Theatrical Chiwele to shine at Cradle of Creativity fest
Friday, December 05, 2025 | 60 Views |
Children Botswana Arts Trust
The festival, themed "Jumping Over the Kraal/ Uri-! gâu ! harasa", celebrates ingenuity and resilience in commemorating the 1976 Soweto Uprising.
The trust's production, "Chiwele", a theatrical piece celebrating Botswana's rich storytelling traditions, has been selected to be showcased at the festival. This is a significant milestone for the organisation, which aims to create opportunities for children to explore their artistic abilities in a safe and supportive environment.
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