This morning, Botswana Power Corporation commemorated Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Kanye by bringing together employees from Lobatse, Kanye, and Goodhope to share information and raise awareness about breast cancer.

Guest Speaker Mr. Thebe Lesole, Principal Health Officer from Kanye DHMT – Health Promotion Division, encouraged employees to regularly check and know their breasts to identify any abnormalities or changes such as nipple inversion, unusual discharge, or lumps, and to visit health facilities promptly for assessment.

Mr. Lesole also reflected on this year’s theme, “Every Story is Unique, Every Story Matters,” reminding participants that behind every cancer statistic is a real person — each with their own emotions, struggles, victories, and hopes. No two cancer journeys are the same, yet each story holds the power to inspire, educate, and bring comfort to others.

Ms Malebogo Paulos, a senior nurse from Kanye Adventist Clinic demonstrated the steps for monthly breast self-examination, emphasizing that early detection plays a crucial role in successful treatment and that cancer can be eliminated if detected early.

The initiative was proudly supported by Kanye DHMT as part of ongoing efforts to promote health awareness and encourage preventive care among BPC employees.

The Environmental Team under the SHER Department embarked on a tree planting initiative in collaboration with the Strategy and Human Resources (HR) teams. The Strategy Team generously donated ten (10) trees, while the HR Team contributed eight (8) trees, demonstrating their commitment to environmental sustainability.

A total of eighteen (18) trees were planted, comprising a mixture of fruit trees such as lemon, guava, and mango and shade trees, including modutu, motsentsela, and leopard tree. This collaborative effort underscores Botswana Power Corporation’s dedication to achieving its environmental objectives and promoting a greener, more sustainable BPC works to acheieving. As a corporation, we recognize that the power we produce should not only drive economic growth but also nurture and protect the environment that sustains us. By planting these trees, we are actively contributing to carbon sequestration, biodiversity conservation, and improving air quality within our communities.

Let us take pride in knowing that every tree we plant today represents a small but powerful step toward a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable Botswana.