Botswana stall big hit at London exhibition
Friday, August 03, 2012
While the main focus in London for most countries is the performance of their athletes at the games, BITC and Department of Arts and Culture, saw it fit to join other African states and set up a stall at the Africa Village in South Kengsington Park to showcase some of the items that define the country. The idea is to show the world what one can expect to see in Botswana.
Through the Brand Botswana initiative, BITC and other government departments are using such global events to lure potential investors as the country continues to push for economic diversification.
This call is both timely and crucial, as it reflects a growing need for unity and collaboration amongst media bodies to address pressing issues facing the nation.The theme of this year’s Press Freedom Day, “A Press for the Planet: Journalism in the Face of the Environmental Crisis,” resonates deeply with Batswana, particularly in light of the ongoing human and wildlife conflict. Botswana’s rich wildlife population is not only a national...