For many people, conversations about culture are social, while those about diplomacy sit in the weighted realm of politics. Even though both are social creations, culture is often perceived to be more amorphous and timeless. As such, when the collective gaze is turned to cultural diplomacy, you often have two courts: one that says it’s a passing phase, and one that acknowledges the boundless role of soft power.
As a country, Botswana’s legacy continues to exist as a tug of war between these two parties. However, the proliferation of her engagement and contribution to global phenomena challenges isolating the country to solely being a contributor. From Prince Harry and Rachel Meghan Markle’s engagement story in 2017, to IShowspeed’s recent visit, bear witness to the power of storytelling for a humble nation.
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