Funny nights treat beckons
Friday, March 22, 2024 | 260 Views |
Mdala Ka Tje
The event organisers said the amusing and funny production will feature top local comedians and multi-award-winning comedians from South Africa and Zambia. Along with introducing international comedians to the local scene, it will also elevate upcoming comedians by allowing them to share the stage with their established colleagues.
Two-time South African Comics Choice nominee, Shanray van Wyk, is the headliner. The events will also feature humorous comedians such as Augustus Phillimon from Francistown, Hubert Chingliz from Zambia, Boniface ‘Roy The Comedian’ Phetolo, Odirile Brooks from Tsabong, Thapelo Malani as well as resident host Onkgopotse ‘Mdala Ka Tjeludo’ Mugende.
It is not uncommon in this part of the world for parents to actually punish their children when they show signs of depression associating it with issues of indiscipline, and as a result, the poor child will be lashed or given some kind of punishment. We have had many suicide cases in the country and sadly some of the cases included children and young adults. We need to start looking into issues of mental health with the seriousness it...