Katata, Radinoga spark excitement in Molapowabojang
Thursday, April 09, 2015
Katuta
Kapenda Katuta, a seasoned guitarist whose magic touch has shot many local musicians to instant stardom and saxophonist, Masilonyana Radinoga. Few people might be aware of it, but Masilonyana has been in the music industry for decades. However, the musician himself seemed to give priority to his other talent, sculpting, and his music career took the backseat.
Among other things, Radinoga moulded the Kgosi Bathoen bronze statue, which stands at Goo-Ramontshiwa in Kanye. The owner of the joint, Super Letshabo, sings the two the praises of both musicians.
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...