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41st Annual Edition • Botswana

HATAB Annual
Conference 2026

Hospitality & Tourism Association of Botswana
"Re-defining Tourism Strategies to Reshape the Botswana Tourism Landscape"

Maun Lodge, Maun, Botswana — Gateway to the Okavango Delta

Thursday, 23 April 2026

Official Opening by Hon. Wynter Mmolotsi — Minister of Environment and Tourism

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HATAB 2026 at a Glance
Botswana's Most
Influential Tourism Event

The HATAB Annual Conference is the premier engagement platform for Botswana's hospitality and tourism sector — bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, financiers, and development partners to deliberate on strategic priorities and the future of tourism.

250+
Expected Delegates
41st
Annual Edition
1
Full Conference Day
HATAB Annual Conference
About the Conference

Shaping Botswana's Tourism Future

The Hospitality & Tourism Association of Botswana (HATAB) is the country's premier hospitality sector body, representing and advancing Botswana's hospitality and tourism industry across policy, advocacy, and industry development platforms.

The Annual Conference remains Botswana's most influential tourism engagement platform, convening government ministers, CEOs, lodge owners, financiers, tour operators, and international development partners for strategic dialogue that shapes the national tourism agenda.

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What to Expect at HATAB 2026
What We Do

Keynote Addresses & Plenary Sessions

Hear from Botswana's Tourism Minister, industry CEOs, and international experts. Sessions tackle the most pressing issues facing the sector.

Industry Networking & Awards

The prestigious HATAB Networking Session & Awards Ceremony recognises excellence across the hospitality and tourism sector.

Panel Discussions & AGM

Engage in focused panel discussions on tourism strategy, investment, and sector resilience. The conference culminates in the HATAB Members AGM.

Confirmed speakers for HATAB Annual Conference 2026
Our Speakers
Keynote Speaker

Hon. Wynter Mmolotsi

Minister of Environment & Tourism
Ministry of Environment & Tourism

Hon. Wynter Boipuso Mmolotsi is the Minister of Environment and Tourism for the Republic of Botswana and the Member of Parliament for Francistown South. A seasoned legislator and educator, he…

Plenary Speaker

Hon. Baratiwa Mathoothe

Assistant Minister of Trade & Entreprenuership
Ministry of Trade & Entreprenuership

Hon. Baratiwa Mathoothe is the Assistant Minister of Trade and Entrepreneurship and the Member of Parliament for Serowe North in Botswana. Appointed to the cabinet in November 2024, he plays…

Plenary Speaker

Hon. Edwin Dikoloti

Minister of Lands & Agriculture
Ministry of Lands & Agriculture

Hon. Dr. Edwin Gorataone Dikoloti is the Acting Minister of Lands and Agriculture for the Republic of Botswana and the Member of Parliament for Goodhope-Mmathethe. A veterinarian by training and…

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Thursday, 23 April 2026 — Maun Lodge, Maun, Botswana
Programme Highlights
07:30

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Delegate registration, collection of conference packs, and welcome refreshments.

Break
08:30

Official Opening Ceremony

Official opening of the HATAB Annual Conference 2026.

Opening Ceremony
09:00

Keynote Address

Re-defining Tourism Strategies to Reshape the Botswana Tourism Landscape.

Keynote
09:30

Plenary Session 1

Plenary
10:30

Tea Break & Networking

Break
11:00

Panel Discussion

Panel Discussion
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Secure Your Place at HATAB 2026

Join 250+ tourism leaders, policymakers, and industry players in Maun on 23 April 2026

HATAB Member
BWP2,200
Save BWP 1,300
Non-Member / Stakeholder
BWP3,500
 

Includes: Full-day access • Conference pack • Lunch • Refreshments • Networking & Awards

Registration for HATAB 2026 is now closed. Thank you for your interest.

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