Month: November 2023
Fashion & Beauty SPa
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1. Expansion of Prestige clothing and home stores
Impetus Botswana (PTY) Ltd is a sole director company in the fashion industry under Miss Gaekgone Lesego. Under the company I have registered a clothing line; Prestige.
Prestige is a clothing brand that provides casual and formal clothes for middle aged women. The brand specializes in the use of quality African-print to influence beautiful African women to embrace their identity, save their time by making it easy to purchase modernized quality African-print clothes.
Prestige clothing line further takes pride in the opportunity to brand Botswana through its promotions, by telling a story of who were is as a people, about our culture and is intentional about the use of shades of Botswana flag colors; hence our theme colors are black, cream white, turquoise and brown.
The products further include laptop bags, home related products such as aprons, cushions, toiletry bags etc. This is a promising brand, the professionalism portrayed on social media, and use of quality and unique fabrics ordered from Kenya makes it outstanding.
Sales are currently done to walk in customers, stall at the mall and through partner stores, one located in Maun and two located I in Gaborone.
Impetus Botswana is seeking to expand in the near future so to better fulfil its goal of manufacturing ready –to wear outfits by securing land and sourcing funds for the next stage. The company will sell to the local stores, manufacture to individuals/companies with clothing brands and on the third phase open prestige stores nationwide.
The company will seek funds to build a clothing manufacturing infrastructure, the total cost for fixed assets and operational costs of not more than three months are estimated at P21, 700, 000.00 which will be paid in five years.
2. Kitto's Beauty Parlour
We are the only Beauty Spa located in a tourist area, Kasane-Chobe.
We would like to grow our business such that we our place of location can have that ambience and a therapeutic feel that will make our clients feel relaxed after traveling long distances as well as give them that therapeutic feel as they tour our country.
We will also like to manufacture our own organic beauty products, with products straight from our community which we will use in our spa as well as recommend our clients.
This will hence sell our products world wide as they will be manufactured from our own naturally grown products, which is organic and friendly to the skin.
Educational & Training
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1. Thebangy Hospitality College
This is a proposal fr a first Hospitality College, which is a teachng Hotel with 23 rooms, in which learners will be afforded an opportunity to learn practically.
The proposal include buying an existing 23 roomed hotel , construction of a teaching faculty on a 2.1 Ha extension plot.
The project included construction of 200 roomed hostel for students and workers in Mahalapye, Botswana.
The project will help in short term and long term training in the hospitality business for Botswana, which is big in tourism, but have issues of untrained personne, whcih Thebangy will sought to address. Its revenue streams will be the tutition, accommodation, Food and beverages to be offered in the teaching hotel.
2. Hotel School
Mebala Management Services (Pty) Ltd, has the requisite capabilities, skills and expertise to develop and successfully operate a world class internationally recognised hospitality and tourism institution.
Training Content Development
• Mebala offers development of training programmes and has a Customer Service Training Programme that has been accredited by the Botswana Qualifications Authority (BQA).
• The Principal Consultant and team has experience in assisting BQA with accrediting numerous training programmes for Education Training Providers (ETPs) since 2011. Further the team has assisted BQA to accredit Education Training Providers.
• Mebala has created bespoke training content for its clients and will offer a curriculum that is recognised locally and internationally and is suitable for the learners in the proposed training hotel school. The modules will undergo a recognition process with Botswana Qualifications Authority.
Service Improvement Strategies
Overall Strategy planning, strategy execution, alignment optimization and performance measurement. Our capability lies on Service Culture Strategy – Design and implementation of service culture strategies.
Training Facilitation of training workshops to the public service, parastatals hospitality and tourism operations, business related (call centres, Customer services and supervisory skills) as well as motivational sessions.
3. Sebokolotsana Nature resources
This proposal is based on an on-going steadily evolving project. After the Kweneng Land Board allocated us a farm in a picturesque intense-forest of Maokagane lands, we realized its potential environment conservation tourism project.
Over five years we have pooled our resources to establish a borehole, solar system, species identification research, endangered plant propagation, collection of rare plants species into the area, and active mental innovation of our desire.
Sebokolotsana Nature project is located in the valley of deep foresty Maokagane lands near Lentsweletau village. All people who visit the area are splendidly surprised of the intensity of such a forest akin to the Okavango delta ones. Further to that, the area has more wild life albeit in an unprotected area and are actively being encroached into.
As a unique proposition, Sebokolotsana is actively developing ways to incorporate the viewing, photographing, and general studying of deadly Black Mamba snakes in their natural habitat as a tourism business. The area we occupy is replete with black mambas of varying sizes. We will do all we could to promote this as a fear-adrenalin- inducing, fantasy, and therapy project.
The project is focused on both international and local tourists. We are developing a comprehensive students’ programmes.
Funding required: BWP540,000.00
Agrotourism
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1. Three Baobabs: Agritourism project
Geographically the farm is ideally situated at a halfway point between two major tourism attractions of Chobe National Park – the Chobe riverfront extending from Ngoma to Kasane, and the wildlife rich Savute channel and marsh.
The first project ambition is to establish a self-catering camp with eight en-suite accommodation units that are completely self-contained to provide all the necessary facilities for tourists to cater for themselves.
Concurrently, and in fact already being established, the project ambition is also to establish a commercial, organic honey operation. Honey demand in Botswana outweighs supply considerably, and in an environment where wildlife conflict impacts every aspect of pastoral and arable farming, beekeeping and honey production is possibly the least afflicted by competing interests of endemic wildlife and customary agricultural activities.
2. Kashete Greens Resort Lodge & Campsite
Kashete Greens Resort (KGR) is a company incorporated and based in Botswana that seeks to establish itself as the first contemporary encounter and leading agro-ecotourism business into the Eastern Okavango Delta Panhandle (ODP); putting social responsibility and environmental conservation work at the heart of a profitable business model.
KGR provides guests with spacious tents and camping grounds, an onsite restaurant that focuses on farm-to-table cuisine and a range of delta-panhandle activities such as mokoro excursions, fishing, bird watching, and nature walks.
Our Core agro-ecotourism elements of the development will consist of six (6) rooms, an eco-lodge and campsite (20 camping grounds), a main building, with a restaurant, bar, deck with sweeping views, boardwalk down the steep cliff to boat stations and recreation facilities on the main channel to the river, parking and guardhouses as required.
The campsite mainly targets local individuals, low and middle-income travellers who are driven by cost-effective facilities and those who are looking for exciting destinations and outdoor places of choice.
Through our already-developed 0.5ha Net Shade ( climate-smart agriculture initiative), KGR aids the tourism industry value chain by producing organic vegetables. Specifically, strawberry and sweet pepper are one of the affordable niche markets, a high-value cash crop and the fastest-growing horticultural product, which is readily edible as table salad, fruit, and ingredient for baking cookies and processed as smoothies and juices at the farm level.
Hence it's a good strategic product mix for this agro-tourism investment for diverse populations in tourism destinations. The principal market for the resort is both international and local tourists.
Funding required: BWP 6,745,979.57 The location for Kashete Greens Resort- (Agro-Tourism Facility) can be accessed through the link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wyaTXusV7txUsUnf7
3. Agro-tourism (lodge & farming) project
Approximately 120,000 tourists visit the Okavango Delta annually. The main attractions being Moremi Game Reserve, lodges in wildlife areas and the rock-paintings of Tsodilo Hills. Tourists usually stay at permanent camps or lodges situated in those areas.
As a result, the tourism industry is the second leading contributor to the economy and if more tourism enterprises are developed especially by the locals, it will significantly diversify Botswana’s economy away from the unsustainable mineral led economy.
Therefore, as a way to harness from this opportunity I have decided to embark on a multi-million pula Agro-Tourism (lodge business) to be situated in between the two main attractions or World Heritage sites (Tsodilo hills and Okavango delta).
Xhauga being one of unique settlements abutting Shakawe village would therefore complement to the ever increasing population and heightened demand for accommodation in the region. My philosophy is to contribute to the socio economic development of Xhauga village by creating employment to the many youthful locals who have the necessary qualifications to work in a reputable hospitality industry.
The local communities are to benefit from this project as they will be directly and indirectly employed. Indirectly employed will be the many skilled basket weavers who can sell their basketry to the guests. Some will directly work on permanent basis as staff members and to be paid a salary on a monthly basis.
4. Cattle & Commercial Game Ranch
N&M Ranch Syndicate plans to diversify its current cattle ranch and transform three of its existing paddocks ‘for game purposes’. N&M Ranch Syndicate is a registered company that has 3 brothers as Directors. It has been operating a cattle ranch since 2020. The Syndicate wants to diversify and incorporate a commercial game ranch. The Syndicate aims to harvest game commercially on the ranch, and to supplement this economic activity with the sale of live animals. The ranch will also have considerable potential for non-consumptive use in the form of game viewing, tourism, and accommodation. The Syndicate believes that these activities, when taken together, can make the venture economically viable and contribute to the economy of the Country.
The ranch covers an area of almost 5,000ha.
5. Master Farm BW
Master Farm BW is a 2.5 hectares plot situated in Serowe village, central district Botswana. The place is well equipped with a two cubic borehole, 3-phase electricity supply and a 10-liter jojo water tank. There is an ablution block for guests and visitors. There is a well-developed paddock structured kraal with six quality dorper sheep, four boer goats, rabbits, a variety of birds (turkeys, ducks, tswana chickens, and guinea fowls) and a 440 egg incubator. A day-to-day developing garden with lawn and some siting areas and sound two speakers. These self-funded developments by far justifies our passion for tourism venture.
The plot is along the Serowe – Paje making it well positioned and self-marketable to the potential customers. Several major entertainment events hosted in Serowe have proven to attract masses of tourist even in the neighbouring countries like South Africa. Sporting activities held at the Serowe Sports complex are also a great advantage for the business. Currently, the business is in the Central District's Serowe, Botswana. For the various tourism market sectors, the company plans to offer chalet accommodations, camping grounds, shuttle services, tourism activities and playground for the kids.Proposed activities Accommodation, conference facility, events facility, snake park, educational tours, cultural tours and swimming.
Funding required: P2 995 000.00
6. Unosoko Agro-tourism Resort
Unosoko Agro‐tourism resort plot is situated at Kavimba village, at plot number 1186 measuring 6,0099 m² or 6.0099ha and its 1km from the village and few metres to the main river and Chobe Forest Reserve. Its measurements and location suits the state of the agro tourism as the plot was previously used for horticulture. The plot has the following facilities; electricity, portable, and a borehole. The site is in proximity to utilities such as potable water, electricity grid. The facility will be having a reception office for clients in Kasane where bookings can be made and clients transported to the resort using the company shuttle bus.
The Chobe district is a well‐known international tourist destination for leisure, wildlife and wellness experience. Appropriate camps,
rest camps and accommodation facilities are available and still in demand to cater for this market. Our company will be offering similar services in an area that is outside the congested Kazungula/Kasane area and as such our services are in an area closer to nature offering our clients an opportunity to experience the wild side of Botswana.
The aim of the proposed enterprise is to provide a unique hospitality experience in the Kavimba area of the Chobe district by offering a combination of accommodation facilities including Chalets, Camping sites and events hosting facilities to local and international tourists and entertainment seekers. Other activities such as game drives, boat cruises and hosting events such as weddings, parties and product launches will also be offered to clients.
Funding required: P 39,307,336.90
7. Chape Agro-Tourism Project
Chape Veggies (“the Company”) was formed in 2023 to undertake agro-tourism as its core business. The business intends to establish itself by creating a thriving hydroponic greenhouse vegetable facility aimed at supplying Botswana with fresh, high-end quality produce whilst attracting high end tourists. With the new developments, the primary function of Chape Veggies will be to cultivate, harvest, and market high end hydroponic crops.
To provide fresh, greenhouse grown tomatoes, peppers and other products to consumers in the greater Gaborone area, surrounding villages as well as regionally and nationally
- Establish the Chape Veggies brand as the primary fresh produce brand for Botswana and set imported produce as an alternative.
- Establish strategic partnerships with key distributors, wholesalers and retailers in Botswana.
- Become a community-oriented business that:
- Attracts educational tourism, schools and volunteers
- Promotes agro-tourism and rural development
- Promotes farming as a career
- Provides locals with job opportunities
Our mission is to promote tourism and healthy lifestyles through our environment by using nature as a catalyst to heal.
The project will be implemented in two phases.
- The total investment required for the two Phases is P184,177,750 (Phase 1 BWP157, 588, 875) and BWP26, 588, 875 for Phase 2)
- The Promoters shall be contributing P3, 000, 000
- Equity investors shall inject a cash contribution of BWP54, 912, 213 for both phases
- The land (with improvements) and the cash contribution from private equity investors constitute 31.44% of the total Investment
- Debt finance required is BWP126,265,538 (68,56% of the total Investment), BWP110,312,213 being for Phase 1 and balance BWP15, 953, 325 required for Phase 2
Cruise
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1. Okavango Delta Cruise
A company dedicated to offering Okavango Delta Cruise of choice to its consumers with safe, memorable and refreshing experience. We aim to be a continuously establishing and growing world-class Okavango Delta Cruise business in the next 5 years.
Events & Entertainment
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1. Chobe Tourism Carnival & Tuwambe Talk Show
Hannahjulia Investments is a 100% youth citizen owned company that is based in the Chobe region, we have seen it fit that since this trimester season has an influx of tourists in our region, we have organised the 1st Annula Chobe Expo and now we look foward to upgrade it to a second edition namely CHOBE TOURISM CARNIVAL.
We also need sponsorship with our TV show named Tuwambe “are bue” let’s talk, it talk about Allendale disorders that affect our tourism attraction community, this show also markets tourism attractions in its adverts and the talk show is hosted in our local guest houses, lodges and hotels, this show we talk about psychological effects of all those terrorized ir affected by the loss of life of thier family members due to wild animals.
We intend to organise all these initiatives annually. The Chobe Tourism CARNIVAL on the other side tends to show case our pride and joy being tourism and our beloved cultures.
2. Botswana Annual Youth Tour Guide Competition
The event is supported by Non-Government Organization ‘Ngamiland Eco Cultural Foundation’ (NECF) which was registered with the Registrar of the High Court (Francistown, Botswana) on the 1st February 2022 and allocated the registration number TUHFT-000002-22.
Ngamiland Eco Cultural Foundation is established in Maun in North West District in Botswana.The main goal of the Foundation is to raise awareness, developing and promoting programs that involves youth of Botswana in eco cultural heritage activities, eco-tourism, agriculture, music and art, culinary art and future sustainable socio economic development.
It will involve stakeholder networking, and resource mobilization for participatory environmental and biodiversity conservation awareness among youth from grassroots level. The mandate of the Foundation is also geared to promote inclusive youth economic programs for transformation of knowledge based economy among the youth.
Historical and Cultural Tourism
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1. Upgrading components of The Low Cost Safari Insuit
The trust aims to upgrade certain components of the low-cost safari in suits in Gudigwa. The following areas will be covered with the funding requested:
- Upgrading of the sewage system (bio rock)
- Putting the tents on a raised deck and the walk way construction.
- Upgrading the solar power system.
- Establishment of the fire breaks around the camp
- National off grid electricity installation
2. Lodge with a more cultural set up
The size of the plot is 15153 square meaPlot in found Muchenje, a village in Chobe, Botswana. It is 2.2 hectare tourism plot. Initially I was looking for funding to do a tented lodge, but eventually became more interested in doing a more cultural set up with traditional housing (with both modern and traditional interior). The aim is to also involve the locals to showcase their indigenous knowledge in terms of lifestyles, ancient technology, food and music and dance just to mention a few. This being meant to preserve local culture and give tourist an understanding of the Chobe culture. It is also aimed at empowering locals to make honest livelihoods from their culture.tres.
Kazungula even though the fastest growing village in an attractive tourism area it does not have an Entertainment and recreational centre that caters for its residents’ leisure needs. This presents a viable opportunity to construct an Entertainment & recreational centre to serve the leisure needs of the people of Kazungula and tourists at large.
3. Ruviya Family Gardens Cultural village
We are to develop a Cultural village to provide accommodation and hospitality tourism related services in the vicinity of Okavango Eastern Panhandle (Mohembo to Gudigwa).
Ruviya Family Gardens Cultural village awaits those willing to participate in an adventure that reveals the mystical cultures and traditions of the people of Botswana if not Africa, steeped in tribal folklore and ancestral traditions. Our culture is the light of our nation – whoever walks here amongst our cultures at Gunotsoga based Cultural Village can also see the light.
4. Chobe and Ngamiland Cultural Heritage Village
Seeking support, partnerships, and investment opportunities that will help bring our interest to develop a cultural heritage village project to fruition. We believe that by working together, we can transform this concept into a sustainable and impactful reality that will benefit Botswana's tourism sector and its local communities.
Estimated Project Cost: P1.9 million
5. Culture centre in Chobe
Development of a culture centre that has accommodation, horse riding, traditional food and allied services. This will be the first facility of its kind in Chobe Region. The company owns two pieces of land in the Chobe West Enclave Area. Most investors are moving from the urban centres of Chobe to the rural or countryside domains. We would like to be pacesetters in this area hence the application for financial assistance. Its social and economic benefits are likely to improve livelihoods in that area.
6. Gunotsoga Cultural Village
The Gunotsoga Cultural Village is committed to providing visitors with a unique and authentic cultural experience. We are dedicated to preserving and promoting Bayei, Basarwa, Badereku and Bambukushu culture, and to providing economic opportunities for local residents. Gunutsoga Cultural Village is Mr Moriri’s tourism initiative that seeks to offer a unique cultural experience while contributing to the local economy.
It aims to provide an authentic cultural experience by using traditional materials in our construction while also ensuring comfort through modern amenities. Our target market includes both domestic and international tourists, cultural enthusiasts, researchers, and corporate clients. Partnering with 5-star lodges will also provide a steady stream of clients who are interested in cultural activities.
The growing trend towards eco-tourism and cultural tourism presents a significant opportunity for our venture.
Our marketing strategy will focus on promoting the unique cultural experiences we offer, the eco-friendly nature of our village, and the positive impact on the local community.
We will utilise digital marketing, partnerships with travel agencies and lodges, and participation in tourism expos and fairs. Our sales strategy will focus on package deals, group discounts, and promotional offers.
The Gunotsoga Cultural Village is targeting the following markets:
- International tourists interested in cultural tourism
- Eco-tourists interested in experiencing the unique biodiversity of the Okavango Delta
- Botswana citizens interested in learning more about their own culture
7. Mbamba Cultural Village and Recreational Park
Mbamba Cultural Village and Recreational Park will give you an experience of meaningful contact with local communities, from a traditional lifestyle- you sure won’t regret stopping by! It must be one of the most original places you can stay to experience cultural diversity of the original inhabitants of the Batswana tribes – The Basarwa, Bayeyi, Baherero, Bambukushu and Basobia. It will typically manifest to show off traditional culture through model homes, entertainment, stories, mouthwatering cuisines and the local traditional sorghum and palm tree drinks, tools, clothing, household and agricultural activities.
Time has completely stood still here where the tribes are living as it has since time immemorial. Come and see their day-to-day life, virtually as it always was. Observe what they eat and where they sleep and whilst still ploughing their lands with teams of oxen and donkeys. They live basic lives, cooking over open fires, carrying water and goods on their heads from water sources.
The objective of the Mbamba cultural village is to enable visitors from all over the world as well as Batswana from all corners of the country to visit it and to maintain a positive interest in the Tswana cultural heritage, including language, customs and practices, rituals, dance, music, folklore, arts and crafts.
Our proposed Mbamba cultural village and Recreational Park is located 4km in the outskirts of Shorobe village on the Maun–Khwai road, in Botswana. It is only 30minutes drive from the Maun International Airport. The 12ha solar electrified cultural village offers safe and secure premises to stay and during your entire stay.
Funding required: BWP 2, 000, 000.00
8. Cultural village in Kazungula
The proposed project is a Cultural village and shall be located in Kazungula, Botswana on a 9379sqm ( approximately 1 hectare) plot of land . The project concept shall be a development of a cultural village as a tourist attraction features and representing the culture found in chobe being the :Basubiya, who are primarily farmers and gatherers, Bananjwa, who are known for their skill of hunting and fishing and Basarwa also known as the San people, are another distinct culture in the Chobe region.
The Basarwa are hunter-gatherers who live a nomadic lifestyle. They have a deep connection to the land and have a rich oral tradition, including storytelling and music. They also have a deep understanding of the plants and animals in the region.
The project will also have proper accommodation, restaurant, boma, fully equipped outdoor facilities and stone fireplace. The proposed project development of a cultural village is in the form of attractions, accommodation and supporting facilities presented in the community life structure that offers a whole atmosphere to reflect and provide a cultural setting that embodies the genuineness of the social culture, customs, daily life, traditional architecture, village structure resembling the Cultures in the Chobe Area.
The cultural village shall be developed in various components of tourism, being the: attractions, food and beverage, souvenir, lodging, and other tourist needs.
9. Historical Site, Library and Lodge Project
This organization serves as the Secretariat for Kgosi Chika III (Peter Johane Chika of the Royal Family of Liswani II). We own a large tract of land in the Munga area of Chobe West. This is the original site of the headquarters of the late Great Chief of the Basubiya People of Parakarungu. The graves of the founding fathers of the village are there to this very day. We would like to develop the site into a historical site. A great library will also be included in the development plan. We want to preserve the history of the founding tribe and this, for the benefit of tourists, future generations and government.
Tourism Attractions & Leisure Parks
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1. Amusement theme park
Amusement theme park,with various attractions such as Rides, games and all event for entertainment. Leased 1 hectare land in one of the busiest mall in Gaborone, Botswana.
2. Kazungula Entertainment & recreational centre
The size of the plot is 15153 square metres.
Kazungula even though the fastest growing village in an attractive tourism area it does not have an Entertainment and recreational centre that caters for its residents’ leisure needs. This presents a viable opportunity to construct an Entertainment & recreational centre to serve the leisure needs of the people of Kazungula and tourists at large.
3. Manonnye Recreation Park
The area is located approximately 35km east of Palapye Village and 5 km from Moremi Village. The proposed is located near the point of borehole, being S22.52792 and E027.40325. The proposed size of the farm is six (6) hectors.
To Provide quality eco-tourism outdoor recreational and entertainment experiences through accommodation, camping, events hosting, quad biking, horse riding, swimming, eating and drinking, partying, conferencing, Moremi Gorge tours and game driving.
Mannonye Recreational Park ‘s competitive edge is its high yield borehole water, its proximity to Moremi Gorge, which within 20 minutes drive and also its accessibility to a tarred road and electricity
grid.
4. Family fun oriented recreational park
The Company proposes to develop, operate and manage a family fun oriented recreational park and outdoor gardenex facility in Kazungula. The ongoing transformation of Kasane –Kazungula into a world class tourism and economic hub makes it a lubricative area for the proposed project.
Entertainment and recreation tourism is a growing niche regionally and nationally. As more communities realize the economic value of this visitor segment, new facilities have to be developed to accommodate competitive recreational and entertainment events and to primarily attract out-of-town visitors while having the additional benefit of hosting recreational and club programs in support of Chobe residents. As such Dream Safaris aims to position itself to tap on the opportunity and diversify the company’s products as well as meeting the current and future needs of the Chobe community and international tourists by providing a safe, enjoyable, and family fun recreation opportunities for all residents and visitors while deriving maximum economic benefits.
Studies have shown that recreation is important for human health and social development therefore the facility is seen as having a potential to positively affect and shape the lives of those that participate. Participation in outdoor recreation provides a wide range of health and social benefits.
The proposed family recreational park and gardenex will consist of the following developments:
- Entertainment area
- Large picnic areas with facilities for extended family groups, and clubs
- Natural areas for exercise and relaxation
- Swimming pool
- Water amusement park featuring water slides
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Ablutions
- Children Play grounds
- Gym room
5. Culture centre in Chobe
Development of a culture centre that has accommodation, horse riding, traditional food and allied services. This will be the first facility of its kind in Chobe Region. The company owns two pieces of land in the Chobe West Enclave Area. Most investors are moving from the urban centres of Chobe to the rural or countryside domains. We would like to be pacesetters in this area hence the application for financial assistance. Its social and economic benefits are likely to improve livelihoods in that area.
6. Expansion of Yebo Travel & Tours
Yebo Travel & Tours intends to provide responsible green cultural, nature and adventure travel agency for individual and group travel to leisure clients. Services and products provided by Yebo Travel & Tours travel agency will initially include sales of pre-arranged tours, custom packages according to clients’ specifications, travel consultation, activities and as time progresses making reservations for flights and lodging amongst other related services. Yebo Travel & Tours seeks to differentiate itself as the premier responsible green cultural, nature and adventure travel Agency Company throughout Botswana.
As the business grows it will take on people and expand into related markets and services. It will also look for additional leverage by establishing relationships and representation with appropriate strategic allies. Furthermore aim is to diversify the product offering to include the environmentally friendly luxury boat cruises, tours and transfers to the places of interest.
Our services are positioned very carefully: to be extremely high quality, comfortable, informative, environmentally friendly and tailored to the client’s needs such that they will enable individuals to have greater appreciation of the culture and heritage, natural environment and its intricacies. Funding required: five million Botswana Pula (BWP5, 000, 000.00) to be used to cover cost for environmentally friendly two (2) solar powered luxury boats and two (2) solar powered road transfer and tour vehicles to be used at Chobe River at Kazungula Bridge and Okavango Panhandle at Mohembo Bridge
7. Capricorn Astronomy Centre and Astrology Museum
The “Unfolding Story of the Capricorn” is a bold concept aimed at creating a locally, regionally and internationally famous and unique place not only in Botswana but on the planet. It is conceived of as a commercially viable undertaking, offering a competitive return on investment to be developed in phases with the participation of a wide range of stakeholders and investors and to take advantage of the unique attributes of the site for the development of one-of –a-kind edutourism, leisure and entertainment facility. The facility is branded as an internationally renowned leisure spot in the region offering a unique and educational experience about the Tropic of Capricorn, astronomy and astrology in general. All geographical and scientific characteristics of interest and attributes about the site are captured, expressed and communicated to the visitors. The line of Capricorn is recognized and used as the central axis. It determines the arrangement of spaces creating a “split“ in the middle of the entire development. In addition, a sundial and a prominent water wall are arranged along the axis to enrich the Line of Capricorn.
Business Tourism, MICE & Convention Centre
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1. Hotel and conference centre in Lobatse
The promoter has identified an opportunity for an upper 3-star hotel and conference facility in Lobatse, which arises out of gap in the market. Lobatse is primarily serviced by hotels and conference facilities in the town’s outskirts, and the development of the project will not only contribute towards the development of the town but will also provide alternatives for guests and patrons alike.
2. Gill Sleepover Hotel Conference Facility
Gill Sleepover Hotel is a TWO STAR SELECTED SERVICE HOTEL 100% owned by a Motswana woman in Mmathubudukwane, 40km East of Mochudi in Kgatleng District, just 5km from Sikwane / South Africa Border Gate. This is the first and the only Hotel in Kgatleng District based at the river Villages. All these Villages are along the forever flowing river named Madikwe River which is why they are commonly known as the river villages; Mmathubudukwane being the central one.
The facility offers 11 air conditioned rooms with en-suite bathrooms, DSTV, WIFI, coffee/tea making facilities and a swimming pool. It has a restaurant with a seating of up to 40 people and offering A LA CARTE and Buffet Menus for lunch and dinner. Additionally, there is a conference facility that accommodates 80 people in class room style and 200 in cinema style. We also have events packages on offer, from weddings to baby showers. We pride ourselves with excellent customer experience.
Over the years, Gill Sleepover Hotel has experienced an increase in the number of visitors to the facility for both accommodation and conferencing services. The demand for services has tremendously grown over the last two years, prompting management to embark on expanding the facilities and service offering. The management has since resolved to expand the hotel operations by incorporating an additional conference facility, to augment the existing facility. To pave way for these developments, management has already designed and approved building plans for the conference facility. Other preparatory activities completed include engagement of professional quantity surveyor, who has determined the costs of construction.
3. Hotel with conference centre at Shakawe Rwee
Application to operate a 50 roomed hotel with a conference hall at Shakawe Rwee ward along the river. The hotel will have two types of accommodation units, standard rooms and executive rooms and targets the lower market of the hospitality and tourism in the accommodation sector. A standard room will cost around P850 per person per day including breakfast, while an executive room will cost P1050 per person per day. In addition, the hotel will have a conference centre of 1000 capacity conference facility.
After conducting market research, we concluded that there is acute shortage of accommodation in the area.
Our target market includes government officials, businesspeople, international tourists, sports men and d religious travellers.
The business is expected to employ more than (50) permanent employment for people within the Okavango area.
The proposed venture is based on an affordable accommodation service tailored for individual customers, families, government employees, corporate companies and regional tourists that require excellent service and affordable accommodation facilities.
Funding required: P28 703, 620.00.
4. Tlou Ya Thabana Boutique Farm & Lodge
Its intent to assemble and deliver luxury accommodation to travelers and premium banqueting services to corporate and individual clientele.
Situated in Mahalapye (180km from the capital city Gaborone), our 20-roomed hotel, complete with a 100-person conference room, world-class restaurant, and swimming pool, endeavors to address the intermittent shortage of hotel rooms during major events in the town.
Recognizing the untapped potential in the business tourism sector, we are strategically positioned to cater to this lucrative market by offering a world-class facility complemented by a tailor-made Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) services and adventure tourism. This approach ensures not only exceptional immediate experiences but also fosters enduring growth in the long term.
5. SM Tours
Webstar Investments (Pty) Ltd t/a SM Tours would like to construct a large tourism facility that combines elements of conferencing, accommodation, country club and olympic grounds. To do this with a fair amount of speed, accuracy and effectiveness, we were wondering if you could please consider the possibility of funding us.
We have a large tract of land that has been designated for commercial activities. We can, with your help, move in there and start developing one of the Southern African Region's largest and most compelling hospitality facility.
The director and her staff have tourism qualifications and experience. The management of this project will not present any serious challenges. We hope to provide a lot of people with jobs and livable incomes. This project is therefore a much awaited opportunity to most local people.
6. Shatha Guest House t/a Tashatha Hotel
Shatha Guest House t/a Tashatha Hotel located at Tutume is a medium sized hotel focused on providing rooms with a clean and modern character that is attractive to individual and business visitors to the area. The Company’s rooms feature modern furniture, high-end technology and modern accessories.
Shatha Guest House t/a Tashatha Hotel offer:
a) all of the standard business hotel services including daily room cleaning
b) Conference facilities
c) free local calls,
d) cable TV
e) a free wireless network and various other amenities.
f) 24 Hours security
g) Parking space
There is currently no business-class hotel in Tutume where we are located. In addition, we have surveyed the major corporations with local offices and determined that they have frequent visitors who would use our hotel location when launched.
Expansion Hotel redesigning: BWP 5,000,000.00
i. Additional 20 executive rooms
ii. A Modern conference facility – 500 capacity
iii. Increase of hotel facility (Large capacity kitchen, laundry facilities and catering equipment
iv. Modern swimming pool
b) Working capital: BWP 1,000,000.00
i. pay for marketing
ii. Replacement of beddings, linen salaries, and land costs until [Tashatha Hotel] reaches break-even.
Funding required: BWP 6,000,000
7. Boipuso Hall Complex & Ditshupo
Fairground Holdings (Pty) Ltd is a 100% citizen owned Botswana registered company and was incorporated on the 21st March 1986.
The company has evolved over the years to take advantage of commercial opportunities. The company is a subsidiary of the Botswana Development Corporation (BDC) with a 51% shareholding while the Botswana Government through Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry holds 49% shareholding.
FGH is the leading and largest business in the provision of a one-stop venue for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions in Botswana; commonly and globally known as ‘’MICE’’ sub-sector of the Tourism and Hospitality industry.
FGH Development Plans
As part of the Implementation of the FGH Masterplan, the company has a vision of upgrading or fully refurbishing its MICE facilities to be in line with international standards as one of the 7 nodes within its greater live work and play themed development.
In addition, the company has a vision of establishing a 3 to 4 star rated hotel with a proposed rooms composition of 120 with state-of-the-art facilities. The hotel development will be the second phase of the development plans of the company following a full refurbishment of the MICE facilities, which we are seeking full funding for.
These developments are meant to enhance FGH’s existing activities and value proposition while improving its marketability which will ultimately fortify the company as a market leader within the industry.
MICE Refurbishment – Funding Utilization
The envisaged project scope entails the refurbishment, reconfiguration and upgrading of FGH existing conference facilities, which are Boipuso Hall Complex and Ditshupo Hall. Funding required: The cost of the project is estimated to be between P30 million to P40 million.
8. Space Solutions Luxury Camp with conference centre
Located in the pristine Muchenje within Chobe National Park, just 61.2 kilometers from Kasane, our project promises a haven of serenity and natural beauty.
Nestled within an expansive one-hectare land, our luxury camp is a timeless haven where opulent accommodations seamlessly coexist with the unspoiled beauty of nature. It boasts 15 well-appointed cottage rooms, 5 executive rooms, and 10 tented chalets.
The facility features a capacious 1000-person conference room and four board rooms, providing ample space for productive meetings and events. An exquisite world-class restaurant promising to tantalize the palates of our esteemed guests, while a rejuvenating swimming pool a spa, a sauna beckons relaxation and leisure. For fitness enthusiasts, our tennis courts and gym offer a perfect escape.
Enhancing the ambiance, a verdant garden will grace the surroundings, creating a tranquil and visually captivating backdrop for an unparalleled stay.
Embracing sustainability, the camp will harness the power of solar panels for its electrical needs, capitalizing on Botswana's abundance of sunlit days. Solar energy stands as an eco-conscious choice, devoid of greenhouse gas emissions and harmful pollutants during energy generation. This deliberate move significantly contributes to the global battle against climate change and air pollution.
By mitigating air pollutants and reducing reliance on traditional fossil fuel-based electricity sources, the camp actively promotes cleaner air and a healthier environment for the local community and the planet at large. Opting for solar energy aligns with sustainable practices, fostering a proactive stance on addressing the urgent global issue of climate change, ultimately ensuring the long-term sustainability of energy resources and safeguarding delicate ecosystems frequently impacted by resource extraction.
In acknowledgment of the importance of responsible water management, we will drill a borehole equipped with a mini-treatment facility to cater to the entire water requirements of the camp. This initiative seeks to alleviate strain on existing water sources, particularly for functions with higher water consumption, such as landscaping, reinforcing our commitment to sustainable resource utilization.
Funding required: P6,320,000.00
Mixed-use Developments
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1. Expansion of Kwa Ga Ncinci and Backpackers Lodge
Kwa Ga Ncinci as an organization is restructuring itself into a cultural and lifestyle business with a focus on healthy local food and ingredients.
At our new location we will reposition our brand as more than just a restaurant but an immersive and impactful food experience for tourists and locals.
Listed below are just a few of the ideas we want to implement:
The restaurant will introduce more local Healthly Foods menu which will include a variety of diets that promote a healthier lifestyle;diabetic, low sodium, vegetarian, and vegan.
Back-Packers Haven
Kwa Ga Ncinci will build and operate a 22 room Back-Packers’ Lodge and50 tent Campsite at our new location.
Cultural and Food tourism Hotspot
KGN wants to rebrand and reposition itself on providing a“impactful cultural and food experience”. We plan to host several culture and food festivals annually, weekly community markets and monthly cultural food events.
Veggie and herb nursery and Farmers market
a plant nursery that will grow local and foreign fruits, vegetables, and herbs. KGN will promote regional agriculture and ensure a continuing supply of fresh, local produce.
Health Food on the Go
Expansion of Health Food on the Go to be separate entity from Food on the Go kitchens and will exclusively serve healthy meal choices.
2. Reeds Island Safaris Resort & spa
As it aspire to be an international hotel company, Reeds Island Pty Ltd will be offering unique services located in Maun, 3KM from Maun International Airport. Maun village is a gateway to deltas, Tsodilo Hills and other safari destinations.
Founded in 2013, we will be operating in 3 places within the Botswana country, offering accommodation and meals in Botshabelo ward, camping site in Habu (way to Tsodilo Hills) and yet to be acquired concession - proposed wing of camping, car rentals for self-drives and accommodationin the deltas (seller contacted and negotiations ongoing).
The Botshabelo facilities will offer experience to tourists who wants to do shopping and or attend events in Maun. The facility in Habu village will provide camping, also near Maun at 120KM apart.
3. Ba Gochwe Camp (Resort)
Ba Gochwe Camp is a new entrant into the tourism industry, the company will provide a recreational park with recreational activities.
Our aim is to be the ultimate family fun destination in Toteng and Kgantshang a few minutes’ drive from the Ngamiland capital Maun.
The company currently has 4 tented accommodation (sahara junior tents), solar power, ablutions, director chairs, bedding, braai stands.
The company wishes to have quad biking, camel back riding, bar & event space, and sundowners which will be our unique selling point. We also wish to offer packaged tours across Botswana’s top tourist destinations to our clients in partnership with tour operators.
Therefore, we would like to expand our business to the next level. The company has a tourism plot in Shaile/Linyanti in Chobe District. Therein, are the developments that we have self-funded on the piece of land, of size 12,500 hectares. We have a Main area ,with a dining area , a bar area, a Borehole of 42 m deep, waterhole for the animals to drink , ablution block, a Water tank stand , a 5000 litre tank.
Documents in hand are as follows, Bill of Quantity from a registered Quantity Surveyor, Proof of Title Deed, Environment Impact Assessment Report (EIA) Proof of ownership, Approved Architectural Drawings, Valuation Report from a Qualified Valuer, Soil Test Report and Insurance Quotations. We, therefore, looking for opportunities/investments who will be able to collaborate with our organization.
Our mission to create employment to our unemployed youth , sustainability and improve the living standard of our communities adjust to our area of operation and ensure that our wildlife is protected for the next generation.
4. Bright Allure Botanical Garden
Bright Allure is a newly registered business and is also a new entrant into the tourism industry, the company currently offers catering packages, picnic packages, sundowner packages, décor packages to local tourists and residents of Maun and surrounding villages.
The company currently has picnic tables, tiffany chairs, cushions, and glassware. The company wishes to expand to a Botanical Garden with flower farming, a restaurant, event garden, ablutions, curio shop and a MICE facility which will be our unique selling point as there are no ideal botanical gardens in Maun while partnering with accommodation facilities and tour operators.
5. Tourism Facilities
SEROWE GATE HOLDINGS was incorporated in Botswana in 2020 as per the Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA) requirements. The company is currently based in Serowe in the Central District. The company intends to provide tented chalets accommodation, campsite/camping ground, camping, shuttle transfers and tourism activities for the diverse tourism market segments. It also will offer Cultural Tourism activities such as heritage tours and monuments visits to Goo-Moremi and other heritage resources in the vicinity of Serowe village.
6. Mmamokhasi Tourism Facilities
Kanye is one of the major villages, this area is destined to be a tourism center of attraction. We feel that the traffic that passes on the A2 and A10 would provide a good market also combined with the fact that now Kanye is a full district and fully autonomous. The Plot is in Kanye Village in Southern Botswana, located about 90 Kilometres south-west of the capital city, Gaborone. Kanye is now a district and had a population of 45, 196 at the 2011 population census. Kanye is also the traditional capital of the Ngwaketse tribe.
On this basis we seek funding to fully exploit the land to derive greater benefits and help diversity the economy of Botswana. We are requesting for funds to develop the area into the below proposed business which we intend to have it off the grid:
- A Guesthouse which has between 6-8 chalets/cabins that has the capacity to accommodate 16 guests.
- A Liquor Restaurant
- Boat cruises on Mmamokhasi Dam
- Quad bike rides around Mmamokhasi Dam
7. Kgale Hills cable cars & infrasctructure
This proposal requests in its management capacity, the construction of cable cars, revolving restaurant, gym and a sky bridge along the phases and views of Kgale Hills, Gaborone dam views and views of the city Gaborone. The main function of the cable cars will be to transport people from the Ground Station(Game City) through into the attraction points of interesting views from above the Kgale view (roughly 1KM distance with 1.2KM height).
In undertaking this research the Cable Cars Botswana team and Directors reviewed all the relevant municipal and district planning literature, visited a short list of proposed site, defined a market catchment for the proposed cable cars and conducted market research into the demand and supply conditions for tourism attractions in the district. The team considered the weather conditions of the proposed site and assessed the broad social, environmental and infrastructural characteristics for each alternative short-listed site. A preferred site was selected: This is the land at Kgale 9KO Roman Catholic Church Land.
8. Expansion of the hotel lodge and factilties
This is a purpose driven opportunity in pioneering safari tourism ideas on tribal lands that champions Botswana citizen ownership and boosts meaningful benefits to rural communities in the form of employment, training and numerous other social support possibilities. We want to work with communities to support a vision that bolsters bold conservation efforts to increase biodiversity across the region. By reducing human/wildlife conflicts, on tribal lands bordering national parks and reserves, we are more likely to get their agreement to connect Etosha National Park, Khaudum National Park, KAZA Transfrontier Park, Okavango Delta, Chobe, National Park , Victoria Falls outlying with corridors.
9. Development of Horticulture farm, Hotel & Camping site
Tribal Grant No 194-PM is located at Sitatunga settlement about 12Km from Maun town centre in an area prone to wildlife. The location is ideal for nature explorations, camping, educational tours and other sustainable tourism practices. The business intends to setup state of the art accommodation services that will include dining services, agriculture activities, educational activities. Our activities intend to blend with what the industry best provides, wildlife viewing, photography, filming and explorations. The business shall develop an integrated website that shall be allowing our target market to make enquiries and booking through.
The business will also make travel affiliations with Travel Agencies dealing in online Accommodation bookings, flight bookings, Car Rentals, Tents hire and camping equipment hire. We shall also acquire licensing to provide activities including Mokoro excursions, liaise with service providers to offer scenic flights, game drives, guided walks, for our clients.
10. Expansion of Ramatie Guest Palace
Self-drive adventure vehicle
Ramatie Guest Palace to introduce self-drive vehicles, vehicles will be customised to be used by budget tourist who drives themselves in the park for adventure, Ramatie will start with one vehicle Off road twin cab to be rented out to clients and in feature introduce more vehicles and camping accessories
Obstacle coarse
This will be done on the new plot acquired by the business .The obstacle course will be open for both the public and Ramatie Guest Palace clients at a cost, the coarse will be done in such a way that formations and mini activities within can be changed to meet the needs of all customers. This course will also be marketed to the Kazungula Marathon to be an additional activity for competition purposes,
Accommodation capacity
Ramatie Guest Palace intend to increase accommodation capacity, we will introduce ten standard in suites with conference hall and kitchen and self-service room, This will be a double story building to suites the size of the plot acquired, With the introduction of more rooms in the facility, we will also consider the upgrading of the business licence to lodge/hotel .
11. Expansion of Etang Guesthouse & Game viewer
Etang is currently a two-star graded guesthouse with twelve (12) rooms. The facility offers high quality hospitality services and has seen growing numbers of occupancy in it’s two years of operation. All this has been due to exceptional quality in-service provision. Etang has become the preferred choice for lodging in Nata Village for those doing local business as well as those in transit as it sits at the junction leading to two of Botswana’s top most tourist hubs, that is Maun and Kasane. Due to increased demand, the business proposes funding on three fronts. First is the establishment of a second Guest House (Etang 2) on our other plot still located in Nata. Secondly, as a way to enhance the growth, Etang was funded through a loan facility that we wish to clear and enhance our balance sheet. Finally, due to the growing demand and consumption of tourism in our neighbouring Makgadikgadi and Nxai National Parks, we propose to establish guided game drives where customers stand to feast their eyes on the big five in these national parks. For this we propose a purchase of three (3) game viewer vehicles.
12. Kolobeng Tourism Infrastructures
The proposed site is a 2113 square meter plot located on the banks of the Kolobeng River in Kumakwane as illustrated in Map 1 (GPS Coordinates 24°39'53.5"S, 25°40'31.3"E). The site is located on the western edge of Kumakwane Village approximately eighteen kilometers from Gaborone. The site is accessible along a two-kilometer (2Km) gravel road from the A10 Kanye- Gaborone highway.
The site provides the opportunity for the development an excellent intimate getaway from the Gaborone City Center.
The scenic location of the site offers excellent views of the Kolobeng River ideal for the development of a raised deck which can double as a dining/ restaurant/ bar area. The seasonal flooding of the Kolobeng River provides the opportunity for canoeing or mokoro rides along the river. The area opposite the river is a pristine, undeveloped hilly area suitable for hiking trails, guided walks and off- road biking expeditions.
The Livingstone Kolobeng museum is located approximately 1.5 Km from the site and can be accessed along one of the hiking trails adjacent to the river enabling its inclusion as part of activities on offer at the proposed development.
13. State-of-the-art hospitality facility
Iswiza Rest Camp (Pty) Ltd is a Botswana-based, globe-biased organization that provides travel agency and off-site tourism activities to international tourists.
Iswiza Rest Camp (Pty) Ltd has a piece of land in the Chobe West Enclave Area. The company plans on developing a state-of-the-art hospitality facility on the said piece of land.
The proposed project shall have the following outstanding features:
- A large conferencing facility with hi-tech equipment.
- An arena for theatre arts.
- Gardens that are adorned with rare ornamental plants, an assortment of bird species and breathtaking landscaping patterns.
- The ambiance of a globally competitive resort.
- A One-Stop-Shop image that carries chalet, safari tent and camping ground components.
14. Rental of 4x4 vehicles & Guesthouses
A company planning to offer female guided self- drive small groups tours with our fleet as combination of bush lodge, camping to compete in male dominated overland route.
The Botswana tourism industry is characterized by different experiences that sustain tourist attraction for instance the unspoilt wilderness, wildlife ;
- Accommodation – Guest House x 1 – Kasane , Guest House Maun x 1
- Transport – 4x4 rental vehicles with rooftops tents x 8 We are confident of our proposed guided itineraries and small group mid range cost safaris, as well as direct access to most popular tourist destinations , Cape Town , Okavango Delta , Chobe , Victoria Falls . This gives us a unique edge for varied quality safaris and wildlife viewing activities than our competitors offer. Funding required: US$ 1,200, 000.00 million
15. KoiSands Resort & Leisure Waterpark
KoiSands Resort & Leisure Waterpark (Pty) Ltd is a resort and waterpark business initiative started by Kabo Charles Matlhabaphiri (founder) and Wantlha Kgomotso (nephew). The primary goal of KoiSands is to provide a place where locals, families, couples, social groups, individual’s, corporate outings, tourist as well can come for leisure. KoiSands will be situated in the Kweneng District, western part of Molepolole at Botlhapatlou (translated as “were elephants take a bath”. KoiSands is privileged to be surrounded by rich culture and many amazing natural authentic rural villages, attractive sites like Khutse Game Reserve at 160km and Gaborone 1hr 30min.
KoiSands solution will provide a resort and waterpark, organised in the form of Luxury lodging and an Aquatic Center with a retractable roof system, comprising of luxury river resembling an elephant, wave pool, infinity pool at the main guest area, resting places, open showers, swimming pools for children as well as necessary, food and beverages, farm fresh produce. Complimented by clean and fresh water from its borehole estimated water yield of 21 m3/h).