Miss Teen Africa Botswana Talent, Fashion Showcase on the cards
Friday, February 02, 2024 | 90 Views |
Miss Teen Africa Botswana PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Lame Jerry, the national director of Miss Teen Africa Botswana told Arts&Culture that the primary objective of the Talent and Fashion Showcase is to create an enabling environment for women empowerment.
She said by providing a platform for young people and upcoming designers to realise their potential, the event also aims to build their self-confidence and capacity to compete nationally, regionally, and internationally. Jerry explained that through this initiative, Miss Teen Africa Botswana is championing the proliferation and continuation of culture, self-worth, confidence, and empowerment of women.
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