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Jam packed week-long GIMC 2025 ends

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Now in its 11th year, Gaborone International Music and Culture (GIMC) Festival has evolved into a platform that not only entertains but also nurtures upcoming artists and small businesses

The 2025 edition of the Gaborone International Music and Culture (GIMC) Festival wrapped up over the weekend, marking yet another milestone in what has become one of the country’s most consistent and celebrated calendar events.

Organised by Leapfrog Advertising, under the stewardship of founder and creative director, Fish Pabalinga, the GIMC once again showcased a blend of music, comedy, poetry, dance and lifestyle experiences.

Now in its 11th year, the festival has evolved into a platform that not only entertains but also nurtures upcoming artists and small businesses.

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Jam packed week-long GIMC 2025 ends

The 2025 edition of the Gaborone International Music and Culture (GIMC) Festival wrapped up over the weekend, marking yet another milestone in what has become one of the country’s most consistent and celebrated calendar events.

Human rights are sacred

Bakgatla Ba Kgafela celebrate as Kgosi Kgafela’s charges are dropped

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PSLE performance on upward trend

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