Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # BIDPA ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://bidpa.bw/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Latest News](https://bidpa.bw/latest-news/) - { Blog Posts ("Grid"). Category ID: 51 } - [2nd Africa Regional Conference on Parliament and Legislation (AFRIPAL 2027)](https://bidpa.bw/2nd-africa-regional-conference-on-parliament-and-legislation-afripal-2027/) - 2nd Africa Regional Conference on Parliament and Legislation (AFRIPAL 2027), organized in partnership with the Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis (BIDPA). Key details shown: Event: 2nd Africa Regional Conference on Parliament and Legislation (AFRIPAL 2027) Theme: African Parliaments in the digital age: reimagining possibilities for better performance and networked governance Location: Gaborone, Botswana Dates: - [BIDPA and Econsult Botswana host Development Policy Seminar](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-and-econsult-botswana-host-development-policy-seminar/) - The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis (BIDPA), in partnership with EConsult Botswana, will host a Development Policy Seminar under the theme: “Natural Resources and the Middle-Income Trap: Lessons for Botswana’s Second Transformation.” The seminar will provide a platform for high-level dialogue on Botswana’s policy priorities, fiscal stance, and the implications of these factors for - [BIDPA reviews the 2026-2027 Budget](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-reviews-the-2026-2027-budget/) - The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis (BIDPA) recently convened a high-level dialogue which brought together policymakers, economists, private sector leaders and civil society to examine the implications of the 2026/27 National Budget for the country’s economic future. The forum which was aimed at strengthening public understanding of fiscal policy while promoting evidence-based discussion on - [BIDPA Celebrates 30-years of impact](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-celebrates-30-years-of-impact/) - { Text Block: }BIDPA marked its 30th anniversary with symposium and a gala dinner under the theme “Celebrating 30 Years of Providing Evidence-based Policy Advice: The Role and Future of Think Tanks in a Rapidly Changing World.{ Pullquote: }Delivering a keynote address at a gala dinner celebrating the 30th anniversary of BIDPA, Mr. Gaolathe said - [BIDPA host a policy dialogue](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-host-a-policy-dialogue/) - { Text Block: }The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis (BIDPA) is hosting a Policy Dialogue on 28th, July 2025, in Gaborone. { Pullquote: }The theme of the dialogue is “Rethinking Botswana’s Vegetable Import Ban and Implications for Food Security”. This event will bring together experts from different spheres and will serve as a platform - [BIDPA study reveals individuals from rural areas more likely to be multidimensionally poor](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-study-reveals-individuals-from-rural-areas-more-likely-to-be-multidimensionally-poor/) - { Text Block: }The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis, (BIDPA) has published a working paper titled; Factors Influencing the Probability of Being Left Behind: A multidimensional Poverty Approach for Botswana. { Pullquote: }According to the author, Dr Raymond Khaufelo Lekobane, for poverty to be eliminated in all its forms, it is critical to identify - [BIDPA and BNPC sign a Memorandum of Understanding](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-and-bnpc-sign-a-memorandum-of-understanding/) - { Text Block: }The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis, (BIDPA) and the Botswana National Productivity Centre, (BNPC) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding to guide and enhance their research and collaborative efforts. The two institutions play a crucial role in the development of the country especially in terms of research, policy analysis and stimulating - [BIDPA calls for the development of a National Children’s Strategy to coordinate child protection institutions](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-calls-for-the-development-of-a-national-childrens-strategy-to-coordinate-child-protection-institutions/) - { Text Block: }A study conducted by BIDPA titled; Child Sexual Abuse in Botswana; An evaluation of the effectiveness of child protection institutions in selected villages has recommended the development of a National Children’s Strategy to coordinate child protection institutions. According to the findings of the study, the strategy will map out a better way - [BIDPA congratulates Dr Lekobane](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-congratulates-dr-lekobane/) - The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis (BIDPA) congratulates its recent graduate Dr Khaufelo Raymond Lekobane. - [BIDPA Capacitates the Media](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-capacitates-the-media/) - { Text Block: }The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis, (BIDPA) recently held a media workshop to sensitize the media on;{ Text Block: } The role of evidence in policy making. { Text Block: }Officially opening the workshop, Deputy Governor of Bank of Botswana who is also the Chairperson of the Research Committee for the - [The groundwork for the development of the National Productivity and Competitiveness policy gets under way](https://bidpa.bw/the-groundwork-for-the-development-of-the-national-productivity-and-competitiveness-policy-gets-under-way/) - { Text Block: }The groundwork for the development of the National Productivity and Competitiveness policy has begun with a series of consultative workshops across the country with the first being held in Kasane. Participants have been drawn from the private sector, government, labour, local authorities, faith-based organizations etc. { Text Block: } The Botswana Institute - [BIDPA and NARDI launch a partnership](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-and-nardi-launch-a-partnership/) - { Text Block: }The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis, (BIDPA) in collaboration with the National Agricultural Research and Development Institute, (NARDI) have launched a partnership and signing a Memorandum of Understanding.{ Text Block: }Through this partnership, the institutions will collaborate in various activities which include joint research proposals to bid for national, sub-regional, regional, - [BIDPA cultivates research skills among Kgalagadi North learners](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-cultivates-research-skills-among-kgalagadi-north-learners/) - { Text Block: }The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis, (BIDPA) recently held a School Essay Writing Competition in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Kgalagadi Region aimed at empowering learners to develop solid research skills for the future. The competition was held under the theme; “Developing future researchers; A prerequisite for a Knowledge Based - [BIDPA congratulates Dr Motswapong](https://bidpa.bw/bidpa-congratulates-dr-motswapong/) - { Text Block: }The Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis, (BIDPA) congratulates Dr Masedi Mao Motswapong. Dr Motswapong recently obtained his Doctor of Philosophy in Economics from Nelson Mandela University, South Africa. 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[SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS - GUIDING BOTSWANA’S CULTURE AND CREATIVE INDUSTRY TOWARDS COMMERCIALISATION – THE MUSIC INDUSTRY PILOT](https://bidpa.bw/download/situational-analysis-guiding-botswanas-culture-and-creative-industry-towards-commercialisation-the-music-industry-pilot/) - [WASTE MANAGEMENT VALUE CHAINS IN BOTSWANA - TOWARDS WASTE ENTREPRENEUR](https://bidpa.bw/download/waste-management/) - [A SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE NATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY AND COMPETITIVENESS POLICY AND STRATEGY](https://bidpa.bw/download/a-situational-analysis-for-the-development-of-the-national-productivity-and-competitiveness-policy-and-strategy/) - [SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF GENDER MAINSTREAMING IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM](https://bidpa.bw/download/situational-analysis-for-the-development-of-gender-mainstreaming-in-the-criminal-justice-system/) - [Annual Report 2025](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-annual-report-2025/) - [BIDPA and Econsult Botswana host Development Policy Seminar](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-and-econsult-botswana-host-development-policy-seminar/) - [Mitigating Performance Limitations and Challenges Faced by Parliament's Budgetary Oversight Committees in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/mitigating-performance-limitations-and-challenges-faced-by-parliaments-budgetary-oversight-committees-in-botswana/) - [CALL FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI) FOR BIDPA CONSULTANCY DATABASE](https://bidpa.bw/download/call-for-expression-of-interest-eoi-for-bidpa-consultancy-database/) - [Multidimensional Energy Poverty for Botswana: Does gender matter?](https://bidpa.bw/download/multidimensional-energy-poverty-for-botswana-does-gender-matter/) - [Tobacco Control In Botswana: Effectiveness Of Tax Changes In Reducing Tobacco Demand](https://bidpa.bw/download/tobacco-control-in-botswana-effectiveness-of-tax-changes-in-reducing-tobacco-demand/) - [Enhancing Social Protection Amidst Fiscal Constraints: The Botswana 2025/26 Budget](https://bidpa.bw/download/enhancing-social-protection-amidst-fiscal-constraints-the-botswana-2025-26-budget/) - [Budgeting For Effective Anti- Corruption Initiatives In Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/budgeting-for-effective-anti-corruption-initiatives-in-botswana/) - [UNDERSTANDING COMMUNICATIONS SECTOR REGULATION IN BOTSWANA](https://bidpa.bw/download/understanding-communications-sector-regulation-in-botswana/) - [Annual Report 2024](https://bidpa.bw/download/annual-report-2024/) - [Children and Youth Services Review](https://bidpa.bw/download/children-and-youth-services-review/) - [Factors Influencing the Probability of Being Left Behind: A Multidimensional Poverty Approach for Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/factors-influencing-the-probability-of-being-left-behind-a-multidimensional-poverty-approach-for-botswana/) - [Honorable Dr Gloria Somolekae to join the National Academy of Public Administration as Part of 2024 Class of Academy Fellows](https://bidpa.bw/download/honorable-dr-gloria-somolekae-to-join-the-national-academy-of-public-administration-as-part-of-2024-class-of-academy-fellows/) - [INVITATION TO TENDER FOR AUDIT SERVICES AND STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENT](https://bidpa.bw/download/invitation-to-tender-for-audit-services-and-strategic-development/) - [TENDER ANNOUNCEMENT : THE DESIGN, LAYOUT AND PRINTING OF THE BIDPA INTEGRATED REPORTS FOR THREE YEARS (2024, 2025 AND 2026) Reference No. BIDPA/KMD/001/2023-24](https://bidpa.bw/download/the-design-layout-and-printing-of-the-bidpa-integrated-reports-for-three-years-2024-2025-and-2026-reference-no-bidpa-kmd-001-2023-24/) - [Annual Report 2023](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-annual-report-2022-2023/) - [Does social protection reach those left behind: empirical evidence from Botswana using multidimensional poverty approaches](https://bidpa.bw/download/does-social-protection-reach-those-left-behind-empirical-evidence-from-botswana-using-multidimensional-poverty-approaches/) - [Children with disabilities: Left behind or forgotten? Empirical evidence from Botswana using multidimensional poverty measures](https://bidpa.bw/download/children-with-disabilities-left-behind-or-forgotten-empirical-evidence-from-botswana-using-multidimensional-poverty-measures/) - [BIDPA-Policy-Brief-No.19](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-no-19/) - [Dr Marata](https://bidpa.bw/download/dr-marata/) - [Child Sexual Abuse in Botswana: An Evaluation of The Effectiveness of Child Protection Institutions in selected villages](https://bidpa.bw/download/child-sexual-abuse-in-botswana-an-evaluation-of-the-effectiveness-of-child-protection-institutions-in-selected-villages/) - [BIDPA and NARDI launch a Partnership](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-and-nardi-launch-a-partnership/) - [AGI Flagship Report](https://bidpa.bw/download/agi-flagship-report/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-18](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-18/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-17](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-17/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-16](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-16/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-15](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-15/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-14](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-14/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-13](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-13/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-12](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-12/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-11](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-11/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-10](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-10/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-9](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-9/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-8](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-8/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-7](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-7/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-6](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-6/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-5](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-5/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-4](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-4/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-3](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-3/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-2](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-2/) - [bidpa-policy-brief-1](https://bidpa.bw/download/bidpa-policy-brief-1/) - [Evidence-Based Policy-Making Presentation](https://bidpa.bw/download/evidence-based-policy-making-presentation/) - [TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR A CONSULTANT TO UNDERTAKE AND COORDINATE THE PREPARATION OF NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 12](https://bidpa.bw/download/terms-of-reference-for-a-consultant-to-undertake-and-coordinate-the-preparation-of-national-development-plan-12/) - [CONSULTANT TO UNDERTAKE AND COORDINATE THE PREPARATION OF NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN 12](https://bidpa.bw/download/consultant-to-undertake-and-coordinate-the-preparation-of-national-development-plan-12/) - [Ex Gratia Payments for Loss of Human Life Due to Wild Animals’ Attack in Botswana - Implications for Practice and Policies](https://bidpa.bw/download/ex-gratia-payments-for-loss-of-human-life-due-to-wild-animals-attack-in-botswana-implications-for-practice-and-policies/) - [Financing Private Partnership (PPPs) in Botswana through the Capital Markets.](https://bidpa.bw/download/financing-private-partnership-ppps-in-botswana-through-the-capital-markets/) - [How Non diamond Exports Respond to Exchange Rate Volatility in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/how-non-diamond-exports-respond-to-exchange-rate-volatility-in-botswana/) - [Ordinary Shareholders' Rights Protection in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/ordinary-shareholders-rights-protection-in-botswana/) - [Competitiveness-of ACP Sugar Exports in Global Markets](https://bidpa.bw/download/competitiveness-of-acp-sugar-exports-in-global-markets/) - [Key Drivers of Industrial Growth](https://bidpa.bw/download/key-drivers-of-industrial-growth/) - [Whistleblowing in Botswana's Construction Industry : A Public and Private Sector Perspective](https://bidpa.bw/download/whistleblowing-in-botswanas-construction-industry-a-public-and-private-sector-perspective/) - [Public Policy Implementation Prospects and Challenges-in Botswana : A Case of the National Policy on Care for People with Disabilities](https://bidpa.bw/download/public-policy-implementation-prospects-and-challenges-in-botswana-a-case-of-the-national-policy-on-care-for-people-with-disabilities/) - [Botswana’s Debt Sustainability: Tracking the Path](https://bidpa.bw/download/botswanas-debt-sustainability-tracking-the-path/) - [Do Public Transfers Discourage Farmer Participation in Subsistence Crop Production? Empirical Evidence from Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/do-public-transfers-discourage-farmer-participation-in-subsistence-crop-production-empirical-evidence-from-botswana/) - [Factors Underlying Communal Beef Cattle Marketing Decisions in Botswana: The Role of Public and Private Transfers](https://bidpa.bw/download/factors-underlying-communal-beef-cattle-marketing-decisions-in-botswana-the-role-of-public-and-private-transfers/) - [Competition and Trade Policy: The Case of the Botswana Poultry Industry](https://bidpa.bw/download/competition-and-trade-policy-the-case-of-the-botswana-poultry-industry/) - [SACU Revenue Sharing Formula: Towards a Development Agreement](https://bidpa.bw/download/sacu-revenue-sharing-formula-towards-a-development-agreement/) - [Key Issues in the Textile and Clothing Sector in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/key-issues-in-the-textile-and-clothing-sector-in-botswana/) - [Water Pricing and Policy in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/water-pricing-and-policy-in-botswana/) - [Public Transfers and Subsistence Producer Disincentives in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/public-transfers-and-subsistence-producer-disincentives-in-botswana/) - [Determinants of Household Welfare and Poverty in Botswana 2002/03 and 2009/10](https://bidpa.bw/download/determinants-of-household-welfare-and-poverty-in-botswana-2002-03-and-2009-10/) - [Towards a Diversified Economy](https://bidpa.bw/download/towards-a-diversified-economy/) - [The Impact of Trading With China on Botswana's Economy](https://bidpa.bw/download/the-impact-of-trading-with-china-on-botswanas-economy/) - [Integrated Results Based Management Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/integrated-results-based-management-botswana/) - [Export Competitiveness of Botswana's Beef Industry](https://bidpa.bw/download/export-competitiveness-of-botswanas-beef-industry/) - [Examining Evidence of Feminization of Poverty in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/examining-evidence-of-feminization-of-poverty-in-botswana/) - [Strengthening Local Government Service Delivery Systems Through The Open Government Initiative](https://bidpa.bw/download/strengthening-local-government-service-delivery-systems-through-the-open-government-initiative/) - [Technology and the Nature of Active Citizenship](https://bidpa.bw/download/technology-and-the-nature-of-active-citizenship/) - [Determinants of Self Employment in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/determinants-of-self-employment-in-botswana/) - [Determinants of Informal Sector Business in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/determinants-of-informal-sector-business-in-botswana/) - [Financing SMEs in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/financing-smes-in-botswana/) - [Revealed Comparative Advantage in the Global Citrus Market and Implications for South Africa](https://bidpa.bw/download/revealed-comparative-advantage-in-the-global-citrus-market-and-implications-for-south-africa/) - [Determinants of service sector growth in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/determinants-of-service-sector-growth-in-botswana/) - [Determinants of Tourism Demand in the SADC Region](https://bidpa.bw/download/determinants-of-tourism-demand-in-the-sadc-region/) - [Financial Development and Economic Growth in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/financial-development-and-economic-growth-in-botswana/) - [Impact of Internationalization on Firm Performance in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/impact-of-internationalization-on-firm-performance-in-botswana/) - [Challenges of Project Implementation in Local Government: The Case of Francistown City Council and Kweneng District Council](https://bidpa.bw/download/challenges-of-project-implementation-in-local-government-the-case-of-francistown-city-council-and-kweneng-district-council/) - [Financial Inclusion and its Impact on Employment Creation in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/financial-inclusion-and-its-impact-on-employment-creation-in-botswana/) - [Education and Labour Market Activity of Women in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/education-and-labour-market-activity-of-women-in-botswana/) - [The Impact of Macroeconomic Variables on Capital Market Development in Botswana’s Economy](https://bidpa.bw/download/the-impact-of-macroeconomic-variables-on-capital-market-development-in-botswanas-economy/) - [Structural Transformation and Fiscal Policy in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/structural-transformation-and-fiscal-policy-in-botswana/) - [Consumption Inequality in Botswana: The Decomposition of the Gini Coefficient of Consumer Expenditures](https://bidpa.bw/download/consumption-inequality-in-botswana-the-decomposition-of-the-gini-coefficient-of-consumer-expenditures/) - [The Impact of Infrastructure on Economic Growth in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/the-impact-of-infrastructure-on-economic-growth-in-botswana/) - [The Impact of Business Regulatory Quality on Private Sector Investment in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/the-impact-of-business-regulatory-quality-on-private-sector-investment-in-botswana/) - [Impacts of Access to ICTs on Employment Status in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/impacts-of-access-to-icts-on-employment-status-in-botswana/) - [Gender and Corruption in Botswana: Perceptions, Participation and Considerations for Anti-Corruption Policy](https://bidpa.bw/download/gender-and-corruption-in-botswana-perceptions-participation-and-considerations-for-anti-corruption-policy/) - [Youth Employment in Botswana: Comparative Analysis of 2009/10 and 2015/16](https://bidpa.bw/download/youth-employment-in-botswana-comparative-analysis-of-2009-10-and-2015-16/) - [Decomposition analysis of the Gini coefficient of consumer expenditures in Botswana](https://bidpa.bw/download/decomposition-analysis-of-the-gini-coefficient-of-consumer-expenditures-in-botswana/) - [Download Journal Article](https://bidpa.bw/download/download-journal-article/) - [Annual Report 2022](https://bidpa.bw/download/annual-report-2022/) - [Annual Report 2021](https://bidpa.bw/download/annual-report-2021/) - [Annual Report 2020](https://bidpa.bw/download/annual-report-2020/) - [Annual Report 2019](https://bidpa.bw/download/annual-report-2019/) - [Annual Report 2018](https://bidpa.bw/download/annual-report-2018/) - [Annual Report 2017](https://bidpa.bw/download/annual-report-2017/) - [Annual Report 2015](https://bidpa.bw/download/annual-report-2015/) - [Annual Report 2014](https://bidpa.bw/download/annual-report-2014/) ## Staff Profiles - [Dr Gloria Somolekae](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/dr-gloria-somolekae/) - Dr Gloria Somolekae is the head of the Governance and Administration Unit at BIDPA. The unit spearheads research on a number of Governance areas including democracy and development, corruption, e-governance, public sector reforms, policy implementation and project management, service delivery issues, evidence-based policy making, local government, rural development and policy analysis in general. Dr Somolekae - [Dr Gloria Somolekae](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/dr-gloria-somolekae-2/) - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - [Dr Kedibonye Thompson](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/dr-kedibonye-thompson-2/) - [Dr Kedibonye Thompson](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/dr-kedibonye-thompson/) - Ms Sekakela is a Research Fellow (Financial Economist) at Botswana Institute for Development Policy & Analysis (BIDPA) in the Macroeconomics and Development Unit. She holds a Bachelor Degree in Finance and a Master Degree in International Economics. As a researcher, she has published several papers including budget briefs, working papers and journals in the areas - [Kehumile Tsetsengwe](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/kehumile-tsetsengwe/) - _ - [Mr Mpaphi Tsholofelo](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/mr-mpaphi-tsholofelo/) - [Dr Lillian Mookodi](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/dr-lillian-mookodi/) - Ms Lillian Mookodi is currently a Research Fellow in the Human and Social Development Unit, at BIDPA. She is a Development Economist and holds a Master of Science in Development Economics and Policy, and a Bachelor of Social Sciences Degree where she specialised in Economics and Statistics, obtained from the Universities of Manchester and Botswana, - [Dr David Mmopelwa](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/david-mmopelwa/) - [Dr Marumo Omotoye](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/dr-marumo-omotoye/) - Dr Marumo Omotoye joined the Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis in May 2015 as an Research Fellow I in the Governance and Administration Unit. Prior to joining BIDPA, Marumo served as an Assistant Lecturer and Research Assistant at the University of Pretoria from 2009 to 2012, and as a Consulting Assistant for Leadership Education - [Dr Molefe Phirinyane](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/dr-molefe-phirinyane/) - Molefe has extensive research and consultancy experience. He joined BIDPA in 1999 and has conducted a number of studies for various clients ranging from the Botswana Government to international development partners. He has also authored book chapters and was the lead researcher as well as being the lead researcher in a project whose findings were - [Dr Pinkie Kebakile](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/dr-pinkie-kebakile/) - Dr Pinkie Kebakile is a Research Fellow at BIDPA, working under the Trade, Industry and Private Sector Development Unit. She holds a PhD in Economics, specialising in international trade, from University of Cape Town, South Africa. Her PhD thesis is entitled “Dynamics of Firm-level Export Diversification in Botswana”. The thesis specifically focusses on trading firms - [Gao Maenge](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/gao-maenge/) - [Thabile Samboma](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/thabile-samboma/) - Ms Thabile Samboma is currently employed as an Research Fellow I by the Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis (BIDPA) under the Public Sector Reforms Unit. She holds a Masters degree in Public Administration (MPA) and a Bachelor of Arts degree, both from the University of Botswana. Thabile's research interests revolve around gender developmental issues - [Mr Moemedi Madisa](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/moemedi-madisa/) - Moemedi Madisa is Information Technology Manager at Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis, the position he has held since August 2019. Mr Madisa holds MSc in Information Technology Management from University of Sunderland (UK). He also holds a BSc Computer Science from University of Botswana. Previously, Mr Madisa worked for University of Botswana as Teaching - [Ms Winnie Tirelo](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/ms-winnie-tirelo/) - Ms Winnie Tepo Tirelo joined BIDPA as a Programme Coordinator. Her roles include heading the Programme Coordination Unit responsible for managing research and capacity building projects, stakeholder engagement, strengthening partnerships and monitoring the BIDPA 2019-2023 strategy. Through the strategy, the Institute aims to; increase the number of evidence-based policies for effective policy-making and management, improve - [Ms Bangwe Siwawa-Moepeng](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/bangwe-siwawa/) - Ms Bangwe Siwawa joined BIDPA as Finance Manager - [Winnie Koboyatshwene](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/winnie-koboyatshwene/) - _ - [Kgomotso Ratau](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/kgomotso-ratau/) - _ - [Dr Keneilwe Marata](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/dr-keneilwe-marata/) - [Dr. Masedi Mao Motswapong](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/masedi-mao-motswapong/) - Dr Masedi Mao Motswapong is a public policy analyst interested in international economics, trade, and labour market issues, with 15 years of successful and progressive experience contributing to national policy and economic development. He has contributed immensely to public policy with relevant research outputs. He is hardworking and highly responsible with work, has a high - [Goitseone Khanie](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/goitseone-khanie/) - Goitseone Khanie Research Fellow 1 Unit: Trade, Industry and Private Sector Development Ms. Goitseone Khanie is a Research Fellow in the Trade, Industry and Private Sector Development Unit at BIDPA. She holds a collaborative Master of Arts Degree in Economics (2014) from the University of Botswana and the African Economic Research Consortium (AERC); and a - [Neo Maruping](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/neo-maruping/) - _ - [Ikanyeng Gaodirelwe](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/ikanyeng-gaodirelwe/) - Ms. Ikanyeng Gaodirelwe joined the Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis (BIDPA) in September 2019 as an Research Fellow I (Environmental Science Specialist) in the Environment, Agriculture and Natural Resources unit. She holds a Master of Philosophy in Natural Resources Management from the Okavango Research Institute, University of Botswana, and a Bachelor of Arts in - [Charity Masole](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/charity-masole/) - Ms Charity Masole is an Research Fellow I – Agricultural Economist in the Environment, Agriculture and Natural Resources Unit. She holds a Master of Science Degree in Agricultural and Applied Economics from Egerton University, Kenya (2018) and she specialised in Agricultural Policy Analysis. Further, she holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agricultural Economics from - [Mr. Daniel Molaodi](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/mr-daniel-molaodi/) - CHAIRPERSON - [Keitumetse Nkacha](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/keitumetse-nkacha/) - _ - [Keoagile Phoi](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/keoagile-phoi/) - _ - [Isaac Modise](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/isaac-modise/) - [Tsabatho Tshukudu](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/tsabatho-tshukudu/) - .. - [Dr K. Masalila](https://bidpa.bw/staff-item/dr-k-masalila/) - Deputy Chairperson ## Events - [2nd Africa Regional Conference on Parliament and Legislation (AFRIPAL 2027)](https://bidpa.bw/event/2nd-africa-regional-conference-on-parliament-and-legislation-afripal-2027/) - AFRIPAL 2027 2nd Africa Regional Conference on Parliament and Legislation (AFRIPAL 2027) The 2nd Africa Regional Conference on Parliament and Legislation (AFRIPAL 2027) will be held in partnership with the Botswana Institute for Development Policy Analysis (BIDPA), bringing together parliamentarians, researchers, policymakers, legislative drafters, governance practitioners, and development partners from across Africa and beyond. Under - [BIDPA & EConsult host Development Policy Seminar](https://bidpa.bw/event/2026-development-policy-seminar/) - Join BIDPA and EConsult Botswana for a Development Policy Seminar on natural resources, fiscal policy, and Botswana’s path beyond the middle-income trap. - [BIDPA 30TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION](https://bidpa.bw/event/bidpa-30th-anniversary-commemoration/) ## Categories - [News](https://bidpa.bw/category/news/) ## Categories - [Annual Reports](https://bidpa.bw/download-category/annual-reports/) - [Journal Articles](https://bidpa.bw/download-category/journal-articles/) - [Working Papers](https://bidpa.bw/download-category/working-papers/) - [Policy Briefs](https://bidpa.bw/download-category/policy-briefs/) - [Press Releases](https://bidpa.bw/download-category/press-releases/) - [Tenders](https://bidpa.bw/download-category/tenders/) - [Evidence-Based Policy-Making Presentation](https://bidpa.bw/download-category/evidence-based-policy-making-presentation/) - [Books & Book Chapters](https://bidpa.bw/download-category/books-book-chapters/) - [Careers](https://bidpa.bw/download-category/careers/) ## Staff Categories - [Board of Trustees](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/board-of-trustees/) - [BIDPA Management](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/bidpa-management/) - [RESEARCH STAFF](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/research-staff/) - [Trade Industry and Private Sector Development](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/trade-industry-and-private-sector-development/) - [Governance and Administration](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/governance-and-administration/) - [Human and Social Development](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/human-and-social-development/) - [Chairperson](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/chairperson/) - [Macroeconomics Forecasting and Planning](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/macroeconomics-forecasting-and-planning/) - [Environment, Agriculture and Natural Resources](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/environment-agriculture-and-natural-resources/) - [SUPPORT STAFF](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/support-staff/) - [Human Resource and Administration](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/human-resource-and-administration/) - [Finance](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/finance/) - [Knowledge Management and Dissemination](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/knowledge-management-and-dissemination/) - [Information Technology](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/information-technology/) - [Programme Coordination](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/programme-coordination/) - [Executive Director](https://bidpa.bw/staff-category/executive-director/)