‘I’m Sorry Mr President’ returns to Maitisong
Friday, October 10, 2025 | 40 Views |
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A Day Before Execution “I’m Sorry Mr. President” showcased at Maitisong Theatre-Maru-A-Pula School, on Tuesday evening. The 1-hour 20-minute production evokes all kinds of emotions. It is an eye-opening story that touches on different social ills affecting people daily. The play was a powerful, gripping story-telling, heart-wrenching stories of GBV performed by five experienced strong women in theatre, whose encounters with gender-based violence (GBV), rape, and drugs, led them to the death row.
Through this poignant production, the production team shone a light on the shadowy corners of society and demanded an end to the suffering. The production ignited audiences’ soul and challenged their perspective on issues affecting society daily. A Day before Execution, “I’m sorry, Mr President” was not just a play but also a call to action.
It is a warning flare to every Motswana who logs onto social media. As a country, we have reached a point where the line between robust debate and outright destruction has become dangerously blurred. At face value, Mabeo’s response, which seeks an apology and threat of a defamation suit, might seem severe to some. But we cannot ignore the context. The comment in question did not offer a policy critique or question a political decision.It...