The Civil Aviation Authority of Botswana (CAAB) has appointed Mr. Kopano Bolokwe, a seasoned capital markets executive, as the new Chairperson of its Board. This move indicates a strategic effort to enhance governance and drive growth within the aviation sector.
Bolokwe’s appointment took effect on 19 January 2026, and he will serve a three-year term at the helm of the aviation regulator’s board. With more than 15 years of senior-level experience in capital markets across Botswana, South Africa and the United States, Bolokwe brings deep expertise in operating within complex and highly regulated environments. He currently serves as Head of Product Development at the Botswana Stock Exchange (BSE) and previously held the position of Acting Chief Executive Officer at the Exchange.
CAAB says the appointment is a deliberate move aimed at enhancing institutional leadership at a time when Botswana is seeking to improve aviation safety, regional and international connectivity, and the sector’s overall contribution to economic development.
“Mr Bolokwe’s extensive background in institutional governance, regulatory reform and commercialization will be instrumental in advancing CAAB’s strategic objectives,” the Authority said in a statement.
Beyond his role at the BSE, Bolokwe has accumulated significant boardroom experience, having served on the boards of the Okavango Diamond Company and Southview Limited, a subsidiary of BOMAID. He is also the Secretary General of the Botswana Bond Market Association, and is widely regarded for his focus on innovation, sustainability and performance-driven leadership.
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