Film and TV symposium planned

The symposium will feature prominent British Film-maker, director, producer, actress and human rights activist, Leslee Udwin. The latter is known for her documentary called India’s daughter. According to the organisers, the event will feature a panel discussion and networking session, which will feature various stakeholders in the film and television industry. The organisers also said Udwin will be in Botswana to promote a Children’s TV series which she produced and directed. The series is commissioned by Botswana Television (Btv) and Debswana and will air on Btv in 2023. “In recognition of her abundant experience and her prominent position in the world stage, we have partnered with her so she can address the various key stakeholders in our local film and television industry to impart some of her experience, expertise and motivation,” said one of the organisers, Benny Latlhang.