Mr and Mrs Lekuis: Letshego Financial Services Botswana

Mr and Mrs Lekuis - The family approached Letshego for financial assistance and obtained a total of P448 000.00 (Mr Lekuis P309 000 and Mrs Lekuis P139 000) to build a small shopping complex in Gabane. To date, the complex has 4 business tenants: hair parlour, cash and carry, internet café, and a restaurant. Their rental income is P14 000 per month. Through the rental, they have been able to acquire land and build their own house and send their children to better schools. The rental also helps them sustain their family and reduce dependence on a salary.

Among other things, the complex plays a major role in community development through employment creation and service delivery. There is also potential for scaling up or acquire more businesses. Due to the location’s close proximity to Gaborone, they have received increased requests for rental space in their complex which is a sign of potential business growth.