South African Business Forum - Botswana

18/06/2026

🥳Congratulations, Benjamin Raletsatsi

Today we proudly congratulates our Head of Secretariat, Benjamin Malebogo Raletsatsi, on successfully completing the 2026 Comrades Marathon in Durban, South Africa. 🏃 🇿🇦

Completing an 86-kilometre ultramarathon is a remarkable achievement that demands exceptional perseverance, discipline, resilience and mental strength. Your accomplishment serves as an inspiration not only to the business community but to all who aspire to overcome challenges and pursue excellence.✨

As a leader, you continue to demonstrate that determination, commitment, and a positive mindset can carry us through even the most demanding journeys. Your successful completion of this iconic race reflects the same dedication and endurance you bring to your professional responsibilities every day.

👏🏼We celebrate this extraordinary milestone and wish you continued success in all your future endeavors.

Congratulations 🎊, Ben — your achievement reminds us that every great finish begins with the courage to take the first step.

24/05/2026

24/05/2026

24/05/2026

Yesterday, as sponsors, we had the privilege of attending the GEC+ Africa Pitch Competition, where we witnessed young and ambitious entrepreneurs take the stage with bold ideas set to revolutionise industries, strengthen the ecosystem, and contribute to the growth of our national economy.

It was truly inspiring to experience first-hand the level of innovation, creativity, and determination shaping the future of our country. 🌎 🌟

A sincere thank you to Botswana for hosting us and for the opportunity to be part of such a powerful showcase of brilliance and potential.

08/05/2026

Today, we honour and remember a pioneer, Festus Gontebanye Mogae, for his remarkable service, leadership, and contribution to the Republic of Botswana. 🇧🇼🕊️

Rest In Peace, Rre Mogae.

27/02/2026

On 26 February, the South African Business Forum (SABF) hosted its monthly Networking Session, welcoming new members and formally introducing Her Excellency Mrs. Feziwe Madikizela, Deputy High Commissioner of South Africa to Botswana. The session reflected the Forum’s continued growth as a dynamic collective strengthening bilateral business relations, with members encouraged to collaborate, support one another, and contribute meaningfully to Botswana’s national mandate.

“It is important to have this forum so we have two countries lead in a business mindset frame, growing each other’s economies and further expanding to other Southern African regions,” Mrs. Madikizela exclaimed.

Her words reaffirmed SABF’s role as a strategic platform for regional integration and shared prosperity.

23/01/2026

This morning, the Chair of the South African Business Forum, accompanied by the Secretariat, paid a courtesy call to the incoming Deputy High Commissioner of South Africa to Botswana, Ms. Feziwe Madikizela.

We extend a warm welcome to Botswana. 🇿🇦🤝🇧🇼✨

01/12/2025

Congratulations to Airlink! 🥳
We proudly celebrate Airlink for shining in the South African aviation industry, earning both the Aviation Maintenance Organisation Award and the Aviation Transformation Award at the SACAA Civil Aviation Industry Awards.
Congratulations once again Airlink on this enormous achievement!

Airlink is celebrating a standout moment in South African aviation. We’ve been recognised with the Aviation Maintenance Organisation Award and the Aviation Transformation Award at the South African Civil Aviation Authority - SACAA Civil Aviation Industry Awards, reflecting our commitment to excellence and progress across the sector.

A special congratulations to our former CEO Rodger Foster, one of Airlink’s founders, whose leadership and vision continue to inspire the airline and the industry. He has received the Outstanding Contribution to South African Aviation Award in recognition of his enduring impact.

Thank you to our incredible teams and partners who make achievements like this possible. Here’s to raising the bar even higher ✈️✨

09/10/2025

Please help us welcome and congratulate Thato Molalapata on her appointment as Liberty Life Botswana’s Head of Governance, Risk, Legal and Compliance.

19/08/2025

Good job, Airlink! ✈️
We love seeing initiatives that take learning to new heights. A decommissioned Embraer 135 jet will now serve as a hands-on aviation classroom for learners at Rhodesfield Engineering School of Specialisation, with Airlink-funded technicians guiding the next generation of aviation professionals.