Women in Mining Conference 2025 to Spotlight Leadership and Sustainability

Women in Mining Conference 2025 to Spotlight Leadership and SSustainability. The 7th annual Women in Mining Conference is set to take place in 2025 under the theme “Future Forward: Women Leading Sustainable Mining.” The event will highlight the growing role of women in driving innovation and shaping sustainable practices within Botswana’s mining industry, a sector central to the country’s economy.

The two-day conference will serve as a platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and partnership building, bringing together industry leaders, corporate sponsors, and key stakeholders. With mining continuing to evolve under the pressures of global sustainability standards and technological advancements, the event offers entrepreneurs and businesses in Botswana valuable insights into how the sector is adapting.

Among the leading voices at this year’s edition are Mascom representatives Ms. Maipelo Chengeta and Ms. Wame Dubani. Chengeta will lead discussions on “Innovation and Technology Leadership: Embracing New Technologies and Sustainable Practices,” focusing on how mining companies can adopt new technologies to remain competitive while reducing environmental impact. Dubani will take part in “Leadership Unfiltered: Women Who Lead,” exploring the challenges and opportunities facing women in senior positions.

For Botswana’s entrepreneurs, particularly those supplying goods and services to the mining sector, the conference presents opportunities to better understand industry trends, sustainability requirements, and technological shifts. With sustainability becoming a non-negotiable part of mining operations, businesses in energy, logistics, IT, and environmental management can position themselves as partners in this transformation.

The Women in Mining Conference continues to grow in influence, celebrating the contributions of women while fostering collaboration across the sector. By spotlighting leadership and innovation, the 2025 edition aims to inspire the next generation of women and strengthen Botswana’s position in sustainable mining on the global stage.