Arts and cultural development is oftentimes used as a space-filler when talking about national development. However, in the month of May, Botswana joined the bill of countries with a national arts council.
This step serves as a beacon of hope for a long embattled sector in the country’s history. While the progress is to be celebrated, questions continue to loom regarding whether the body will be as effective as it is aspirational.
Launched in an elaborate event hosted at the National Museum in the heart of the capital city, the premises, which is still under renovation, rose to meet the glamour standard of the guests. This Is Premium Content. Subscribe or Login To Unlock The Content!This content is locked