Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology and Energy Security (MMGE)

Areas of Responsibility

The Ministry of Mineral Resources, Green Technology and Energy Security (MMGE) will be a global leader in the provision of services in the mineral and energy sectors for national prosperity

Departments/Sections of the Ministry

Department of Corporate Services
Department of Mines
Department of Energy
Mineral Affairs Division
Diamond Hub
Projects & Energy Development Unit

Departments/Sections and Key Functions

Corporate Services

To support the delivery of the Ministry’s core mandate
To instill an organizational culture of excellence
To provide quality support services by efficiently and effectively managing its resources and adhering to best management practices.

Department of Mines

Is to ensure that mineral resources are prospected, developed and exploited in a sustainable manner.
To enhance socio-economic, financial and other benefits to Botswana arising from the exploitation of mineral resources.
monitors compliance with all the relevant legislation pertaining to prospecting and mining activities.

Department of Energy

Is the lead policy-making authority of Government on all matters of energy supply and demand management.
To formulate and coordinate national energy policy and programmes.
To facilitate the availability of effective, reliable and affordable energy services to customers in an environmentally sustainable manner.

Mineral Affairs Division;

Is the lead policy-making authority of Government on all matters of mining and mineral sector development.
It is responsible for the formulation, implementation and monitoring of policies for the mining and minerals sector, and sub-sectors.
The division gathers market intelligence and promotes investment on minerals.

Diamond Hub;

Coordinate the development of diamond beneficiation industries.
Administer the implementation of Kimberly Process requirements.
Provide business development services and regulate diamond beneficiation operations.

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