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EICB Showcases Bold Vision for Botswana’s Mineral Future at Trade Up North 2026

Francistown, Botswana | 23 July 2026 – The Exploration Investment Company Botswana (EICB) reaffirmed its commitment to unlocking Botswana’s vast mineral potential through strategic exploration and investment during the Trade Up North 2026 exhibition, where Chief Executive Officer Mr. Olefile Cisco Mashabila, delivered a keynote presentation titled “Bold Steps Towards Mineral Prosperity.”

Addressing government representatives, investors, industry leaders and members of the business community, Mr. Mashabila outlined EICB’s role as Botswana’s catalytic exploration investment company, established to accelerate mineral discoveries by connecting capital to opportunity and advancing projects from exploration to investment readiness. He highlighted the company’s purpose of de-risking high-potential exploration projects while creating long-term national value through strategic partnerships, innovation and responsible resource development. /  READ MORE

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Minister Kenewendo Reaffirms Exploration as The Foundation of Botswana’s Mining Future

Gaborone, Botswana – The Minister of Minerals and Energy, Hon. Bogolo Joy Kenewendo, has reaffirmed Botswana’s commitment to positioning mineral exploration at the centre of the country’s mining future, highlighting the strategic role of the Exploration Investment Company Botswana (EICB) in unlocking new mineral discoveries and attracting investment into the sector.

Speaking at the opening of the Future of Mining Summit 2026, the Minister said Botswana’s next phase of mining growth will be driven by exploration, diversification and value addition, guided by the Mineral Resources Development, Exploration, Exploitation and Value Chain Strategy (MRDEEVC). / READ MORE

 

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EICB Convenes Strategic Workshop to Shape Botswana’s Mineral Exploration Future

The Exploration Investment Company Botswana (EICB) has successfully hosted a two-day Strategic & Business Model Design Workshop, bringing together key stakeholders from across the mining, investment, and public sectors to shape the future of mineral exploration in Botswana.

The workshop, held on 20–21 April 2026 in Gaborone, marks a significant milestone in the establishment of EICB, a newly formed state-owned entity mandated to mobilise targeted financial resources to stimulate and accelerate mineral exploration in the country.

EICB is positioned to address a critical gap in the mining sector by supporting early-stage, high-risk exploration through catalytic funding. This approach is intended to enable both citizen-owned and international exploration companies to advance projects from grassroots to feasibility stages, thereby contributing to the diversification of Botswana’s mineral base and strengthening the country’s position as a leading destination for mineral investment.

The workshop provided a structured platform for engagement with industry players, government institutions, and strategic partners, with a focus on refining EICB’s strategic positioning and developing a practical, implementable business model aligned with national priorities and industry realities.

Discussions during the workshop focused on refining EICB’s strategic positioning, assessing key industry, regulatory, and market dynamics and defining how EICB will create, deliver, and capture value within the mineral exploration ecosystem.

The outcomes of the workshop are expected to provide a strong foundation for the operationalisation of EICB and position the organisation to play a central role in unlocking Botswana’s mineral potential through targeted exploration, investment and strategic partnerships.