace. Therefore, it is important that lessons learnt here are applied at our work areas and at home.” From the 12 participating teams, Ore Processing A emerged victorious followed by Mining A and Project Management Office B. The first two teams will represent Jwaneng Mine at this year’s BCM Inter-Mine First Aid Competitions to be hosted in Palapye on September 14, 2024.

𝐉𝐖𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐍𝐆 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐄, 𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐏𝐏𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐒 𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐓 𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐃𝐔𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐀𝐒𝐏𝐈𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐄𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐔𝐑𝐒 Jwaneng Mine and Stepping Stones International held the "Finding the Leader Within" themed Graduation Ceremony to celebrate the success of its participants. The six-month program, supported by Jwaneng Mine, aims to assist young people in Jwaneng with skills for entrepreneurship, career awareness, and professional growth. In her keynote address, Jwaneng Mine Senior Corporate Affairs Manager, Lorato Charity Thite praised the graduates for their hard work and encouraged them to make the most of the opportunities presented to them with a positive attitude. The graduates shared how the program helped them build confidence, discipline, and motivation. The "Finding the Leader Within" program shows Debswana’s insistent commitment to support sustainable development and empower young people in Botswana.

Debswana Diamond Company would like to thank all visitors who engaged with our stalls in the Diamond Pavilion and Traders Hub at the Botswana Consumer Fair 2024, to learn about the Diamond Pipeline and Value Chain. We also thank our exhibition partners in De Beers Botswana Okavango Diamond Company and DTCBotswana for pulling together to showcase at this year’s edition of the fair.

Her Excellency Mrs. Neo Jane Masisi, the First Lady of the Republic of Botswana visited the Diamond Pavilion yesterday at the Botswana Consumer Fair 2024. Debswana and partners; DTC Botswana, De Beers Global Sightholder Sales and Okavavango Diamond Company had the pleasure of hosting the First Lady as she interacted with the diamond pipeline on exhibition.

𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐆 𝐒𝐇𝐎𝐖𝐂𝐀𝐒𝐄𝐒 𝐃𝐄𝐁𝐒𝐖𝐀𝐍𝐀’𝐒 𝐃𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐈𝐍𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍, 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐁𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐎𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐘 𝐀𝐓 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐁𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐅𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐂𝐄 Debswana's Executive Head of Human Resources, Matlhogonolo Mponang, showcased the company’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging during a panel discussion themed "Getting Implementation Right: Mindset Change, Accountability & Culture" at the ongoing National Business Conference (NBC) in Francistown. Mponang said embracing diversity and inclusion is not just about policy-making but about active implementation within the organisations. "We should embrace diversity, inclusion, and belonging," said Mponang, highlighting the importance of creating a culture where every individual feels valued and empowered to contribute. To illustrate Debswana’s commitment, Mponang invited Christopher Mbochwa, an Executive Assistant to the Executive Head of HR, to share his personal journey working at Debswana as a person with a disability. Mbochwa, who is Deaf and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry and Master Degree from Botswana International University of Science and Technology, has found his place in the Human Resources department. His unique perspective and abilities have been embraced by Debswana, allowing him to add significant value to the organisation. “I am a person who believes in results. I am a Deaf Scientist. But I am not doing any science in the office; I am working in HR,” said Mbochwa, addressing the delegates through his interpreter, Boineelo Ntshole, who is also employed by Debswana. Mponang’s decision to employ Mbochwa underscores the company’s proactive approach to inclusivity. Debswana has made significant strides in creating an inclusive workplace, currently employing over 120 individuals who are differently-abled. This effort not only enhances the diversity of the workforce but also enriches the company’s culture and productivity.

We are at the Consumer Fair in the Annex Hall. Also be sure to visit the Traders Hub. Enterprises from Jwaneng and Boteti are showcasing. Check out 1. Blue Breeze (Water purification and bottling) 2. Tatsand (Heavy plant attachments and components, Automotive services) 3. Vikinxere (Electric Contractors and Electronics Manufacturing & IOT) 4. Lokitso Trust (Crafts) 5. Emontek Investments (Recycling and Upcycling) 6. Kagobels (Canvas products) #PartnershipsforThrivingCommunities

𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐂𝐓𝐔𝐑𝐄 𝐊𝐄𝐘 𝐈𝐍 𝐃𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐋 𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐒𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 Kago Rendoh, Principal Analyst in Data Science & AI at Debswana Diamond Company, has highlighted connectivity infrastructure as a crucial enabler for the adoption of digital technology. Speaking during a panel discussion on "Digital Transformation and Private Sector Growth" at the National Business Conference in Francistown yesterday, Kago emphasized that foundational connectivity infrastructure is essential for widespread participation in the digital transformation. “For digital transformation to drive private sector growth, everyone must be connected. One should be able to access connectivity even in remote areas like the CKGR, allowing them to connect with the world and continue business operations wherever they are,” Kago stated. Kago added that bringing everyone and every team player especially in business organizations is very key in ensuring companies leverage from digital transformation and grow their businesses.