Otsile Mabeo to Speak at Future of Mining Summit 2026

Otsile Mabeo to Speak at Future of Mining Summit 2026. The upcoming Future of Mining Summit 2026, scheduled for 29–30 June at Boipuso Hall, will feature Otsile Mabeo, Vice President of Social Impact and Sustainability at De Beers Group, as one of its distinguished speakers. The summit will be held under the theme “Mining for Transformation: Economic Diversification & Shared Prosperity.”

Mabeo, a passionate advocate for sustainable development, brings extensive experience in socio‑economic issues and collaborative approaches to building sustainable livelihoods. In her current role, she focuses on identifying community value through existing knowledge and activities, co‑developing solutions to pressing socio‑economic challenges in ways that harmonize with both people and the environment.

Her professional background spans diverse sectors. She previously contributed to a national economic diversification initiative, where she developed tailored strategies to position Botswana as an attractive destination for foreign investment. She also held executive management roles at a multinational bank, adapting and delivering global strategic mandates within the local context.

Beyond corporate leadership, Mabeo co‑founded a local design brand rooted in culture and craft, demonstrating how commercial viability can align with sustainable solutions to local development challenges. Her leadership experience covers strategy development, stakeholder relations, project management, and communications, reflecting a broad skill set that supports both organisational and community transformation.

Mabeo’s interests lie in finding long‑term sustainable solutions to organisational and community challenges, with a strong belief in building mutually beneficial relationships to achieve lasting results.

The Future of Mining Summit 2026 is expected to bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders to explore how mining can drive economic diversification and shared prosperity. Mabeo’s participation underscores the importance of sustainability and social impact in shaping the future of Botswana’s mining sector.