Sesotho Culture Inspires Lobatse Weaver

Monday, January 23, 2017

Pule Letshikhona (right) with a customer

LOBATSE: The high unemployment rate remains a cause for concern across Botswana especially amongst the youth. Despite the challenge, some youths have challenged themselves to find ways to succeed and put bread on the table regardless of limitations.

Pule Letshikhona (38), of Tlhareseleele is one true expression of the power of imagination. Letshikhona’s business idea is unique in the sense that he deals with manufacturing of Sesotho traditional garments. Inspired by his culture, he weaves traditional Lesotho hats, blankets and deals particularly in wooden kitchen utensils and his ability to fix electrical appliances is a plus for him.

Letshikhona operates his business in an open space in the heart of Lobatse town centre as he does not have any special operational housing neither any warehouse.

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Sesotho Culture Inspires Lobatse Weaver

LOBATSE: The high unemployment rate remains a cause for concern across Botswana especially amongst the youth. Despite the challenge, some youths have challenged themselves to find ways to succeed and put bread on the table regardless of limitations.