At The ManufacturingBW, we exist to assist in shaping the next chapter of Botswana’s industrial story. We bring together and celebrate the nation’s most visionary manufacturers and industry pioneers, investors and financiers under one collaborative ecosystem designed to unlock growth, inspire new innovation, and scale Botswana’s GDP through world-class manufacturing excellence.
Born from the belief that Botswana holds untapped potential in advanced manufacturing, automation, and industrial innovation, The ManufacturingBW serves as a driving force for progress. We empower industry players to connect, learn, and transform their operations through access to modern processes, cutting-edge technologies, and reliable, tailor-made financing solutions. Our community is built on a shared mission: to accelerate Botswana’s industrial competitiveness and position the country as a thriving manufacturing hub in the region and beyond.
We work hand-in-hand with relevant government bodies to ensure alignment with national development goals, economic aspirations, and industrialisation strategies. At the same time, we actively engage international organisations and global experts, bringing global insights home and opening doors to cross-border learning, partnerships, and market expansion.
Whether you are a manufacturer seeking scale, an investor searching for high-impact opportunities, or a policymaker shaping Botswana’s industrial future, The ManufacturingBW offers the platform, partnerships, and knowledge you need to move forward or put simply; learn with us and collaborate.
Who We Serve
Manufacturers & Industry Leaders
Ambitious producers, engineers, innovators, and factories seeking to modernise, automate, and expand their capabilities.
Investors & Financiers
Banks, venture capital firms, development finance institutions, and private investors looking to support scalable, sustainable industrial ventures.
Government & Policy Stakeholders
Public institutions working towards Botswana’s economic diversification, industrial transformation, and global competitiveness.
International Industry Bodies & Global Experts
Global partners interested in knowledge exchange, technology transfer, and cross-border collaboration.
Why We Exist
To fuel a stronger, smarter, and more competitive manufacturing sector in Botswana.
To inspire innovation and champion world-class standards.
To unlock investment that accelerates industrial growth.
To create a powerful network where ideas, people, and industries thrive—together.