Mmegi

Whats in it for the creatives?

President with artists PIC: BWGOV
President with artists PIC: BWGOV

Despite abundant talent within the country, the local creative industry remains in its infancy with the potential to grow in leaps and bounds. With just over a month before the polls, creatives are looking for a political party that gives them hope by unlocking opportunities for a thriving entertainment industry. Arts&Culture reporter, GOITSEMODIMO KAELO looks at what the two main parties have on offer for the creatives

Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC)

The UDC is of the view that a youthful population is potentially a great social and economic dividend for a country where innovations, creativity and critical analysis of ideas and adoption of technologies are critical to enhance productivity and competitiveness. However, it says despite these advantages associated with a youthful population in the country, several challenges face this segment of the population but the ruling party has proved incapable of dealing with these challenges.

Editor's Comment
A promising step for public schools, but...

For too long, the state of many public schools has been a source of shame. We have all seen the pictures and heard the stories of broken windows, unreliable water and electricity, topped by classrooms that are not fit for proper learning. The establishment of the Education Infrastructure and Management Company Ltd (EIMC) signals that authorities are finally ready to take this problem seriously. We must commend the government for this initiative....

Have a Story? Send Us a tip
arrow up