Bloggers bring minds together
Friday, April 12, 2019
Local bloggers, Tembo and Gabang have created a platform for the local creative industry
Dubbed #CreativeConnect , the initiative is by Towela “Kams” Tembo and Maipelo Gabang . The platform assists in strengthening relationships among contributors to the Botswana creative scene. It also provides opportunities for such users to connect with each other and discuss critical issues that affect them.
In an interview with Tembo, she said the facility includes a laser focus on providing each creative with the necessary support for their creative journeys. She explained that the initiative was inspired by the day-to-day experiences of the majority of the creative industry in Botswana who work tirelessly to turn their passion into an income generator.
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