Dikgwebo Dialogues Head to Palapye to Power Up Botswana’s Entrepreneurs

Dikgwebo Dialogues Head to Palapye to Power Up Botswana’s Entrepreneurs. Botswana’s entrepreneurs, business leaders, and aspiring innovators are set to gather in Palapye for the next edition of the Dikgwebo Dialogues, a full-day forum designed to equip local enterprises with tools for growth, innovation, and sustainability.

The event takes place on Wednesday, 13 August 2025, at Cresta Botsalo Hotel, running from 8AM to 5PM, and offers a packed agenda of expert-led discussions, practical insights, and case studies tailored to Botswana’s entrepreneurial landscape. Registration is free, but space is limited.

Organised by the Botswana Digital and Innovation Hub (BDIH) in partnership with UNICEF Botswana and Generation Unlimited, this edition of the Dialogues focuses on building market-ready, scalable businesses rooted in innovation and impact.

Speakers will address timely topics including:Quality standards and certification as drivers of competitivenessStrategies for scaling agro-processing enterprises in BotswanaInclusive growth for women entrepreneursUnlocking access to finance for sustainable venturesEquipping Palapye entrepreneurs with practical business-building toolsVision-led ventures, featuring local case studies

Entrepreneurs attending the event will not only learn from experts but also gain valuable networking opportunities and exposure to support initiatives aimed at turning ideas into impactful businesses.

For Botswana’s growing community of business-minded youth and experienced founders alike, this is more than just a conference — it’s a chance to connect with a national ecosystem of innovation, investment, and collaboration.

Registration Link: https://form.jotform.com/Commercialisation_commercialisa/dikgwebo-dialogues