AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBotswana Arts & Culture: Maitisong Theatre’s Maitisong Festival 2026 is set for 21–23 August, bringing nearly four decades of community theatre back to the spotlight with a packed “In Concert with the Community” programme. Music & Heritage: Botswana mourns Afro-jazz guitarist and songwriter Kabo Leburu, who died on 9 July, leaving behind classics like Mmapaseka and Sejaro and a legacy of nurturing African creativity. Local Entertainment: Zee Nxumalo lit up the Red Bull Dance Your Style Botswana national final with a cowboy-inspired set that turned Molapo Crossing into a singalong. Sports with a social edge: Tumisang Orebonye launched the Tumisang Orebonye Foundation and kicked off his charity tournament in Lecheng, using football to support disadvantaged families. Media & Streaming: eMedia expands in Botswana with Openview Stream, an ad-supported FAST platform launching across seven countries, including Botswana. Creative Sector Support: UNESCO backs Nhimbe Trust’s “Fearless Frontiers” to strengthen digital media skills, AI ethics, and artistic freedom across Southern Africa. Tourism & Jobs: A continent-wide tourism resurgence is driving growth and employment, with culture and festivals increasingly pulling visitors. Policy & Trust: Namibia’s VP Lucia Witbooi warns that misinformation and weak public communication could derail NDP6 delivery.
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