MCM and ABSA: Partnering for sustainable enterprise growth

Morupule Coal Mine (MCM), in partnership with Absa Botswana, proudly hosted the CEEP Enterprise Development Training at the Majestic Five Hotel. The session brought together MCM-registered suppliers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and our valued partner Absa, all united in strengthening business capability for sustainable growth.

In his opening remarks, Supply Chain Manager Mr. Tumelano Babusi welcomed participants and expressed gratitude to Absa for their continued support. He reaffirmed the purpose of the Citizen Economic Empowerment Programme (CEEP): empowering local enterprises with the skills, knowledge, and tools to compete and thrive within the MCM value chain and beyond.

The programme supports businesses to:

• Build strong reputations as credible, reliable suppliers

• Elevate operational and service standards

• Deliver high-quality products and solutions

• Strengthen long-term sustainability and competitiveness

Participants received practical training on critical areas such as:

• Contracts & Labour Relations

• Credit Management

• Human Resources

• Business Tax Requirements

• Cyber Security Essentials

• ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance)

A huge thank you to Absa and all attendees for making the session a success. Through initiatives like CEEP, MCM remains committed to driving economic empowerment and nurturing thriving local enterprises.