Africa-Press – Botswana. President Advocate Duma Gideon Boko has reaffirmed Botswana’s commitment to creating a competitive, inclusive, and investor-friendly economy during his keynote address at the Pula Investment Conference. The event, held alongside the North Ground Bullard Investment Conference, brought together investors, policymakers, and business leaders to explore high-potential opportunities and strengthen Botswana’s position as a preferred destination for global investment.
“Our vision is clear,” President Boko stated. “We aim to become a high-income, digitally-enabled, export-driven, people-centered, and diversified nation. But to achieve this, we must transform, urgently and decisively.”
The President’s address focused on Botswana’s long-term development vision and the structural reforms needed to achieve it. He acknowledged the country’s over-reliance on diamonds, describing it as both a strength and a vulnerability. To ensure future stability and growth, he called for innovation, digital transformation, and economic diversification across emerging industries.
“The global economy is changing,” he said. “We must not only adapt to it but also shape our path within it. Disruptive thinking and technological innovation will drive Botswana’s next phase of growth.”
As part of the conference, President Boko unveiled Botswana’s Investment Deal Book, a comprehensive portfolio of 66 transformative projects. The publication includes 52 private-sector ventures and 14 public-sector initiatives spanning key industries such as agriculture, mining, manufacturing, information and communication technology, and healthcare.
He highlighted the Investment Deal Book as a roadmap for investors seeking credible, high-impact projects in Botswana. “This collection represents the best of what Botswana has to offer — opportunities that are ready for investment, backed by strong governance, and designed for long-term sustainability,” he said.
President Boko also commended the Botswana Investment and Trade Centre (BITC) for its ongoing role in promoting investment and expanding the country’s global presence. He confirmed that Botswana will participate in the upcoming Africa Financial Services Investment Conference in London, where 14 flagship projects from the Deal Book will be presented to international investors.
He used the platform to address governance and institutional efficiency, stressing that reforming public institutions is key to building investor confidence. “Good governance is the foundation of economic transformation,” he said. “We are committed to creating a transparent, efficient, and accountable public sector that supports rather than hinders growth.”
Concluding his address, President Boko emphasized that the Pula Investment Conference marked more than just an exchange of ideas — it signaled a collective commitment to action. “This conference is not merely a forum,” he said. “It is a call to action. Together, let us invest, build, and transform Botswana into a resilient, sustainable, and globally competitive economy.”
The conference ended with renewed optimism from both domestic and international investors, reinforcing Botswana’s ambition to redefine its economic future through innovation, diversification, and strong leadership.
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