Design Genro

Design Genro Design Genro is a publication full of design insights and inspiration covering an array of subjects in the field of art,architecture,fashion and beyond.

A very comprehensive magazine of everything that comes under the umbrella of Design & Creativity.

08/08/2025

IF AN INTERNAL INVESTIGATION IS SO DAMNING, WHAT ELSE IS THERE?
Just for context, the Report of the Task Team on the Review of the Development Manager Model (DMM) was sanctioned by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure (MTI). So, it is pretty much an internal review on the ministry by the ministry. After its completion, it took the MTI a good three and a half months to release it.
That as it may be, it amongst others finds that:
• “Initially presented as a solution to address longstanding challenges in the construction sector such as project delays, cost overruns and inefficiencies in public works implementation, the DMM has BEEN FOUND TO EXACERBATE these very problems.
• Project costs skyrocketed from an initial BWP13 000 000 000.00 to well over BWP56 000 000 000.00, a mind-blowing 430% increase. This it has to be said, is PUBLIC FUNDS, given to just nine companies to spend as they so wish.
• Foreign-owned firms dominated, sidelining locals particularly on the consultancy stage: Project Managers, Architects, Engineers and Quantity Surveyors.
• Widespread legal breaches and procurement violations
• Many projects idle despite massive payouts
• All guard rails regarding spending of public funds were removed and replaced by an “oversight team – Catalyst Project Team” which operated with no legal mandate.

22/11/2024

MINISTRY OF TRANSPORT AND INFRASTRUCTURE
Asked on the Development Manager Model and its efficacy as a public procurement strategy for Botswana; Minister should state:
i. The top ten (10) projects (in terms of value) that are using the DMM model and in each case state the project name, project managers, sontractors, amounts paid to project managers and amounts paid to contractors.

ii. The process of appointing DMs and contractors and state whether such process followed proper and established due delligence protocols.

iii. If he will be amenable to a suggestion to review all projects awarded through DMM.

21/11/2024

"DEVELOPMENT MANAGER MODEL (DMM)
The application of this model may have resulted in inflated projects construction costs. This model will be reviewed to ensure fiscal sustainability."
Advocate Duma Gideon Boko
President of The Republic of Botswana

11/11/2024

BOTSWANA CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY: Development Manager Model Reverses Gains in Building Local Capacity.

Mogomotsi Mohinda writes:

The challenges in Botswana’s construction industry over recent years are indeed troubling. The introduction of Development Managers has unfortunately led to more reliance on foreign expertise, which reduces job opportunities for local professionals and hampers industry growth within Botswana. This shift affects not only local contractors but also youth and small firms that previously benefited from accessible projects aimed at capacity building. Without these stepping-stone opportunities, there is a stark gap in professional development for emerging talent, evident in the rising number of graduates struggling to find employment.

The loss of platforms like the Construction Pitso and Youth Pitso only compounds the problem, as these gatherings were invaluable for discussion, collaboration, and developing solutions tailored to the industry’s unique challenges. These events provided a sense of community, networking, and advocacy that kept the industry connected and forward-thinking.

Revitalizing these spaces and reconsidering policies to support smaller contractors and youth could help restore balance, ensure more local job creation, and bridge the gap in the industry.

About the author:
Mogomotsi Mohinda is a Registered Architect in private practice and a founding Director at Architectonics

CONGRATULATIONS H.E Advocate Duma Gideon Boko.
02/11/2024

CONGRATULATIONS H.E Advocate Duma Gideon Boko.

PUBLIC PROCUREMENT REGULATORY AUTHORITYWhy does it seem that public procuring entities are at liberty to act outside Pub...
19/09/2024

PUBLIC PROCUREMENT REGULATORY AUTHORITY
Why does it seem that public procuring entities are at liberty to act outside Public Procurement Act and Regulations particularly on the issues of conflict of interest? Public Procurement Regulatory Authority

Address

Gaborone

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Design Genro posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Design Genro:

Shortcuts

Share

Category

ARTIST`S NETWORK

Design Genro is a publication full of design insights and inspiration covering an array of subjects in the field of art,architecture,fashion and beyond.

Design Genro is a very artistic and well-curated magazine for creatives. the magazine is available in both printed as well as online and contains everything from website,books and product reviews to design critique,interviews and mind-blowing inspirations.

A bi-monthly comprehensive magazine of everything that comes under the umbrella of design and creativity.we provide our viewership and advertisers with an upscale, high-quality and memorable publication. Our goal is to present interesting, current and relevant content in a visually pleasing presentation. We are committed to marketing our advertisers’ brands with innovation and creativity