A group of local artistes will be performing at a Mafikeng club, Graceland, in a show that has been dubbed "Sounds and rhythms of Botswana".
The artistes who will perform in South Africa include the Norwegian based Banjo Mosele, Bra Malombo Mmereki, Stampore and Matsetse traditional troupe. Matsetse is a traditional group, which Mosele is mentoring. Mosele has realised the traditional group's potential and has been encouraging them to perform live. The South African tour has been organised by Mosele. Mosele said the idea behind the tour is to showcase the skills of local musicians and to market their music. "The intention really is not commercial but to introduce Botswana music to South Africa. If we impress the promoters it will benefit local music. Our intention is to export local music," said Mosele, adding that they will be showcasing Botswana music and not only the traditional genre. This is why they are having artistes who are playing diverse styles like folklore, traditional music and Afro pop. To him, the good thing is that most of the artistes who will be on the tour, have recorded their own albums. He said they could also use this opportunity to market their music in South Africa. South Africa, he observed, has a huge market because of the country's large population of 47 million people.
