Motse wa setso cultural festival back with new twist
Friday, April 12, 2024 | 250 Views |
Kabelo Mogwe
The cultural event will take place at the Francistown Old Stadium on April 27. It will feature South African singer, Johnny Mokhali, as the headline performer.
The legendary Tswana soul singer began performing in 1978. Around 26 cultural groups performed during the first epic cultural event last year, which took place at Molapo Leisure Gardens. Legends such as Dr Vom, of the timeless hit, Tsaya thobane, Ditiro Leero, Maghebula, Matsieng, Dikakapa, Tshumu, Jojo, Ramozara, Matsosangwao and several others performed during the previous event.
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