HATAB members are invited to two key dates in Maun this April: the 2026 Annual General Meeting on 22nd April, followed by the HATAB Annual Conference on 23rd April — the Association’s flagship event under the theme “Redefining Tourism Strategies to Reshape the Botswana Tourism Landscape.”
HATAB Annual Conference 2026
The Hospitality and Tourism Association of Botswana (HATAB) is pleased to announce that its flagship Annual Conference will be convened on 23rd April 2026 at Maun Lodge. Proceedings will be officially opened by the Minister of Environment and Tourism, Hon. Wynter Boipuso Mmolotsi.
Since its inception in 1985, the HATAB Annual Conference has served as the premier stakeholder engagement platform for Botswana’s tourism sector. This year’s event is expected to draw over 200 industry leaders, senior government officials, representatives from financial institutions, and local community stakeholders.
This year’s theme, “Redefining Tourism Strategies to Reshape the Botswana Tourism Landscape,” underscores the industry’s dedication to fostering long-term and sustainable growth. The conference serves as a catalyst for innovation, encouraging public-private dialogue to maintain Botswana as a world-class travel destination.
Delegates can look forward to a rich conference addressing the pillars of the industry:
- Keynote Addresses by high-level government officials and global industry experts.
- Strategic Panel Discussions focusing on air connectivity, land concessions, labour productivity, investment, and community participation.
- Tourism Development Strategy: deep dives into tourism statistics and sustainable practices to guide future policy.
- Exhibition & Networking: dedicated spaces for showcasing regional products and fostering business-to-business connections.
Registration
Members: P2200.00 | Stakeholders: P3500.00
For more information: (+267) 71 309 644 / 76 875 986
Open to: Aviation | Camps & Lodges | Conservation & Wildlife Management | Hotels | Mobile Operators | Tour Operators | Services
Notice of the 2026 Annual General Meeting
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all HATAB members that the 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Wednesday 22nd April 2026 at 0830 hours at Cresta Maun Hotel in Maun.
Agenda
- Read the notice convening the meeting and agree on the Agenda items.
- Approve the Minutes for the previous Annual General Meeting held on 23rd April, 2025.
- Discuss Action Items and any matters arising from those Minutes.
- Receive and consider the Chairperson’s Report.
- Receive and consider the HATAB Sectors’ Reports.
- Receive and consider the Audited Financial Statements of the Association for the year ended 31st December 2025.
- Appoint auditors for the ensuing year.
- Conduct elections for the Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Executive Committee, and any other Committee or Sub-Committee.
- Discuss Any other business.
By order of the Executive Committee — Ms. Lily Rakorong, Chief Executive Officer.
Registered Office: Plot 1131-37, Unit 402, Turnstar Building, Queens Road, Main Mall, Gaborone. Tel: (+267) 395 7144 | Email: hatab@hatab.bw | Website: www.hatab.bw
About HATAB
Formed in 1982, the Hospitality and Tourism Association of Botswana (HATAB) is a membership-based organization representing the interests of employers within the hospitality and tourism sector. As the voice of the industry in the private sector for over 43 years, HATAB represents diverse sub-sectors including Aviation, Camps & Lodges, Conservation & Wildlife Management, Hotels, Mobile Safari, Services, and Tour Operators. Tourism remains the second-largest contributor to Botswana’s GDP.
Media Contact
Ms. Lorato Keitireng, HATAB Public Affairs & Communications Department
Tel: +267 395 7144 | Email: Hatabpublicaffairs@hatab.bw
