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Franco calls for artists’ support

Franco PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Franco PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Fresh from hosting his first ever virtual festival on Saturday, Botswana’s legendary kwasa kwasa maestro, Frank ‘Franco’ Lesokwane has lamented the lack of support for the entertainment industry.

In an interview with Arts & Culture, Franco as he is known to many of his legion of fans, said while artists have tried to be creative and remain afloat during these trying times, their efforts remain subdued due to lack of sponsorship from local people especially the corporate world.

Franco said although the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted lives in many ways, it has also incited the explosion of ideas for musicians to keep afloat and continue to lead lives in the absence of entrance fees they would normally get after hosting music shows.

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