Mma Ramotswe runs a small detective agency at the base of Kgale Hill in Africa, with minimal resources that include a small van, two desks, and an old typewriter. The agency's most cherished asset, however, is a teapot, symbolizing her personal touch in her work as the only female private detective in Botswana. With just a few mugs for herself and her clients, the essentials seem simple yet effective in aiding her detective work.

What truly sets Mma Ramotswe apart are her exceptional intuition and intelligence, qualities that go beyond material possessions. Her success as a detective is not merely found in her equipment but in her understanding of people and situations, showcasing how the essence of detective work relies on the human element. In this way, she embodies the heart of her agency, proving that sometimes less is more.