Motsomi: The Agoji warrior in The Woman King
Friday, July 08, 2022 | 1640 Views |
Lone Motsomi starrring in Pula by Ilovebotswana ensemble, in Broadway, New York 2018 PIC: THALEFANG CHARLES
Most humans when they have a problem, dancing is the last thing they can think of. But for Motsomi, she says, “when I was sad, or have a problem, I would literally go into my room, and I would dance my life out”.
Motsomi (28) is that dance virtuoso that few years ago was the lead character in the ILoveBotswana ensemble that performed a highly rated theatre production titled Pula on Broadway, New York City. She has now relocated to the ‘Big Apple’ after her biggest gig as one of the Agoji warriors in the highly anticipated Viola Davis film titled The Woman King.
As the Botswana National Front (BNF) discusses a policy to place suitably qualified members in strategic positions, the guiding consideration should remain whether an individual is the best person to serve the country. There is nothing wrong with qualified party members applying for public positions. Political affiliation should neither disqualify a capable candidate nor give them an advantage over others. Every Motswana deserves a fair...