As a result, not even the weather could deter the young men and women from streaming to the Gaborone International Convention Centre (GICC) for a chance to participate in the popular M-Net reality show. The fact that ultimately it will only be one person who will be chosen to take part in the show did not dampen spirits as everyone who completed the entry forms for a chance to be auditioned was confident that they would be picked. Showbiz caught up with some of the hopefuls. Mike Matlhaga, 27, a final year University of Botswana (UB) student, said he was trying his luck because he believes he has the character to be very competitive in the house. He said his friends encouraged him to go for the auditions because he stood a chance to win. He stated that he is a good entertainer and gifted orator. Matlhaga said entering Big Brother Africa: The Revolution, for him, is not solely about the money, explaining that the platform offers a lot of opportunities. In addition, he would use this platform to explore his potential to the fullest extent. Matlhaga hopes to become a comedian and feels being in the reality show will open doors for him. Asked to what lengths he would go in order to achieve his ambitions, he said he would do almost anything "except stripping naked and fighting".
Another hopeful, 22-year-old Ludo Omphile, was probably more candid. She said the biggest motivation for her to enter is the prize money, but added that entering the show will also give her a chance to interact with people from other African countries.
"The show will give me a chance to learn about different cultures, and also share my culture with other housemates," she said.
