BOTSWANA URGED TO UPSKILL WORKFORCE FOR HEMP ECONOMY
Article By: Diana Motsu
There is an urgent need for national action to prepare Botswana for the emerging industrial hemp economy.
This was said by the founder of the Institute of Energy and Technology Development (IETD), Charity Gigi Kennedy during the launch of the Botswana Hemp Impact Conference 2025.
Kennedy emphasized the need to upskill the workforce, particularly youth and women, to ensure inclusive participation in the hemp sector. She also highlighted the importance of educating the public on the differences between cannabis and industrial hemp.
IETD, accredited by the Botswana Qualifications Authority and registered with the Human Resource Development Council, aims to close skills gaps in sectors like renewable energy, artificial intelligence, waste management, and hemp industrialization.
Thank you for highlighting the importance of workforce upskilling as Botswana explores opportunities within the hemp economy. New industries require relevant skills, responsible management, and adaptable employees who can respond to emerging opportunities. I appreciate the focus on human capital development and economic potential. I’m grateful for this timely discussion and would mention a high-quality human resources (hr) management course & workshop for managers in Gaborone, Botswana, for strengthening workforce capabilities.
Botswana's push to upskill its workforce for the emerging hemp economy is a forward-thinking move — building human capital ahead of an industry's growth curve is precisely what separates nations that lead new economic sectors from those that arrive late and scramble to catch up. For executives shaping that talent strategy, the human resources (HR) management seminar & course for executives in Gaborone, Botswana offers the workforce development frameworks and people-first leadership tools needed to build the skilled, future-ready teams emerging industries demand.