AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoCreative Economy: Botswana’s National Arts Council is targeting 40,000 creative-sector jobs by 2051, but says artists need more than applause: financing, intellectual-property protection and access to paying markets. Fashion: Three designers from Fashion Without Borders Botswana have secured internships with Mr Price in Durban, turning runway exposure into industry experience. Creative Voices: In Gaborone, acclaimed image-maker IB Kamara urged African creatives to stay rooted in their identities and make room for others in global industries. Cultural Heritage: Botswana’s Tamil Cultural Association marked 35 years with a Gaborone festival of music and dance, while supporting free Tamil-language classes and community initiatives. Visual Art: Kelebogile Marope became the first Botswana artist to win South Africa’s FNB Art Prize, recognised for work exploring memory and overlooked histories. Youth Sports: The Botswana Football Association plans to open its long-delayed academy in January 2027, with FIFA support and trials for young players.
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