Fueling Growth, Powering Botswana

Morupule Coal Mine (MCM)

Botswana’s leading coal mine, providing energy security and sustainable coal production.

Mining Energy Sustainability

Location

Palapye, Botswana

Impact

National Energy Backbone

Capacity

28M tonnes/year

Morupule Coal Mine (MCM)

Morupule Coal Mine, located in Palapye, is Botswana’s leading coal producer and a critical supplier of coal to the domestic and regional market, particularly for power generation.

 

Highlights

  • Role: Supplies coal to Morupule Power Station, ensuring energy security for Botswana.
  • Production: Produces over 2.8 million tonnes of coal annually.
  • Sustainability: Implements environmentally responsible mining practices and invests in community development.
  • Strategic Importance: Supports Botswana’s economic development through enabling power generation in collaboration with Botswana Power Corporation
  • Job Creation: By creating over 900 jobs, the mine is directly contributing to the economic wellbeing and prosperity of the community.

Our Role

  • MDCB owns 100% Shareholding, ensuring alignment with national energy and economic goals.
  • Provides strategic direction to optimise operations and enhance sustainability.

Key Contacts

For more information visit https://mcm.co.bw