TAYA to be held on Friday
Wednesday, December 04, 2013
The annual event has been growing by the year since its inception in 2004.It aims to recognise the visual works of artists in Botswana while providing a platform for networking and exchange of ideas.
“The award is also meant to promote competitiveness and quality production of artworks in Botswana. It is also done to promote art as a viable career choice among participants who are mainly young people,” Thapong Visual Arts Centre Coordinator, Reginald Bakwena said.
While every citizen, including the Head of State, has the right to voice opinions, the tone and context of the President’s comments were regrettably dismissive and risk chilling free expression in our country. The remarks are not isolated. They form part of a disturbing pattern of public attacks on independent institutions pillars essential to the healthy functioning of our democracy. The Judiciary, the Legislature, and now the media have all...