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Born and Raised organisers promise clean fun

One of the organisers, Goaba Mojakgomo says they have stiff security measures in place to mitigate any situation that might arise at the Born and Raised festival  PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
One of the organisers, Goaba Mojakgomo says they have stiff security measures in place to mitigate any situation that might arise at the Born and Raised festival PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Following last year’s stampede that saw nine people treated for shock, the organisers of the Born and Raised festival say they have come up with measures to ensure a safe concert this time.

The sixth edition of the music festival, which takes place at the Serowe Sports Complex every festive season, was marred by commotion after experiencing a high turnout, which put a strain on the festival’s security.

As the organisers prepare for this year’s show, which is the seventh edition, they said top of their priority is to ensure their patrons have clean fun this time around.

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