Gifted craft woman needs a roof over her products

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FRANCISTOWN: It is unfortunate that Botswana cannot turn back the hands of time to the days when our ancestors possessed precious knowledge of our culture and exhibited the beauty of it in arts and craft.

As for us the youngsters, we take pride in what our predecessors left behind as part of our culture.  Take a look at Tsodilo Hills and how much income they bring in through tourists.  The art left behind by a few now benefits the whole nation.

Of course, not all Batswana view their culture with appreciation, especially the youth; but for 37-year-old Mavis Johanah Maripane, culture is one thing she highly regards, more so that she makes a living out of handmade cultural merchandise.

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