24 Aug 2026

Vice President Mr Ndaba Gaolathe has praised Debswana Diamond Company for its annual GM’s Walk, saying the charity drive is making a tangible difference in improving the quality of life for communities in the company’s zone of influence.

Speaking during the charity walk in Boteti, the Vice President said the initiative would go a long way in improving lives in the district. He urged the mining giant to sustain the gesture.

For his part, Orapa, Letlhakane and Damtshaa Mines (OLDM) General Manager, Mr Mogakolodi Maoketsa said Debswana remained committed to creating a positive and life-changing legacy in host communities.

He noted that since its inception in 2002, the GM’s Walk has transformed lives across various sectors.

“This year’s OLDM General Manager’s annual charity walk aimed to raise funds to address water shortages and improve water infrastructure in Letlhakane. It bears testimony to Debswana’s enduring commitment to improve the quality of life of communities.”

He added that the last two editions, in 2025 and 2026, focused specifically on augmenting water supply and improving water infrastructure in Boteti.

Water Utilities Corporation (WUC) Central Regional Manager, Mr Thabo Ndadi, the 2026 beneficiary, said the initiative was timely as the country continued to grapple with limited water sources. Letlhakane, he said, had long struggled with water supply.

Mr Ndadi said proceeds from last year’s walk enabled WUC to move forward with commissioning the reverse osmosis plant in Letlhakane.

“Water supply sources in the area are prone to more saline or salty water quality. With the commissioning of the plant, the situation will improve,” he said.

“Upon commitment from Debswana, we are now in a position to commission the plant in Letlhakane to augment supply in the village. Putting up the water treatment plant is a high capital investment project, and as an entity we could not afford such commitment on our own.”

Mr Ndadi expressed sincere gratitude to Debswana for its support.
The event was held under the theme: A Walk for Water. ENDS