Pula Investment Conference 2025 to Spotlight Mining and Critical Minerals

Pula Investment Conference 2025 to Spotlight Mining and Critical MMinerals. The upcoming Pula Investment Conference 2025, scheduled for October 8–9 in Gaborone, is set to bring together leading voices in Botswana’s mining and investment sectors for a high-level discussion on “Mining and Critical Minerals – The Role in Botswana’s Future.”

The panel discussion will feature four prominent industry leaders. Mr. Edwin Elias, CEO of Morupule Coal Mine, will bring insights from one of Botswana’s key energy producers. Mr. Bokang Thitoyamore, CEO of Naledi Mining Services, will contribute perspectives on mining services and local sector development. From the diamond industry, Mr. Boaz Lev, Managing Partner of HB Botswana, will share expertise on Botswana’s evolving role in the global diamond value chain. Completing the panel is Mr. Chamu Mugangavari, Sector Head for Public Sector & Development Organisations, Southern Africa, who will provide a broader regional and institutional outlook.

The discussion comes at a crucial time as Botswana intensifies efforts to diversify its economy and strengthen value chains in critical minerals and resources. The mining sector, which has long been a cornerstone of Botswana’s growth, is now central to conversations about sustainable development, foreign direct investment, and new business opportunities.

For Botswana’s entrepreneurs and businesses, the conference offers not just a platform to hear from industry leaders but also a chance to network, explore investment trends, and gain insights into how mining and minerals will shape the country’s future economy.