BBMT Hosts Another Thrilling Son Of The Soil

Monday, March 04, 2019

Traditional games were the order of the day at the Son of the Soil PIC: PHATSIMO KAPENG

Batswana pride themselves in their culture, like the first president of the republic Sir Seretse Khama used to say “tshaba ee senang ngwao ke moka e latlhegileng,” meaning that a nation that does not pride themselves in their culture is a lost nation.

Bana Ba Mmala Trust (BBMT) through Son of the Soil (SOTS), maintains its efforts to promote culture through song, dance poetry, food, games and craft.

SOTS, an event that was established in 2004, is a destination of culture, tradition and values of Botswana.

Already have an active account? Log in here.

Or Sign up and get unlimited access to premium articles.

epa13235352 Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham celebrates after scoring the 3-0 goal during the Spanish LaLiga soccer match between Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano, in Madrid, Spain, 12 September 2026. EPA/BORJA SANCHEZ-TRILLO

Madrid Derby: Pride, Pressure and the Title Race

correspondent | 2d ago

Adesina lays down ground rules on Diamonds for Development

Mbongeni Mguni | 18 Sep 2026

Inside why Batswana are putting marriage on hold

Lewanika Timothy | 18 Sep 2026

Why local pension funds billions are chasing Dangote

Mbongeni Mguni | 18 Sep 2026

African Hero to sponsor football's Top 8

Mqondisi Dube | 9 h ago

Magosi part ways with coach after three games

Larona Makhaiza | 10 h ago

Botswana climate reporting gets boost as two join MESHA fellowship

staff writer | 10 h ago

“Ignore the noise, focus on your work”- AnonymousAs the DG of such a controversy-ridden institution, you really played your part in the fight against corruption and economic crime. Your stay at the helm of the DCEC was quickly paying dividends under your stewardship. During your tenure, there was a lot of action as those caught on the wrong side of the law were brought to court regardless of their economic or political status. We have learnt...

Mmegi Editor | 18 September 2026

About us

Mmegi is the leading independent source of breaking news, latest news, current
affairs, Politics, Business, Sport, debates, analysis, and entertainment news in Botswana.

BBMT Hosts Another Thrilling Son Of The Soil

Batswana pride themselves in their culture, like the first president of the republic Sir Seretse Khama used to say “tshaba ee senang ngwao ke moka e latlhegileng,” meaning that a nation that does not pride themselves in their culture is a lost nation.

Explore

More