Botswana is beaming with pride as one of its brightest young entrepreneurs, Gogontle Basiami, Founder and CEO of Bloom Sanitary Pads, earns a coveted spot on the 2025 Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 list. Representing the manufacturing industry, Gogontle’s selection marks a significant milestone not only for his personal journey but also for Botswana’s growing impact on the African innovation landscape.
Gogontle is being celebrated for his bold leadership and groundbreaking work at Bloom Sanitary Pads—a company committed to ending period poverty by manufacturing high-quality, affordable sanitary products locally. In a sector often overlooked, his company stands as a beacon of dignity, access, and social change, offering sustainable solutions for women and girls across the continent.
His recognition by Forbes Africa is more than a personal accolade; it’s a powerful validation of the mission he has taken on. Through Bloom, he is challenging stigma, creating jobs, and ensuring that young girls never have to miss school or opportunities simply because they don’t have access to period care.
With a strong focus on local manufacturing, Gogontle’s vision goes beyond commerce. His approach is about building self-reliance, uplifting communities, and driving innovation in a way that speaks to the heart of Africa’s potential. By investing in home-grown solutions to everyday challenges, he’s helping to reshape what’s possible on the continent.
As one of the few from Botswana to make the prestigious list, Gogontle Basiami’s journey is inspiring a new generation of dreamers and doers. His story is a shining reminder that with purpose, determination, and innovation, African entrepreneurs can transform lives—and build a future where no one is left behind.
