Bogolo Kenewendo Visit HK marked a significant moment for Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd. (HK) as the company welcomed H.E. Bogolo Joy Kenewendo, Hon’ble Minister of Minerals and Energy of the Republic of Botswana. She was accompanied by H.E. Gilbert Shimane Mangole, High Commissioner of Botswana to New Delhi, and Mr. Venkat Thotakura, Special Envoy on Trade and Investments for Botswana, during their visit to HK’s state-of-the-art diamond manufacturing facilities in Surat.

H.E. Bogolo Joy Kenewendo is a globally respected economic leader and policymaker. She has played a defining role in shaping Botswana’s approach to trade, investment, and responsible resource management. Therefore, her visit highlighted the growing importance of thoughtful leadership in strengthening the future of the global diamond industry. It also brought together policy vision, artisanal excellence, and a shared commitment to responsible value creation under one roof.

Upon her warm arrival at Hari Krishna Exports, she expressed her appreciation, saying:

“It has been a true pleasure to receive such a wonderful welcome here. I felt like a celebrity in a stadium. The brilliance of your diamonds reflects the hard work, values, and dedication embedded in this establishment. You are also an integral part of Botswana’s enduring joy and progress. From Botswana, we recognise the goodness, commitment, and continued prosperity that this partnership represents. We cherish how Botswana is connected between our two countries through the strong relationship we share with this company. Thank you for hosting us so graciously. We deeply value every diamond you touch. Let’s go forward together (Hula).”

 

Widely recognised for her contribution to economic reform and sustainable development, H.E. Bogolo Joy Kenewendo has advanced policies that encourage value addition, skills development, and long-term national prosperity. Moreover, her engagement with Hari Krishna Exports was especially meaningful, as it connected leadership from one of the world’s most trusted diamond-producing nations with one of India’s leading diamond manufacturing organisations.

A Meeting of Policy, Craftsmanship, and Responsibility

During the Bogolo Kenewendo Visit HK, the delegation witnessed the complete diamond manufacturing journey. They observed precision craftsmanship on the factory floor as well as systems that uphold ethical sourcing, traceability, and workforce welfare.

As a leader overseeing one of Botswana’s most strategic sectors, her focus on responsible governance and sustainable value creation resonated strongly. In addition, her observations reflected a deep understanding that the strength of the diamond industry lies not only in natural resources, but also in how those resources are transformed through skill, discipline, and care.

This perspective closely aligned with Hari Krishna Exports’ own journey, built over decades on integrity, consistency, and respect for the craft.

Leadership Rooted in Human Capital

H.E. Bogolo Joy Kenewendo is widely known for championing inclusive growth, youth empowerment, and skills development. These principles remained central to discussions during her visit. Furthermore, conversations explored how structured training, knowledge-sharing, and preservation of artisanal expertise can create lasting impact across communities connected to the diamond value chain.

Our visionary founder, Savjibhai Dholakia, shared Hari Krishna Exports’ belief, saying:

“When I began my journey over 50 years ago, it was my dream to connect with the Botswana team. Today, that dream has been fulfilled as we welcome them to our own establishment. It also feels gracious to host the world’s youngest inspiring leader, H.E. Bogolo Joy Kenewendo. Our vision now is to establish similar integrated diamond manufacturing and skill-development ecosystems in Botswana. May Botswana continue to progress under her leadership for the next 50 years.”

 

 

Bogolo Kenewendo Visit HK: A Shared Vision for the Future

The visit concluded with a shared sense of purpose and continuity. Therefore, the Bogolo Kenewendo Visit HK reinforced the belief that when policy leadership and industry practice move in harmony, the diamond industry can continue to stand as a symbol of ethical value, human skill, and enduring partnership.

Hari Krishna Exports remains committed to engaging with global leaders such as H.E. Bogolo Joy Kenewendo. Her vision and stewardship continue to influence the future of responsible mining, value creation, and sustainable growth worldwide.

Finally, Hari Krishna Exports extends sincere gratitude to the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) and the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) for facilitating the visit of such distinguished leaders to the Surat facility.