Sandfire Motheo

At Sandfire, we believe that investing in young people creates opportunities to be active change makers today, and leaders of tomorrow. Our commitment to youth empowerment is a key pillar of our community investment plan and we are proud to sponsor the 2026 Botswana Human Resource Development Council Career Clinics. These clinics provide career guidance, access to industry experts and tertiary education opportunities to help participants achieve their future aspirations.

With Sandfire, the power to shape your future is in your hands.
Join us in Maun from 28- 29 April 2026 at The Life Centre Botswana as we nurture talent, inspire growth and create opportunities for the youth of Botswana. Together, let’s build a community of empowered and educated individuals ready
to take on the world.

On Sunday, 8 March 2026, Sandfire’s Motheo Operations and business partners joined the global celebration of International Women’s Day under the theme “Rights. Justice. Action. For All Women and Girls.” This event brought colleagues and leaders together to emphasise the importance of nurturing environments where women and girls can thrive, lead, and have their voices both elevated and heard.

In her opening remarks, Onalenna Candy Godie, General Manager at Motheo, highlighted the crucial role women play within the organisation and the mining sector at large. She highlighted the need to create opportunities for women to grow, lead, and make meaningful contributions in the workplace, reaffirming our dedication to fostering an inclusive culture that champions gender equality.

Adding a unique perspective, Basadi Molelekeng shared her inspiring journey as a commercial farmer who has defied the odds to achieve success. Her story underscored resilience, determination, and the strength of women who continue to break barriers and create opportunities for themselves and their communities.
A notable highlight was an engaging panel discussion moderated by Letsebeng Selawe, Senior Advisor ESG and Sustainability, which facilitated meaningful dialogue on advancing equality through intentional action and shared responsibility.

The panellists — Warona Moswate, Setso Moswete, Tebogo Kutuso, and Retlhabile Kate — shared powerful insights, personal experiences, and perspectives on empowerment and leadership, emphasising the role each individual plays in driving progress for women in the workplace and within communities.
The discussion served as a reminder that meaningful progress requires commitment, collaboration, and a continued focus on creating opportunities for women and girls. At Sandfire’s Motheo Operations, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where every woman is supported, valued, empowered to succeed and to ensure that !

Our Motheo team joined forces with Simolola Drilling Services, International Facilities Services, DHMT, the Botswana Prevention of Gender-Based Violence and Support Centre, and the Department of Gender Affairs – Ghanzi, to mark 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence at a commemorative event in Kuke on Wednesday, 3 December.

United under this year’s theme, "End Digital Violence Against All Women and Girls," the event highlighted the need for collective action to ensure online and digital spaces are free from harassment, abuse, and control, acknowledging the potential for digital harm to lead to real-life violence.

Officer Commanding District No. 6, Thari Senwelo, spoke about the importance of vigilance and proactive measures by encouraging everyone, particularly young people, to use digital platforms responsibly, report any digital harassment and abuse, and support each other in fostering a culture of respect and equality online.
"Each one of us has a role to play to ensure our digital spaces are inclusive, respectful, and free from intimidation," he said.

Community Relations Manager, Kabo Thankane, also encouraged the community not to ignore gender-based violence but to report it and support those affected. She emphasised the critical need for awareness and education, pointing out that recognising the signs of violence is the first step toward prevention.
"We must stand together to dismantle the structures that allow such violence to persist."