Reflecting on Our Launch: A Strong Foundation

In April 2024, the Botswana Chapter officially launched in Gaborone, a milestone celebrated with members, partners, sponsors like Botswana Oil Limited, Cresta Lodge, BoFiNet, Innolead Consulting, Sharps Construction and Dimension Data, signaling strong local commitment. The launch event brought together project professionals across sectors, sparking deep conversations about elevating project management (PM) in Botswana. This foundational step has ignited ambitious efforts to build a mature, skilled PM community ready to drive national development.

Looking Ahead: PMI Botswana Conference 2025

Mark your calendar for September 5–6, 2025, at Cresta Lodge, Gaborone. The upcoming PMI Botswana Conference, themed “Driving Economic Transformation Through Projects,” unites professionals, business leaders, and policymakers to explore how expertly managed projects can supercharge Botswana’s economic growth.

The Vision: Building a Project-Powered Economy

Botswana is striving to diversify beyond mining by investing in infrastructure, renewable energy, ICT, and tourism. Each sector depends on robust PM practices to deliver on time, within budget, and with lasting impact. The launch event marked the official start of a network of volunteers and mentors focused on:

• Professional development through local certification preparation (PMP, CAPM, PMI-ACP)
• Knowledge sharing via webinars, training sessions, and community of practice
• Strengthening stakeholder collaboration across public-private partnerships
• Driving PM maturity in government and private sectors—mirroring PMI research into national PM capacity

Looking ahead to the 2025 conference, PMI Botswana aims to deepen this impact—not only celebrating achievements but spotlighting innovations, aligning local practices with international best standards, and forging alliances across sectors.

What to Expect & How to Get Involved

Attendees can anticipate:

• Practical case studies in infrastructure, digital transformation, and sustainability
• Training sessions to help PM professionals earn PDUs and level up certifications
• A vibrant marketplace of sponsors and vendors showcasing tools and services
• Networking opportunities to foster mentorship, partnerships, and career paths

Opportunities for speakers, sponsors, and exhibitors are open—with early-bird tickets now available. Keep an eye on PMI Botswana’s social channels—including their new TikTok account—for speaker lineups and sponsor updates.

Joining Hands for Lasting Impact

The PMI Botswana Chapter isn’t just hosting events, it’s forging a movement:

• A community of practice empowering PM professionals through mentorship and education
• A PM network that connects government, industry, and academia to drive quality delivery
• A catalyst for economic growth—positioning well-managed projects as the engine of national transformation

In Summary

• 2024 launch: A vibrant start, marked by collaboration, optimism, and vision.
• 2025 conference: A platform to amplify impact—celebrating success, showcasing innovation, and equipping professionals with next-level PM tools.
• Looking forward: Building a future where expert project management is at the core of Botswana’s growth agenda.

Together, we’re shaping a future where every project delivers value—for our organizations, communities, and country. Stay connected, stay engaged, and let’s build Botswana’s project legacy—one successful initiative at a time.