Coordinator of the Botswana Diamond Hub, Dr A. Tombale, has been awarded the Presidential Order of Meritorious Service, according to a Government Notice published last month.



Dr Tombale was appointed Diamond Hub Coordinator in April 2008, following the inauguration of President Ian Khama.



Prior to his appointment, Dr Tombale held the position of Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Minerals, Energy and Water Resources and served as the Debswana Diamond Company Board Chairman.