The unveiling of their new Corporate Strategy for 2022-2027 bore witness to the commitment made by the business to empower citizens and foster homegrown enterprise. This announcement, a part of the business lead at Little Paws Garden in Palapye, held a strong emphasis on nurturing Batswana’s participation in economic activities, aligning with MCM’s core business principles.
Dr. Bonny Ignitius Matshediso, the esteemed Chairperson of MCM, elucidated that the new strategy embodies a dedicated focus on empowering citizens. Notably, MCM had already established a specialized office for citizen economic empowerment, signifying a tangible commitment to fostering local business ownership. Matshediso emphasized that this initiative was propelled by the belief that empowering Batswana in business ownership could significantly curb the national import bill, reflecting a proactive approach towards economic sustainability.
The strategy presented an ambitious goal of achieving 50% Citizen Spend, supporting an estimated 3,000 jobs by 2027. Matshediso’s unwavering commitment to prioritizing Batswana in accessing economic opportunities was resoundingly clear. Moreover, the strategy underscored a comprehensive approach to fortifying operational efficiency and productivity through human capital development initiatives, reflecting MCM’s steadfast dedication to holistic success.
In echoing their pledge, MCM’s Chairperson espoused the fostering of a collective organizational culture, emphasizing collective success and unity in facing challenges. Matshediso also affirmed the collaborative synergy between the marketing and sales team and the mineral resource management team. This union, he stated, was designed to meticulously address market demands through comprehensive market intelligence exercises.
Further, drawing inspiration from Debswana, MCM endeavored to emulate their fellow industry leaders by implementing a Citizen Economic Empowerment Programme (CEEP). This program, akin to Debswana’s own empowerment initiative, aims to invest in citizen-owned companies, with a commitment to disburse substantial financial support. The business’s devotion to economic upliftment reflects a pivotal step in bolstering local business ownership and driving sustainable economic growth for the nation.
