Botswana Geoscience Institute
About Company
Our History
Botswana Geoscience Institute (BGI) was established through Botswana Geoscience Institute Act No. 29 of 2014, following the closure of the Department of Geological Survey to improve efficiencies in carrying geoscience research, in line with the best practices expected of a geological survey organization (GSO). The decision was also based on the Government of Botswana’s aspiration to achieve its primary imperative of successfully implementing programmes and projects within time and costs that transform the lives of Botswana’s citizens for the better.
The establishment of Botswana Geoscience Institute therefore can be defined as the renaissance of geological survey practice in Botswana, which began in 1943, during the Bechuanaland Protectorate era primarily as the search for groundwater.
Our Brand Promise
Excellence in Geoscience
Our Vision
To be a Renowned Geoscience Centre
Our Mission
We Create Economic Value through Advancing, Promoting and Disseminating Geoscientific knowledge for the benefit of Botswana and our Global Partners.
Our Values
Our core values represent the attitudes, behaviours, and characters that will create an enabling environment, guide the Institute and shape the high-performance culture for the successful implementation of its Mandate and Corporate Strategy.
- We are reliable custodians of Geoscience information
- We promote market-oriented and innovative products and services
- We espouse professionalism.
- We create a conducive environment that promotes absolute integrity
