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.
