The people, purpose, and vision behind The Capital Media
Learn more about the platform, the founder, and the long-term ambition to grow The Capital Media into a leading African voice on economics, markets, and policy.
About The Capital Media
Botswana's Hub for Economic Intelligence
The Capital Media is a Botswana-based media and knowledge platform dedicated to economic analysis, business dialogue, financial markets coverage, and entrepreneurship development. Through multi-channel content delivery across broadcast, public forums, publications, and digital platforms, we expand public access to economic information and informed dialogue with decision makers.
Our mission is to promote market access, support entrepreneurship, and facilitate meaningful business-policy conversations. We connect stakeholders across public and private sectors, fostering economic participation throughout Botswana and Africa.
Gaborone, BotswanaEst. 2020
Founder Profile
Chilo Ketlhoafetse
Chartered Certified Accountant · Finance Manager · Media Founder
Chilo Ketlhoafetse is a seasoned Chartered Certified Accountant with extensive experience in financial strategy, risk management, and economic analysis. As Finance Manager within the financial services industry, he provides strategic financial leadership ensuring sustainable growth and regulatory compliance.
With a Master of Science in Finance & Management from the University of Kent (UK), Chilo brings deep expertise in financial planning, risk assessment, and treasury management. He actively engages in discussions on economic policy, public finance, and energy transition, regularly contributing to Mmegi Online and The Business Weekly & Review.
As an editorial contributor to the Botswana Stock Exchange news magazine, Chilo leverages his knowledge in sustainable finance and financial markets to shape Botswana's financial services and regulation landscape.
ACCA MemberBICA MemberMSc Finance, Univ. of Kent (UK)
Recognition & Speaking
A voice in the rooms where it matters
Beyond the platform, Chilo is an active participant in Botswana's economic dialogue, speaking, moderating, and representing the next generation of business leaders at forums that shape policy and public understanding.
Speaking
Bringing the conversation to life
Chilo has facilitated and moderated business dialogues across Botswana, creating spaces where decision-makers engage with economic ideas that matter. His presence on stage is direct, informed, and designed to move the room.
Public Forums
Shaping the national conversation on youth and Finance
From the National Youth Budget Review to multi-stakeholder panels, The Capital Media has been at the table where policy and business intersect, representing a generation that demands clarity and accountability.
Recognition
Forbes Under 30 Botswana Delegate
Named a Forbes Under 30 Botswana Delegate, Chilo joins a cohort of Africa's most promising young leaders, a recognition that reflects the credibility and reach The Capital Media has built since 2020.
Future Vision
Where we're heading
Becoming the leading African platform for economic and business dialogue, positioning The Capital Media as the trusted voice on economic issues affecting Botswana and the broader African continent.