Shaping Botswana's Future Through Growth and Excellence
A diversified Botswana-based group driving innovation in FMCG, hospitality, real estate, and insurance.
FMCG and Liquor Trade
Insurance and Risk Solutions
Real Estate and Property Development
Hospitality and Lodging
ODE is proud to be a driving force behind Botswana’s economic and community growth. Our legacy is built on trust, innovation, and a commitment to excellence across every sector we serve.
A Legacy of Growth and Expansion Since 1970
Our Journey of Growth and Innovation
1970
Trans African Wholesalers
1980
ODE formed as holding company of Trans and Allied Investments.
1983
Kgalagadi Soap Industries plant commissioned.
1990
Trans Flooring and Trans Hardware.
1991
Pula Square Shopping Centre completed.
Floor Master acquired.
1992
Grand Hotel acquired.
1993
Trans Lobatse acquired.
CA Sales and Distribution commences operation.
1995
Trans shopping mall completed. The Bus Stop shopping centre completed.
1998
Trans Oasis acquired.
1999
Trans Tsabong.
2000
Trans Evergreen acquired.
2001
Jumbo FT acquired.
2002
Trans Francistown
2004
Jumbo Gabs Trans Hukuntsi Aquired
2006
Louieville X7 gated community developments launched in Gabarone.
2007
Mokoro Lodge Maun Liquor Stop
2012
Travelodge Gaborone launched.
2014
iTowers North
2016
Grand Centre Francistown redeveloped. Jumbo Express
2017
iTowers South & Hub Room50Two Travelodge Kasana Kalahari Arms Hotel aquired.
