Debswana Diamond Company on Local Manufacturing and the Rebuild Center Initiative

Talks

9/1/25, 9:10 AM - 9/1/25, 9:20 AM (Africa/Gaborone) (10 minutes)

Andrew Motsomi

Managing Director at Debswana Diamond Company

Andrew Motsomi

Managing Director at Debswana Diamond Company

Mr. Andrew Maatla Motsomi has led Debswana since 2022, following a distinguished tenure as Deputy Governor at the Bank of Botswana, where he held several strategic and leadership positions. His international experience includes working with the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Mr. Motsomi holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Accounting from the University of Botswana, a Post-Graduate Diploma in Economic Development and Planning from the African Institute for Economic Development and Planning (IDEP), and a Master’s degree in Economics from the then Victoria University of Manchester.

He further enhanced his expertise through executive programmes and professional seminars at leading institutions in New York, USA; Frankfurt, Germany; Stockholm, Sweden; Stellenbosch, South Africa; and the Bank of England in London.

These programmes have covered key areas such as Executive Leadership Development, Reserves Management, and the Formulation and Implementation of Monetary Policy.

With nearly 40 years of experience, Mr. Motsomi’s leadership and strategic vision continue to add significant value to Debswana. His exemplary guidance has been instrumental in steering Debswana through an extended period of subdued diamond markets.

Under his leadership, Debswana successfully delivered the ODOT 2024 Strategy, maintaining focus on operational discipline, organizational effectiveness and long-term sustainability despite challenging market conditions.

Export Market Access & Trade Protocols

Understanding the rules, standards, and pathways to regional and global markets.

Special Economic Zones & Industrial Infrastructure

Leveraging SEZs and infrastructure to drive manufacturing competitiveness.

Financing & Investment Support

Unlocking capital, incentives, and risk mitigation for manufacturers.

Skills, Technology & Innovation

Building the capabilities needed for modern, export-ready production.

Public–Private Partnerships

Aligning policy, industry, and investment to accelerate industrial growth.

LMS26 is designed not only as a conversation space but as an action-oriented platform—connecting manufacturers with policymakers, financiers, buyers, and solution providers to unlock tangible growth opportunities. By fostering collaboration, sharing proven regional case studies, and aligning policy with industry needs, the Local Manufacturing Summit 2026 aims to play a pivotal role in positioning Botswana as a competitive manufacturing and export hub within Africa and beyond.

Annual Local Manufacturing Summit Participation Growth
14%

Projects Facilitated by Botswana Chamber of Mines
+100

Botswana's Import Bill (2024)
$7.06B

Botswana Chamber of Mines Members
43

LMS25 Delegates
314

LMS25 Exhibitors
53

Website visitors
22,000

International Speakers
4