‘Overlooked’ entertainers pressure gov’t

Friday, September 17, 2021 | 210 Views |

Entertainers are calling on government to open the industry as the pandemic threatens their careers and livelihoods PIC: KENNEDY RAMOKONE

For the umpteenth time, entertainers and event promoters have once again expressed deepening concern that they are being overlooked for support calling on government to open the industry as the pandemic threatens their careers and livelihoods.

After several failed attempts, the Botswana Entertainment Promoters Association (BEPA) has again put forward a proposal for a safe opening of the industry. In another fresh call following the recent decision by government to allow sports to return to action, BEPA says it is time government considered their plea and open for live events and performances.

BEPA president, Gilbert Seagile this week told Arts & Culture in an interview that industry players have gone for far too long without any source of livelihoods, which has led to some being auctioned or served with civil imprisonment charges.

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