First Capital Bank injects P700k into Bamalete Hospital
Itumeleng Suping | Wednesday November 26, 2025 06:00
The event was graced by dignitaries, including Balete Kgosikgolo Mosadi Seboko and Bamalete legislator Boniface Mabeo, who joined stakeholders, hospital leadership and First Capital Bank executives to witness what many described as a 'pivotal investment' in Botswana’s healthcare sector.
Speaking at the event, Acting CEO of First Capital Bank, Lebogang Seleke, highlighted the significance of the occasion and the bank’s long-standing commitment to uplifting local communities. 'Today's ceremony marks a significant milestone for us as a bank. Healthcare is the backbone of any thriving society, and when communities are healthy, productivity increases,' Seleke revealed.
'We are proud to announce this two-year partnership with BLH,' she said. Beyond financial contributions, Seleke revealed that First Capital Bank will extend financial literacy programmes to BLH staff to support their 'personal empowerment' and professional well-being. She explained that this aligns with the Bank’s broader development pillars: education and health.
'Education and health—these two pillars align with our values,' she noted, referencing the Bank’s ongoing partnerships with institutions such as Journey of Hope and past donations, including wheelchairs in Ngamiland. 'These collaborations show our dedication to improving the lives of Batswana. Together we are building families, stronger communities, and a brighter Botswana,' she said.
Speaking on behalf of BLH, Board Chairperson Joyce Sengate expressed deep appreciation for the partnership, describing it as a 'much-needed boost' for the institution. 'It is a great honour to be here as we formalise this collaboration between First Capital Bank and BLH as we sign the memorandum,' she said.
Joyce further shared a brief history of the hospital, founded in 1934 by German Lutheran Missionaries, now operating as a 121-bed facility in Ramotswa with a vision to 'be a hub of excellence in healthcare provision founded on Christian values'.
She emphasised that the partnership will significantly uplift staff welfare and service delivery.
'Today marks the beginning of a new chapter for BLH—we are building hope and trust for our people,' she remarked.
The collaboration, she added, will help advance the hospital’s mission of providing evidence-based, integrated healthcare services that inspire hope. Seboko expressed gratitude on behalf of the Balete community.
'We are deeply grateful for this as the Balete community,' she said, acknowledging the vital role First Capital Bank continues to play in improving lives. The ceremony marked not just a financial gesture, but a 'shared vision' for a healthier and more empowered Botswana.
First Capital Bank Head of Marketing and Communications, Hajra Mahomed-Tajbhai, commended the 'seamless collaboration' between the two institutions.
'There was nothing difficult with this partnership, and we are truly grateful,' she added. Mahomed-Tajbhai reminded them of the collective responsibility to strengthen national well-being. 'When a hospital comes together, a community becomes stronger, and when a community becomes stronger, the nation becomes stronger.'