Mmakgodumo festival slated for October 12

The event is aimed at reviving Ngwaketse culture. A host of activities have been lined up on the day. The Trust’s secretary general, Taolo Mogobe said they have decided that this year’s event will mainly be a cultural exchange programme between Bangwaketse tribe and Basotho. Addressing the journalists today (Thursday) in Gaborone, Mogobe said besides the fact that Kgosi Malope II married a Mosotho lady, the two tribes come a long way.

He also revealed that despite the country having experienced a drought season, they will still be an exhibition to showcase how Bangwaketse celebrate Dikgafela. He further pointed out that Agriculture has been part of Ngwaketse culture and have since included programmes such as Thuo Letlotlo to be part of this year’s event in order to create awareness among tribesman and women. “We have also kids carnival (Mantlwane a bana), Mehele, Diketlo and jumping castles,” Mogobe said. On the day, there will also be a variety of entertainment that includes poetry, Setapa and performances from several traditional groups. Among some of the contemporary and mainstream artists expected to perform are Ditiro Leero, Dr Vom, Tsankana, Ntirelang Berman and Kgokgonono.