A platform to inspire, empower, uplift
Friday, June 06, 2025 | 60 Views |
Bosaakane
My name is Omphemetse Olebile Bosaakane, a 31-year-old Motswana woman currently living in Ireland, and I am honoured to share that I have joined the Miss/Mrs Africa Ireland 2025 pageant, which will take place on August 30, 2025. This opportunity is more than just a competition for me — it is a platform to inspire, empower, and uplift others, especially young people from back home in Botswana. Growing up, I often saw how many people, especially young girls, struggled with confidence, identity, and believing in their dreams.
I also understand what it means to chase your goals in the face of obstacles. That’s why I’ve chosen a project very close to my heart — “Embrace Your Beauty, Ignite Your Dreams.”
The rise in defilement and missing persons cases, particularly over the recent festive period, points not merely to a failure of policing, but to a profound and widespread societal crisis. Whilst the Police chief’s plea is rightly directed at parents, the root of this emergency runs deeper, demanding a collective response from every corner of our community. Marathe’s observations paint a picture of neglect with children left alone for...