‘Play With Purpose’ turns focus on autism

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As the sunset on a day marked by empathy, learning, and unity, one message stood clear

The spirit of compassion, awareness, and community came alive on 30 April 2026 as Botswana witnessed the inaugural Play With Purpose: Golf With a Twist Autism Awareness Charity Golf Day, an event that brought together more than 90 players, families, advocates, and supporters in a unified effort to drive meaningful change for individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Hosted at the Stanbic Bank Botswana Golf Club, the event was the vision of Melissa Modise, a devoted mother of two whose personal journey has become the driving force behind a growing movement.

Speaking after the event, she reflected on both the emotional and practical motivations behind the initiative, sharing how her eldest son’s autism diagnosis reshaped her understanding of support, access, and the realities many families face.

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