On Monday 20th January 2025*, the Human Resources Professionals Society of Botswana (HRPSB) paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Labour and Home Affairs, Honourable Major General Pius Mokgware . The Minister was accompanied by the Acting Commissioner of Labour, Ms Veronica Moloko.
The HRPSB delegation, led by Vice Chairman Tshenolo Ratshosa, included Bobo Keikotlhaile (Treasurer), Goitse Klinck (Secretary General), Tumelo Mokowe (Deputy Secretary General), Wedu Zaba Mathanjane (Additional Member),and Celia Chikaonda Secretariat Administrator
During the meeting, HRPSB introduced its vision and mission, emphasizing its objective to empower HR professionals and advocate for the establishment of a regulatory body for the human resources profession in Botswana.
In his remarks, Honourable Mokgware highlighted the critical role HR plays in organizational success, stating, "The behaviour of an organization is a reflection of its human resources." He commended HRPSB for its initiatives and urged the Society to engage employers actively, creating awareness about its existence and significance.
The Acting Commissioner of Labour, Ms Moloko, shared her concerns regarding the increasing number of labour-related cases reported to her office and registered with the Courts of Law. She attributed the surge to poor labour practices, a lack of knowledge, and in some cases, disregard for labour laws.
Ms Moloko emphasized the importance of regular collaboration with HRPSB to address these challenges, noting that such partnerships would strengthen their shared mandate of fostering better labour relations and compliance across industries.
This productive meeting underscores the need for greater collaboration between HR professionals, employers, and the government to enhance Botswana’s labour landscape. HRPSB remains committed to capacitating HR professionals and advocating for the establishment of regulatory frameworks to ensure ethical and effective HR practices in the country.