Overseas Development Enterprises is a diversified investment holding company, structured under 3 distinct verticals.
As long term investors in real estate, we also hold a significant and diverse portfolio of prime property assets across the country.
PROPERTY PORTFOLIOODE has been actively involved in commercial and residential property developments spanning four decades. In 2017, we completed the iconic iTowers Precinct, the country’s first mixed use, sectional title property scheme. Being the tallest buildings in Botswana, the iTowers are the most prominent feature of the Gaborone skyline.
DEVELOPMENT VALUE BWP (MN)We attribute our long legacy of success to our
Corporate Value System.
These time-honoured values guide our business and personal relationships.
They compel us to adhere to the fundamental tenets of honesty, integrity and
fair business dealings.
While this may seem counterintuitive in the world of business, it is the
cornerstone of our success and has enabled us to build a formidable company.
We strive to:
Keep things simple
Be straightforward and reliable
Deliver on our promises
Demonstrate professionalism
Pay our suppliers and service providers on time
Manhar is the founder of ODE. He has been an entrepreneur since age 17 and has wide ranging experience in manufacturing, trading, finance and property development. He is well known for his philanthropy and has been awarded the highest honours from The Lions Club and Rotary International. He was also awarded the Presidential Order for Meritorious Service by the President of Botswana in. His biggest strength is his ability to trust people; a quality that allows others the room to grow into their own strengths and become leaders themselves.
Gaurang has 30 years of experience in FMCG and Property Development. He is an avid reader and has a keen interest in financial markets.
Ambalal joined ODE in 1980. He has 41 years of experience in the FMCG sector and heads up procurement for the groups Trading segment. Ambalal is a well-known personality in the FMCG universe.
Hiten is a chartered accountant and has 22 years of experience in the FMCG sector. He is a risk-taker and an instinctive businessman who thrives on entrepreneurship. Hiten is a fierce negotiator and a soft-hearted leader. He lives by the philosophy of ‘forgive and forget’.
Justin joined ODE in 2005. In his capacity as head of Business Development he is responsible for identifying new opportunities for the group and driving our strategic expansion. He is also the CEO of our Hospitality business. Justin is a straightforward leader. He is organised, pragmatic and forward-thinking. His approach to business is cautious and strategic.
Madhu joined ODE in 2008. He is a Chartered Accountant and is responsible for all treasury and accounting functions of the organisation.
Madhu is adept at handling several different portfolios simultaneously, with the same amount of diligence and care. Madhu is a mild natured personality and never loses his composure.