Mpho Moremong MRICS, 35 is managing director of Pam Golding International in Botswana
What does your job involve?
I am managing director of Pam Golding International Botswana, a member of Savills, and I manage and co-own the operations in Botswana.
I deal with clients in terms of valuations and sales and lettings of commercial and residential properties, as well as being responsible
for the day-to-day running of the office, including recruitment and public relations. I also spend time counselling and supervising
potential RICS members.
What is your view of RICS?
While RICS has traditionally been seen in Africa as meeting the needs of European members, this opinion has changed in recent times.
The RICS qualification is by far the best one I can get -anywhere I go in the world it is recognised.
What are your feelings on your election as RICS Governing Council’s Africa representative?
The main feeling is one of excitement. I look forward to making a difference on the Council by promoting the profession in Africa and
intend to make my mark over the next four years. It is a huge challenge and an honour, and as a woman I particularly feel this. Surveying
has traditionally been seen as a male-dominated profession but the success that you see in the election of female candidates for various
roles shows that this is no longer the case.
All sorts of people are now elected: male and female; black and white; young and old. However, we are all united behind one cause, namely
promoting the significant benefits that RICS membership has to offer in a global marketplace.
How do you plan to promote surveying in Africa?
I will look to raise the profile of RICS Africa by building a rapport with the media and through advertising. I will also be meeting the
key ministers of individual countries to outline the benefits and services RICS has to offer and to influence government policies.
I intend to improve communication within RICS national associations in Africa and increase membership by starting at a grass-roots level.