Teen queens turn dreams into a village project
Nnasaretha Kgamanyane | Monday April 27, 2026 06:00
The event is more than a fundraiser. It is a doorway to dreams. The funds raised will help the two titleholders step onto an international stage in Colombia, carrying not only their titles, but the pride, hope, and spirit of Botswana.
The cause was chosen with intention.
“We chose this cause because every young girl deserves the chance to see her dreams come alive,” Moapare said. “Representing Botswana internationally is not just about competing. It is about showing the world who we are, where we come from, and what we stand for. It is about proving that even the smallest voices can echo across borders.”
The idea was born from both hope and challenge. The team realized that dreams come with obstacles, especially financial ones. Instead of pausing, they chose courage. Together with parents, sponsors, and community members, the queens decided to create an opportunity because dreams should be pursued, not postponed.
On the day, Ba Isago University will be filled with passion, purpose, and inspiration. Attendees can expect a talent showcase, a mini fashion show featuring upcoming designers, motivational talks, and raffle prizes. The true highlight will be witnessing young people stepping into their confidence, using their gifts, and supporting one another for a meaningful cause.
Moapare and Tshekiso are not just faces of the event. They are involved in every aspect: planning, promoting, performing. The journey is teaching them that leadership is not just about wearing a crown. It is about putting in the work, standing together, and creating something bigger than themselves.
“To me, the crown is not just something you wear, it is something you carry in your heart,” Moapare explained. “It represents responsibility, compassion, and the power to inspire. It reminds me that true beauty is found in service, and that my voice can be used to uplift others.”
The fundraising target is simple: make whatever they can achieve because every contribution brings them closer to Colombia. The money will support registration, flights, accommodation, and preparation, ensuring that when they step onto that international stage, they do so with confidence, dignity, and pride.
The process has already reshaped them. Balancing school, preparation, and responsibilities has not been easy, but it has taught discipline and determination. One of the biggest challenges has been securing resources. Yet the obstacle became a lesson. “It showed us that even when the path is uncertain, belief keeps us moving forward,” Moapare said. “We learned that challenges do not stop dreams. They strengthen them.”
The event also challenges stereotypes. This is not pageantry about appearance. It is about leadership, purpose, and impact. The team is raising young women who are not only confident but also compassionate and driven to make a difference. The experience teaches resilience, teamwork, and responsibility. Impact is not measured by titles, but by the lives touched and the opportunities created for others.
None of it happens alone. Parents give strength, sponsors open doors, and the community gives belief. Their support reminds the girls that when people come together, dreams become possible.
Moapare has a message for every young girl watching: “Your dreams are powerful. Do not let fear, doubt, or circumstances silence you. Your voice matters, your journey matters, and you have the ability to create change not only in your life, but in the lives of others. And mostly trust in God as He said in Jeremiah 29:11, ‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’”
After the fundraiser, the queens will keep preparing for Colombia and expanding community initiatives like Grace in Giving. This is not just the end of an event. It is the beginning of a journey of impact, growth, and inspiring the next generation.