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Homegrown sustainability code under development

Grinding on: Orapa Mine is the country’s oldest diamond operation
Grinding on: Orapa Mine is the country’s oldest diamond operation

Local mining houses, in partnership with the Botswana Chamber of Mines, are developing a homegrown sustainability framework that is more reflective of local conditions, leveraging on the country’s decades of renown in international minerals governance.

The revelation emerged at the inaugural Northern Mining Summit, held in Letlhakane recently under the theme “Unlocking Northern Botswana’s Mining Potential for Sustainable Growth”.

Debswana Orapa Letlhakane and Damtshaa general manager, Mogakolodi Maoketsa, said work was ongoing on the initiative.

Editor's Comment
Makgekgenene played her part

“Ignore the noise, focus on your work”- AnonymousAs the DG of such a controversy-ridden institution, you really played your part in the fight against corruption and economic crime. Your stay at the helm of the DCEC was quickly paying dividends under your stewardship. During your tenure, there was a lot of action as those caught on the wrong side of the law were brought to court regardless of their economic or political status. We have learnt...

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