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Joyous Celebration promises thrilling performance

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Dr Lindelani Mkhize (centre) pictured with Nna Le Bantlo Yame festival coordinator, Rev Pono Gakekgonwe (left) and UCCSA Synod of Botswana Ministry and Mission Secretary, Rev John Motswai at the UCCSA Trinity Congregational Church in Gaborone this week

Dr Lindelani Mkhize, co-founder, composer and conductor of South Africa’s iconic gospel musical group, Joyous Celebration has promised Botswana music enthusiasts a thrilling concert from his band on October 11 at the UB Indoor Sports Arena.

Joyous Celebration will headline the Nna Le Bantlo Yame Life Changing Concert, and in a press conference held at the UCCSA Trinity Congregational Church in Gaborone on Monday, Dr Mkhize said Batswana should prepare for a stellar performance.

Dr Mkhize said a “top notch production and Hollywood level performance” could be expected from Joyous Celebration, adding that they were pleased that the UCCSA-organised concert was being done in partnership with Brave Heart as a production partner.

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Joyous Celebration promises thrilling performance

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