Access Bank Botswana Appoints Boiki Tema as New Board Chairman. Access Bank Botswana Limited has announced the appointment of Boiki Matema Wabo Tema as the new Board Chairman, effective February 1, 2025. Tema, who has been part of the bank’s Board of Directors since 2018, steps into the leadership role after serving in various strategic board committees.
Tema’s appointment reflects his deep industry experience and proven leadership within the financial services sector. With a career spanning over 25 years, he has held key roles in banking, corporate governance, farming, and logistics. Most recently, he served as Coverage Director at Rand Merchant Bank Botswana, further solidifying his reputation as a seasoned financial expert.
His academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Botswana and a Master of Science in Strategic Management from the University of Derby, UK. His board experience extends beyond banking, with leadership roles in FNBB Insurance Agency, FNBB Pension Fund, and Botswana Post.
Tema’s leadership at Access Bank Botswana will focus on the bank’s core principles of People, Profit, and Planet. His strategic priorities include:
- Enhancing customer and employee well-being through progressive banking solutions.
- Driving sustainable profitability by strengthening financial performance.
- Promoting responsible banking to support environmental and social sustainability.
His appointment comes at a pivotal time as Access Bank Botswana, a subsidiary of Access Bank Plc Group, continues to expand its footprint in the Botswana financial sector. With Tema at the helm, the bank aims to strengthen its position in corporate and retail banking, while maintaining its commitment to ethical and sustainable banking practices.
