According to the investment promotion body, the forum forms part of ongoing efforts by the Government of Mauritius to position the island nation as a secure destination for African markets and a regional hub for innovation and technology-driven development. It will also provide a platform for Botswana and Mauritius to deepen economic cooperation and explore new opportunities for trade, investment, and strategic partnerships. Leading the Mauritian delegation will be Director of Creative and Knowledge Industries at EDBM, Nanda Narrainen, who will be accompanied by members of the Mauritian business community representing various sectors of the economy. Through this engagement, BITC will facilitate dialogue between Botswana and Mauritian stakeholders to identify areas of mutual opportunity and encourage business linkages between companies from both countries. The forum will also seek to unlock potential joint ventures and partnerships that can contribute to economic growth and regional integration.
Key sectors of focus during the forum will include ICT services, fintech, education, banking, insurance, retail, healthcare, and innovation. “As part of the programme, BITC will provide an overview of Botswana’s economic landscape and investment opportunities. The Centre will also coordinate Business-to-Business (B2B) and Government-to-Business (G2B) meetings to facilitate direct engagement between Mauritian delegates and local businesses operating in the identified sectors,” said officials from BITC. “The forum is expected to advance several strategic objectives, including promoting business growth and service exports between Botswana and Mauritius, highlighting Botswana’s growing technology and innovation ecosystem, and encouraging collaboration in the ICT sector.
