Dr. Tefo Bubi to Represent Botswana in Stanford Seed Transformation Program. Dr. Tefo Bubi, Founder and CEO of Leading Edge Markets (LEMS), has been selected to join the prestigious 2025 Stanford Seed Transformation Program (STP) cohort in Southern Africa. His acceptance marks a significant milestone for Botswana’s entrepreneurial and healthcare sectors.
LEMS, a Botswana-based company, is recognized as a leader in healthcare and life science solutions. The company focuses on providing top-tier biomedical services that ensure accurate diagnostics and the efficient performance of medical equipment. With a mission to enhance healthcare quality, optimize budgets, and ultimately save lives, LEMS continues to drive innovation and operational excellence across Botswana’s health sector.
Dr. Bubi’s participation in the 8th Stanford STP cohort places him among a distinguished group of entrepreneurs dedicated to transforming their businesses and scaling their impact. The program, delivered by Stanford Graduate School of Business, equips business leaders with the tools to grow their companies and contribute to their local economies.
Applications are currently open for entrepreneurs interested in joining the 2026 cohort of the Stanford Seed Transformation Program. The deadline for submission is 1 May 2025, and more details can be found at stanfordseed.co/dbmetaSM.
Dr. Bubi’s journey reflects not only a personal achievement but also signals a broader opportunity for Botswana to further integrate into global conversations around socio-economic development and sustainable business growth.