BDIH Names Kabo Phetlhu as CEO to Guide Next Phase of Digital Development

BDIH Names Kabo Phetlhu as CEO to Guide Next Phase of Digital Development. The Botswana Digital & Innovation Hub has announced the appointment of Kabo Phetlhu as its new Chief Executive Officer, marking a leadership transition aimed at advancing the organisation’s role in national digital development.

The appointment takes effect on 16 February 2026 and signals a new phase for the institution as it continues to support innovation and technology driven growth in Botswana.With more than two decades of experience in large scale digital transformation, Phetlhu brings a background shaped by enterprise technology leadership within the mining and resources sectors. His professional track record includes overseeing complex technology initiatives and guiding organisational change across major operational environments.

According to the announcement, his appointment reflects a strategic step as the organisation works to strengthen Botswana’s position within an increasingly digital global economy. It also highlights continued emphasis on building systems that support innovation, collaboration and long term technological capability.

The Hub plays a central role in coordinating programmes designed to foster entrepreneurship, research and skills development across multiple sectors of the economy. Leadership transitions within such institutions often signal shifts in focus, capacity building priorities and long range planning.

With Phetlhu assuming the chief executive role, attention now turns to how the organisation will advance its mandate and support Botswana’s evolving digital ambitions. His leadership begins at a time when digital transformation continues to shape economic activity, institutional operations and technological adoption worldwide.

Officials said the appointment forms part of ongoing efforts to position the country within knowledge driven industries while strengthening innovation infrastructure and digital capability development initiatives. As the new chief executive, he assumes responsibility for guiding strategic direction and operational execution across programmes that connect research, industry and entrepreneurship in pursuit of sustainable digital growth and broader economic diversification objectives nationwide and across emerging technology partnerships regionally and internationally today.