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

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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