PoetryNothing from you
Hi rra,This is my last letter to you.Your replies have a shelf in the glass cabinet,beside the plates we keep for visitors.I dust it every Sunday.
Maverick Kabelo2 Oct 20261 min read
PoetryNkuku, teach me
I just want to learn, Nkuku,the way your bare palm lifts the hot pot lid,the way you sweep the yard before the sun, the dust smelling of cold,the way your gate stays open to the whole street.You put…
Maverick Kabelo30 Sep 20261 min read
PoetryThe heartbroken poem
City lights flicker, In your smile, I find solace, Ocean pulls me away.
Maverick Kabelo11 Feb 20241 min read
Career Development & InspirationState of Digital Summit: navigating the future of digital technology in Africa
Save the Dates: April 24th and 25th, 2024Venue: Ave Maria, Kgale, GaboroneLivestreaming Available for Global Participation
AVO3 Dec 20231 min read
Human Interest StoriesAdvocating for men’s mental health
2023’ s International Men’s day is surely set to be a different kind this year.
Kabelo Leon Mbaya22 Nov 20233 min read
PageantryBotswana set to host Miss World 2026
In a momentous event in Gaborone, Miss Botswana unveiled its top 30 contestants amidst great anticipation and excitement.
Maverick Kabelo20 Nov 20232 min read
SportsNtungwa Nkgaswa: From village boy to international basketball star
“You could literally come out of the village and make it international.”
Ripfumelo Chavani30 Oct 20232 min read
MusicAntido.te: bouncing back
“The negativity changed me a lot because I strived to become a better person and a better artist.”
Ripfumelo Chavani17 Oct 20235 min read
Human Interest StoriesCultivating dreams: the inspirational journey of Jane Khoza and Koki’s Garden of Wonder
“I Call My Garden the Garden of Wonder Because It Is Continually Changing”
Ripfumelo Chavani13 Aug 20234 min read
Music reviewEnergy – Single by Rasun
Jahmal Dinoto is the international musician better known as Rasun for his contribution and creations in reggae, rnb, hip-hop, and a fusion of these and other genres.
Palesa Morailane11 Aug 20232 min read
PageantryThando Makhoba: Miss World South Africa 2023 quarter finalist
“I was born to reign supreme, this sentence just does it for me.”
Ripfumelo Chavani25 Jul 20236 min read
Food & BeveragesMeet Kenneth Tebogo Middleton: Botswana’s rising foodie and social media star
Kenneth Tebogo Middleton is a rising content creator and foodie from Botswana who has gained a strong following on social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.
Maverick Kabelo12 Jul 20233 min read
FashionFaith Atelier’s fashionable attire
Faith Mabandi is the director and founder of Faith Atelier, which she established in South Africa, in 2014.
Palesa Morailane3 Jul 20237 min read
CommentarySeeing motherhood from a whole different scope
There is a lot that comes to mind when the word ‘mother’ is mentioned.
Kabelo Leon Mbaya23 May 20234 min read
Music“The Visualizer” by Teddy West: A Must-See Afrobeats music video of 2023
On May 1, 2023, music fans around the world will be treated to a highly anticipated single from Teddy West, the rising Afrobeats star.
Maverick Kabelo17 Apr 20231 min read
Performing ArtsDeep Dive Sessions podcast seeks to change the local business landscape
Podcasting is yet to see its growth and becoming a norm to our country.
Kabelo Leon Mbaya27 Mar 20233 min read
Career Development & InspirationNtombovuyo Ngaphu: Living a purposeful life through language translation
Breaking the language barriers is her passion.
Ripfumelo Chavani15 Mar 20233 min read
PoetryBored poem
I am Boredom, the silent thief of time, I creep into your days, uninvited, I dull your senses, drain your mind, And make each moment feel divided.
Maverick Kabelo10 Feb 20231 min read
CommentaryRevolutionizing education: Classmate Online solves critical challenges in the industry
Classmate Online is a revolutionary platform that addresses some of the most pressing challenges facing the education industry today.
AVO2 Feb 20231 min read
CommentaryAdopting and adapting as AI changes the industry norm
2023 started off with somewhat of a bang!
Tracy Moodley2 Feb 20232 min read
Commercial Film ProductionTshepie Olds: Breaking barriers as a female film producer in Botswana
Tshepie Olds is a female Commercial Film producer from Botswana.
Ripfumelo Chavani1 Feb 20233 min read
Business & FinanceBSB successfully lists bond on Botswana Stock Exchange
Botswana Savings Bank (BSB), an indigenous institution wholly owned by the Government of Botswana, has recently made a historic and significant milestone by successfully listing a bond worth P1…
Maverick Kabelo25 Jan 20231 min read
PoetryA thorn among roses
Thorn among roses, Out of place, out of time, Silent, alone, I bloom.
Maverick Kabelo24 Jan 20231 min read
Business & FinancePrecious Gondwe: multi-award-winning pan-African lawyer
Inspiring power woman succeeding in the law industry is not defined by her background.
Maverick Kabelo20 Jan 20233 min read
PoetryDear you
Darkness haunts you through the night,On cue to the idea that sad songs could be your lullaby.But fear remains vibrant in your eyes,Like torture in a blazing furnace.
Tinashe19 Jan 20231 min read
Business & FinanceHow to copyright protect your creative work
In Botswana, the protection of copyright and neighboring rights is governed by the Copyright and Neighboring Rights Act, 2000.
Maverick Kabelo15 Jan 20232 min read
SportsLetsile Tebogo: The rising star of athletics in Botswana
Letsile Tebogo is a young athlete from Botswana who is quickly making a name for himself in the world of athletics.
Maverick Kabelo12 Jan 20232 min read
Business & FinanceOrganizing outdoor festivals in Botswana: A cost analysis
According to the owner of Exzozo Entertainment Agency and the organizer of the popular music festival, Pretty Girls Like Good Music, Godwin Kennedy Sebina a.k.a Xotic Exzozo, putting on a successful…
Maverick Kabelo11 Jan 20231 min read
Business & FinanceLearn2Lead: A new mentorship program for emerging corporate leaders
Learn2Lead is a new not-for-profit mentorship program that aims to connect experienced corporate leaders with professionals who have at least 5 years of working experience.
Maverick Kabelo9 Jan 20232 min read
PoetryDear Miss Sunshine
Dear miss sunshine, Shine Radiate as bright as you can be, For the world is yours to reach, To devour with your essence, And captivate our hearts with your presence,
Yarona Monthe3 Jan 20231 min read
Business & FinanceMs. Pedzani Tafa appointed as Managing Director and Executive Director of BBS Bank
On 22nd December 2022, the Board of BBS Bank announced the appointment of Ms.
Maverick Kabelo31 Dec 20221 min read
PoetryThe six Ws of introversion
Why do I feel like an outcast, a misfit in this society?
Maverick Kabelo29 Dec 20221 min read
Graphic DesignThe deaf designer: overcoming challenges and embracing new technologies in graphic design
Themba, also known as The Deaf Designer, is a graphic designer from Africa who is redefining what it means to be a designer.
Palesa Morailane29 Dec 20222 min read
Business & FinanceGofaone Modise: Redefining social media marketing
Gofaone Modise is a young, charismatic woman passionate about helping businesses and young people reach their potential.
Ripfumelo Chavani27 Dec 20222 min read
PoetryThe Mophane worm’s lament
I am but a humble worm, Trapped in this endless form, Foraging through the mophane leaves, My days filled with endless feed.
Maverick Kabelo25 Dec 20221 min read
EconomicsBotswana government maintains Pula basket weights for 2023
The government of Botswana has announced that it will maintain the current weights of its Pula basket of currencies for 2023.
Maverick Kabelo24 Dec 20221 min read
PoetryThe untitled story
Her shiny black hair flickers in the dark storm, Her beautiful pink lips, with a touch of black from the burns of a cigarette.
Larona Mosoboloko24 Dec 20222 min read
PoetryI am not selfish
Once, you were my everything My heart and soul, my everything But as the days turned into months I found myself feeling trapped and smothered
Maverick Kabelo23 Dec 20221 min read
Business & FinanceHow banks make money
Botswana is a landlocked country in southern Africa with a strong economy and a stable currency, the pula.
Maverick Kabelo19 Dec 20222 min read
CommentaryWhy real talent often goes unrecognized
It is a common refrain that real talent often goes unrecognized while less talented individuals seem to garner more attention and recognition.
Maverick Kabelo18 Dec 20222 min read
PoetrySilent goodbye
A boy and lady, good friends they beHe told her all his innermost thoughts, so confidinglyShe comforted and advised, with a heart full of careBut one day, out of the blue, she was no longer there
Maverick Kabelo18 Dec 20221 min read
Business & FinanceHow to register a company in Botswana
The Companies and Intellectual Property Authority (CIPA) is the government agency responsible for facilitating the registration of business names and companies in Botswana.
Maverick Kabelo17 Dec 20225 min read
PoetryThe unforgiving
The sun beats down, relentless and fierceOn the parched earth of her land
Maverick Kabelo17 Dec 20221 min read
PoetryOnce an athlete
Once a man of great skill and speed,On the field and in the pool,He ruled the game with power and grace,A true athlete and a master of his craft.
Maverick Kabelo14 Dec 20221 min read
PoetryUnfulfilled
Desire burns within me, A fire that never dies, I try to quench it, But it only multiplies.
Maverick Kabelo13 Dec 20221 min read
Business & FinanceHow to succeed in the events industry
“I forever find myself providing solutions for various situations.”
Ripfumelo Chavani13 Dec 20224 min read
Business & FinanceModiri Mogende: Why we should all think Digital
Modiri Mogende is a highly skilled and accomplished digital marketing expert and entrepreneur based in Gaborone, Botswana.
Maverick Kabelo12 Dec 20222 min read
PoetryDespite
In the quiet of his solitude, He finds not peace nor solace.
Maverick Kabelo12 Dec 20221 min read
PoetryBuild a home in me
With a soul woven in vicuna and cashmereI am soft and solaced for youRest your heart on the trove of my loveDulcifying and alleviatingLet us lay reclined here awhileDebarring the dinAnd darting our…
Kgosietsile Kooagile9 Dec 20221 min read
MusicPinky Jay ft Loverss Exclusive & Dibaba SA
The Nigerian multi-talented, next-rated song writer, and afro pop, singing sensation popularly known as Pinky Jay is back with this astonishing heavyweight song titled “Cheque” on this banger she has…
Palesa Morailane8 Dec 20221 min read
PoetryShe bled
Glancing the bay through the window,Her quiet morning began.Already hating the day, hating the life.She started to chase the ghost happiness that resided inside her.Drowning her sorrows in a deep…
Larona Mosoboloko4 Dec 20221 min read
LyricsMadd Bwoy Khaki – Day By Day (lyrics)
Day by day inna life afe live it upLife is a blessing mi cyan give it upGimme de way Moss high already map it outMe voice ah me gift let me sing it out.
AVO2 Dec 20221 min read
Literary ArtsAustin Magaga: Starting Caves Academy on a high note
Affectionately dubbed “Professor Caves” by his students, Austin Magaga is the founder of Caves Academy, a fully registered and accredited training institution.
Raveena Ramnarain7 Nov 20221 min read
LyricsFME DJs & Han C – O Maaka (feat. DJ TH) lyrics
So nna ke bari Ke o fe ke o fe Without getting anything in return Yeah yeah oooh So nna ke bari Ke o fe ke o fe Without getting anything in return Ooh I dont want your money I am not materialistic i…
Maverick Kabelo5 Nov 20221 min read
Make-upVunene Mabasa: making people feel and look good
”Quitting is the ultimate failure because you’ll never see the desired result”
Ripfumelo Chavani4 Nov 20225 min read
PoetryHow pink can you go
It’s pink October, A time to recognize the brave who have dealt with the unthinkable.
Ripfumelo Chavani24 Oct 20221 min read
Culture & PowerGaborone Pride celebrates the Rainbow Pride month with a festival
As the October month closes its end, the pride nation will go on to wrap the Africa pride month of the LGBTQ+ community with a beautiful festival themed “ Rainbow Pride Fest”
Kabelo Leon Mbaya21 Oct 20222 min read
LyricsAbTheActivist – Pride and Ego (Feat. APEXXXX) lyrics
Sometimes I just need your loveI’m so in love with youMaybe you’re the chosen oneThe only one I’d choseSay you love how I control itemotions are all for youBaby girl we bossing my focus is all on you
Maverick Kabelo14 Oct 20221 min read
Literary ArtsMarcia Ramodike; succeeding in the business industry
“I always told myself that one day I will make it.”
Ripfumelo Chavani1 Oct 20224 min read
PageantryPalesa Motsewetsho: daring to dream
“When I put my mind to something, I can never be swayed.”
Ripfumelo Chavani11 Sep 20226 min read
LyricsJordan MoOzy & Veezo View – Ginger (lyrics)
Time to play with big boysBig toysFinna get me a rolls RoyceWith two gold fish uhI mean the hill lifeThe bright lightsKicking with the whole squadOn school nightBlow me a breath a passionWhy live a…
Maverick Kabelo6 Sep 20222 min read
AthleticsLetsile Tebogo Q&A: childhood, school and salary
Africa’s Very Own Magazine went out to talk to Botswana athlete and record breaker, Letsile Tebogo.
Maverick Kabelo4 Sep 20221 min read
LyricsFor3ign – Epitome (lyrics)
Yeah yeah yeah ahLF3 babySh* crazy, sh* crazyCover your eyes you don’t wanna see the bloody murder am about to manifestLost in my thoughts little Alice worldReminiscing ’bout the way am get my money…
AVO1 Sep 20221 min read
SportsTable Tennis Africa Senior Championships qualifier seeks to raise funds for her trip
Constance Kuswani, a table tennis player has qualified for the Africa Senior Championships to be held in Algeria.
Kabelo Leon Mbaya27 Aug 20221 min read
Literary ArtsDr. Bryan Keitsemang appointed Lecturer of Creative Writing at Caves Academy
We couldn’t be more pleased to partner with the celebrated writer Dr Bryan Keitsemang to launch our Creative Writing Program.
Raveena Ramnarain25 Aug 20221 min read
ChoreographyMovement is drug
Everyone is moved and motivated by something to get out of bed and go on with their day.
Unaswi Bashingi Moalusi24 Aug 20223 min read
Business & FinanceForbes hand picked delegate
As children, we grow up having dreams of what we want to be when we are older.
Unaswi Bashingi Moalusi17 Aug 20223 min read
Business & Finance“I AM AFRICAN WILDFIRE!” – Audrey Simbiso Chidawanyika
Women in Africa are applauded for dominating as entrepreneurs as they impact and add a massive contribution to the economic growth of Africa with their booming businesses and companies.
AVO29 Jul 20226 min read
Literary ArtsBryan Keitsemang: The untamed storyteller
Dr.
Raveena Ramnarain20 Jul 20223 min read
LyricsSparkles – Untitled 2 (lyrics)
I heard ’em say that you was talking ’bout me soI decided I should come sit by youInfatuation or addictionI wanna know when will this end(Ooh-oh)I know the rulesPlayers choose their pawns is that…
AVO16 Jul 20221 min read
PoetryAmbition in place
A brain behind inventiveness, Young and intelligent, Destined for greatness… Anxiousness and sensitiveness his weakness, And creativity his greatest weapon…
Ripfumelo Chavani14 Jul 20222 min read
PoetryMakoro to survive
He wakes up early to get the bag, To run towards the hissing bus as it reaches the bus stop,To run after it even when it leaves him behind, Until it reaches the next bus stop for other workers.
AVO3 Jul 20221 min read
LyricsMs Abbey – Africa (lyrics)
Tu rumere tu vonse mwa Africa Ee wa mpona manje Ke tja ka boikokobetjo Phalana e anyile, botlhale mo mmayona Bakhurutshe, matola dichaba, Ba phataletshe ,mathare a dikala
AVO1 Jul 20221 min read
Book ReviewTlhakantshuke is out now!
Copies of Dr.
AVO30 Jun 20221 min read
LyricsOneTake – 95 Pac (lyrics)
Lets show em how we do it this sideThe 267 is on fireMa city shows me love like Bonnie juss met ClydeFrom the tenvilleNow the music is worldwideIf your girl is caught slippin u know that im gon…
AVO29 Jun 20222 min read
LyricsMek – No noise (feat. Nameless the bully) lyrics
No no no no we don’t need no noise (ha re nyake modumo)
AVO28 Jun 20222 min read
LyricsMek – For this (feat. Danxelle) lyrics
I need the cash babe don’t need nothing else
Maverick Kabelo26 Jun 20222 min read
PoetryWear your skin proud
Unusual brown, white and spotty “deformities,” Sketched on your body by the hands of nature, Creping quietly into your coat, and consuming the usual skin color… A discomfort that came with constant…
Ripfumelo Chavani25 Jun 20221 min read
LyricsWhiskie – Rear view(outro) feat. Carisma lyrics
I’ve been on the wayFell to my knees but I stood right backBlessings on they wayI keep looking back but I’m never side-trackedIt’s falling into placeEver since the REAR-VIEW showed me what we passed…
AVO23 Jun 20222 min read
LyricsWhiskie – Persistence (feat. Kxss) lyrics
It only gets harder but we keep it movingWithout any intention that we’d ever lose it ×4
AVO21 Jun 20222 min read
PoetryDear pops, old man
He is a pillar of strength; The one we look to when everything is going sideways; We know that he has an armour up there… I would wake up from nightmares, screaming.
Yarona Monthe19 Jun 20221 min read
LyricsWhiskie – Reach (lyrics)
I’m only in it for the passion man & that’s for realThe drive that’s you’ll never see me catch a chillI’m writing songs and lacing records that’s the life I LIVE..This music thing is like my soul yea…
AVO18 Jun 20222 min read
PoetryWho am I?
I am the extension of rudeness, With a pinch of sweetness.
Yarona Monthe17 Jun 20221 min read
PoetryWrong ain’t our label
They say we all have rights…A rhythm mumbled daily.As if everyone earns the same respect…Yet, seeing the difference makes me wonder.And seek to know exactly what are human rights?Who deserves these…
Ripfumelo Chavani16 Jun 20222 min read
PoetryMosarwa’s poetic quest
Geoffrey Mosarwa Jr is a wordsmith who speaks his truth and wears his heart on his sleeve.
Maverick Kabelo15 Jun 20225 min read
LyricsPhologolo – Thig thug thig (lyrics)
Mono ngwaga re bina rotlheMono ngwaga re bina rotlheMono ngwaga re bina rotlheMono ngwaga re bina rotlhe
Maverick Kabelo14 Jun 20222 min read
Literary ArtsThe rise of Dr. Bryan Keitsemang
• Dr.
Raveena Ramnarain11 Jun 20222 min read
LyricsTeddy West – Gimme sum (lyrics)
Shawty pull up on me and give me love tonight oh tonightYou know I need me some lovePull up and give me some lovePull up and give me some love(Gimme some love, gimme ah)
Maverick Kabelo6 Jun 20221 min read
LyricsPablo%8 – Simping (feat. Sebaga) lyrics
First time that I saw youI felt chills run down my neck Cause I never met somebodyWho looks as beautiful as youSecond time I saw youI felt my heart skip a beat cause Your beauty got my heartRacing…
Maverick Kabelo4 Jun 20222 min read
PoetryMonstrous pain
I never saw it coming!
Ripfumelo Chavani30 May 20222 min read
MusicThe six-string soul-strumming musician
Sol Stringer was born Solly Mosetle on November 1st 1983 in Krugersdorp, South Africa.
Palesa Morailane29 May 20226 min read
LyricsDanxellé – Distance (lyrics)
All this distanceYea this distanceBeen messing me upI need to see you moreI need to touch you moreI need to see you so
Maverick Kabelo27 May 20221 min read
Performing ArtsDintleOnTheTrack, the elevation
Dintle Balole, popularly known as “Dintleonthetrack” in the music spaces is a 20-year-old Producer, Artist, Songwriter and Live Performer from Oodi but based in Gaborone, Botswana.
Kaone Hunyepa13 May 20222 min read
PoetryMother’s Day
Hi mama, I know it’s late.
Palesa Morailane8 May 20221 min read
PoetryA true natured passion
Her profession… An excellent event prof.
Ripfumelo Chavani7 May 20222 min read
PoetrySurviving 2021
We’ve gotten to a point where we learnt survival of the fittest even when we didn’t want to.We’ve fought ourselves; our demons cursed our reflections and still couldn’t find stability.In-fact…
Burnt Out Phoenix29 Apr 20221 min read
PoetryYou think you know her
I overheard your chats with your buddies.Whispering one-sided truths about her character.You uttered with confidence…For you were certain of every element that made her.
Ripfumelo Chavani26 Apr 20221 min read
PoetryI said I was busy
I said I was busy…Yet my truth was considered a lie.For I was not spotted physically operative
Ripfumelo Chavani22 Apr 20221 min read
FashionTurning passion into a business
“I do fashion almost every day of my life and I value it more than any of my professions.”
Ripfumelo Chavani18 Apr 20224 min read
Performing ArtsThe Jonny Pula article
Top African Comedian for South African 2020 Awards Nominee born Kago Rannoba is a man of so many talents.
Kaone Hunyepa16 Apr 20226 min read
Performing ArtsBatlokwa heartily receive queen Makhadzi
Makhadzi this morning landed in Botswana to a heartwarming and full embrace by the Batlokwa ahead of her much anticipated One Woman Show.
Kabelo Leon Mbaya23 Mar 20221 min read
MusicKabza De Small to rock up the city this Saturday
Scheduled for a one man show like no other and a first of its kind in Botswana on Saturday 19th March 2022, South African piano artist Kabza De Small will be gracing the amapiano lovers and those…
Kabelo Leon Mbaya16 Mar 20221 min read
MusicShaba Stele – Love Is Evol (rating)
Botswana singer, producer, and composer, Shaba Stele, recently released his highly anticipated project, Love is Evol.
Maverick Kabelo24 Feb 20221 min read
MusicMAX Characters presents: Chapter #1 – Q&A and streaming
There are a bunch of hip hop subgenres, and I think the most dominant form that I dabble in is boom bap rap.
Maverick Kabelo21 Feb 20223 min read
LyricsAbTheActivist – Rampage (feat. I’me) lyrics
Hella flows, hella dope nkare dealer enngwe yana
Maverick Kabelo14 Feb 20222 min read
Short StoryAhana
Ahana’s brother banged on the door with a fist before turning to face Jenni, Ahana’s roommate, who was on the verge on wetting her pants.
Peace8 Feb 202214 min read
LyricsPablo%8 – Falling (feat. Danxelle) Lyrics
Don’t be lying pretending can’t you see am hurting
Maverick Kabelo5 Feb 20221 min read
LyricsMenzile Chester – Washin’ The Bag (lyrics)
(Chorus) Boy!
Maverick Kabelo4 Feb 20222 min read
FashionKeeping up with the fashion world
“Fashion means being able to express myself in a form of clothes.”
Ripfumelo Chavani23 Jan 20223 min read
PoetryPain
I live deep within the deep blood of lonely children and sad souls.
Larona Mosoboloko22 Jan 20221 min read
Food & BeveragesCook it with Thabo Mamelodi
Thabo Mamelodi, 34, is a self proclaimed professional foodie, who is working towards becoming a certified chef.
Maverick Kabelo18 Jan 20224 min read
LyricsStream 36Gvng – No case + lyrics
(CrayOn)I put the dub in a spliffMe and my gang hella lit36 watch the assistI’m on a mission and you know I’m never gon’ missMotako been taking a pissOn all of the rappers that wanna get richIf you…
Maverick Kabelo16 Jan 20222 min read
Book ReviewUsing words to encompass history
Lebogang Botlhoko is a published author aged nineteen.
Burnt Out Phoenix15 Jan 20224 min read
PageantryBhargava represents Botswana’s diversity
Sakshi Bhargava, 19, Motswana by birth and Indian by race, is a Francistown-raised beauty queen and philanthropist.
Maverick Kabelo14 Jan 20226 min read
PhotographyExhibitions are the way to go
Africa’s Very Own Magazine prides itself in ensuring that all creative’s are given the time to shine.
Keleabetswe Tapologo13 Jan 20224 min read
Short StoryWe were never here
By Wednesdays at most, she’d feel tired of being human.
Peace10 Jan 202212 min read
PageantryYoung, Black and multi-gifted
“If you don’t love what you do, then what you do won’t love you back.”
Ripfumelo Chavani10 Jan 20223 min read
PageantryGimhani Perera: Tswana rising queen
Miss Teen International Botswana 2021, pageantry for teenagers, crowned a new queen on the 18th of September.
Maverick Kabelo10 Jan 20222 min read
FashionPart time fashion designer – Full time law student
Kutlo Julia Kutjwe is a young Motswana fashion designer.
Poppie Moseki9 Jan 20223 min read
PhotographyInfinitely influencing photography
Lehlohonolo Tekane (Infinite) the director of Infinite Influence is a 26-year-old emerging photographer with experience in the field of medical research.
Palesa Morailane9 Jan 20222 min read
LyricsStream Antido.te – Why Me (cover) plus lyrics
Woke up feeling GodlyI know nas they don’t really f- like mef- a na if a na named Oziain’t no TMG Gangsta I’m a real OGhard bottoms and white socks like I’m YGthese nas my 4th generation, I’m a…
Maverick Kabelo9 Jan 20221 min read
LyricsStream ybpicasso – Maha’la(7) + lyrics
Had to do it on TV beforeI did again but I swear we not actors
Maverick Kabelo8 Jan 20222 min read
PoetryThe rhythm of my grief
Listen to the tone of my grief,A discomfort that started when existence turns into a misery…When days and night were more of the same..When my ex started to cheat on me with a Paramour.
Ripfumelo Chavani7 Jan 20221 min read
DrawingArtists pay tribute to Dramaboi
Thuto Ricardo Ramaphaleng, famously known as Dramaboi, passes away at the age of 28.
Maverick Kabelo7 Jan 20221 min read
MusicBotswana’s hidden gem
Botswana is well known for its diamonds, beef and tourism but one of Botswana’s greatest resources is its rich music culture.
Tshegofatso Elijah6 Jan 20221 min read
MusicStream De General – Wa lenyalo (feat. M o d) + lyrics
De General and MMP Family’s MOD just released the music video for their collaboration single, Wa Lenyalo.
Maverick Kabelo5 Jan 20221 min read
PoetryPhenomenal self
I don’t have a sexy physique to die for,I’m not full- figured.But I’m cute in my ways,When I try to portray my glamour they don’t see it.When I try to notify them, they speculate I’m telling the…
Ripfumelo Chavani5 Jan 20221 min read
MusicStream Dintleonthetrack – Pound Cake freestyle + lyrics
Dintleonthetrack, a singer, producer, and composer, kicks off the year with a freestyle cover of Drake and Jay Z’s Pound Cake, taken from Drake‘s third studio album, Nothing Was the Same, from 2013.
Maverick Kabelo4 Jan 20221 min read
MusicStream Sativa – Easy (feat. Priscilla K) plus lyrics
New and upcoming Botswana RnB singer, Sativa, alongside with Priscilla K, released her debut single, Easy, earlier this week.
Maverick Kabelo4 Jan 20221 min read
MusicStream Calzado Anim – Birthday (feat. Mmeli & Leitse) + lyrics
Calzado Anim celebrated his birthday on the 2nd of January with the release of his highly fan-requested song titled “Birthday“.
Maverick Kabelo3 Jan 20222 min read
Culture & PowerThe queen of entertainment promotions
Hailing from the small village of Thamaga about 40 km outside the capital, Phodiso Tshegisi, often referred to by her alias ‘Pixel’ is no shrinking violet.
Kabelo Leon Mbaya3 Jan 20224 min read
LyricsStream Abtheactivist – 444 (official music video) + lyrics
AbTheActivist, a rapper, producer, and composer, celebrated the end of the year by releasing a music video for his song 444, which is featured on Ab’s NEW WAV EP, a collaboration with international…
Maverick Kabelo2 Jan 20222 min read
PoetryA heart of gold
My heart,What a tenderness filled within you,Your every beat is fulfilling and admiring…Your liking knows no prejudice..All you observe seems elegant and uniqueYou have passed this compassion to my…
Ripfumelo Chavani2 Jan 20221 min read
LyricsStream Danxellé – Teks Tym (feat. Whiskie The Rapper) plus lyrics
Danxellé, a Selebi – Phikwe rapper and producer, kicked out the year with a tune called ‘Teks Tym,’ which he co-wrote with Whiskie The Rapper, another Phikwe native.
Maverick Kabelo1 Jan 20221 min read
PoetryDear Life
I gave myself sufficient period to examine and understand you well.After all the times I was attempting to give up on you and get relieved from you because I couldn’t handle your nature.But I have…
Ripfumelo Chavani9 Oct 20211 min read
PoetryWhat is love?
I wish I can tell, but you are asking the wrong person,I have been in love, yet I can’t clarify it…I know it sounds strange, but this is my truth…
Ripfumelo Chavani6 Oct 20211 min read
PoetryFive on the dot.
I’m longing to live my dreams!I had the best moments of my existence,Encircled by people who only sees potential in me.They applauded, as I walk boldly on a red carpet,Bossing to sit on a throne,My…
Ripfumelo Chavani25 Sep 20211 min read
MusicQ&A with Kaey Maxx
I’m a song writer, recording artist and a music producer.
Katlo Moepedi23 Sep 20213 min read
PoetryNobody is a waste
I notice you, All the duration… When you take things very distant, And label human beings nobodies.
Ripfumelo Chavani13 Sep 20212 min read
PoetryHunted souls
We thought only animals can be hunted down and killed…But things have changed drastically,Human flesh is on demand,don’t get me erroneous….Not all human flash, but recently women considered on the…
Ripfumelo Chavani11 Sep 20211 min read
PoetryCrying a river full
I’m crying a river full of my pilling tears,I’m still enduring the pain,Yet I don’t know I’ll endure it until when…I think, maybe it will passYet I also believe it can even be for a lifetime.
Ripfumelo Chavani8 Sep 20212 min read
PoetryMeaningless sorry’s
Nicely, you said sorry,On your knees as if you wanted to submit,With a sham sadness on your skin.Like the usual,You performed similar actions…Hoping I’ll fall for it, like all these times.
Ripfumelo Chavani5 Sep 20211 min read
PoetryForeseeing your return
I’m here extremely concernedOverthinking roughly of what you are enduring,I wonder if I will ever have an opportunity to feel your deepest suffering,Because that is my longing to share your pains…But…
Ripfumelo Chavani26 Aug 20212 min read
Music reviewJinger Stone’s “Colder Than Water” is pretty warm
“Colder Than Water” by Team Distant is a catchy and tuneful song.
Tjabongwa Maswikiti25 Aug 20211 min read
MusicDJ Giftos going after his dreams
Gift Mabasa is a 32 years old young man, who was born and bred in malamulele, Limpopo.
Ripfumelo Chavani25 Aug 20214 min read
PoetryThe man who won the lottery
Have you ever lived your life waking up from a shack?Feeding on dry breadcrumbs every morning and even in the evening when you come back?Have you ever lived a life that gives you a reason to give up…
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane21 Aug 20212 min read
PoetryLoving you ended me
I bought you flowers, and you sent them backGot you a necklace and said it doesn’t look good on your neckI bought you an impeccable dinner dress and you told me you hate the color blackTell me, how…
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane19 Aug 20212 min read
Music reviewCalzado Anim – Late night featuring fourfortyfour
It’s not often that you stumble across an unfamiliar artist with a sound so fresh and distinctive.
AVO19 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryThe lesson of life
Seasons come and passPeople come and goSo, from that, we must learn and grow
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane18 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryI will show you
She said, “Give me a flower,And I’ll show you how to take care of it, so it doesn’t lose its color
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane17 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryThe dream she had last night
She is being chased by her own shadowLocked behind the bars of sinLocked behind the dark world she cannot seeA world without stars and the moon
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane16 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryUnforeseen betrayal
I unfasten my life foyer,For you to access my frontier,Assuming our relationship was more than just friends…And I snatched it to the next phase.
Ripfumelo Chavani16 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryWhat I earned from these scars
Throughout my childhood my mistakes have been labeled outFor every scar I got, represented every serious or even petty mistake I had madeRepresented every cup or plate I accidentally broke,And no…
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane15 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryOne more last dose
Left me in some indefinable lachrymose I should’ve known it would be much more hurting to stay in too close But before I let go, please allow me this one more last dose
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane14 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryShe lives in me
Her voice is full of pain and rageIt’s like she’s been locked in a hard shield cageAnd she doesn’t wanna leave without imbedding a markI can feel her fists, aggressively hitting against my heart
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane13 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryA matter of time
Time fliesIt runs like a river flowWe meet when the time was still tickingI put you under my skin just like a tickYou sucked my blood,And become full and fat from my flash
Ripfumelo Chavani12 Aug 20212 min read
PoetryDeception
Broken into pieces of sharp bladesHidden behind the scary dark shadesBuried in sadness with no lucid meaningA quintessence of grief, trying to seek healing
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane12 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryBlue; my different shade of blue
My blue is dark, yours is light Your blue is day, mine is night Your blue is hope, mine is plight Your blue brings laughter, mine bring tears Your blue brings freedom, mine brings fears
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane11 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryThe shadow
It’s black behind my backIt listens to me every time I talk aloneBut it’s neither made of flesh nor boneIt is my only companion
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane10 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryShe lives in a world
She lives in a world around peersA world where everyone is afraid to conquer their fearsShe lives in a world full of tearsA world where she cannot find herself
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane9 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryThis is a jeremiad of my hopelessly drowning emotions
From waking up at 6am for a morning jogDown the busy street downtown with my dogThe everyday hangouts and dinners after workFrom scribbling random messages into my diary every morning when I wake…
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane8 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryThe girl who killed my father
She criedBut one day her tears turned into fireFire that dropped to the ground and burnt the earth in ireShe cried and the more she criedWas the more the fire burnt along her skin down to her chin
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane7 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryDepressed child
Sadness is my homieComes out to play only when I am soberHe wouldMake me feel worthless,Play mind games with meOnly to make me feel selfless;
Yarona Monthe6 Aug 20212 min read
PoetryOur blackness to them appears like an inevitable crime
There was love but you chose to hateYou chose to betray God and discriminateYou chose to cast blood upon the black riversYou chose to imbed it in your mind, to stick it to your subconscious forever…
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane5 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryEyes are windows to the soul
They say eyes are windows to the soul But mine are as dark as coal Dark that no matter how careful you try to see through them, you won’t see the pain Like a tortoise my eyes are a protective shell…
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane4 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryA mistaken hardship
They spread the mythsAnd announced my madnessFor they assumed they knew it all..They went further…And verify my passing time.
Ripfumelo Chavani3 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryBroken pieces
When other kids used to brag about their happy familiesI stayed still in my shell like a tortoiseI always stayed quiet, that they would never hear my voiceI ran to the back of the house to wipe off…
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane3 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryThe note she left on the worktop
It was one summer night and the sky was raining its cold mistMy body was feeling light and lifeless like the watch that was wrapped around my wristThe house too was scared,signaling there’s nobody…
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane2 Aug 20213 min read
PoetryI’m fine
I told my mom I’m fineBut she watches me every time she talks to me about you and I swallow back my tears
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane1 Aug 20211 min read
PoetryI know, I remember (p.s. I still do)
I know how I felt the first time I saw youI know my heart skipped beats more than once or twice in a semi- secondI know I stammered the whole day because words kept running away from meEvery time you…
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane30 Jul 20213 min read
PoetryShe broke hearts but earned cuts
She was young and naïveGrowing without love drove her to look for it in the wildest of placesShe got lost between finding love that is worth the price and just lust for the beautiful facesAnd she met…
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane30 Jul 20211 min read
Music reviewSereetsi and the Natives mind-blowing collaboration
Multi award winning contemporary artist, Sereetsi and The Natives, brought a different melody for his fans on his highly anointed third album that features well recognised singers and song writers…
Keleabetswe Tapologo23 Jul 20214 min read
DrawingLekgoa’s abstract time-lapse
Katso Boseatleng Lekgoa is a young artist with a passion for the art of drawing.
Odirile Odirile21 Jul 20213 min read
PoetryLove
I thought, hesitated and went for itI drowned deep for itMade waves in settled landsLove..yes its loveThey fell in for me
AVO9 Jul 20211 min read
MusicYBPicasso on the highs and lows of rap
Brian Kgosietsile Makoko, born on 7 January, 1998, in Francistown, is a local rapper well known by his stage name,” YB Picasso” which started in high school mostly from his friends and family.
Caron Moloi8 Jul 20215 min read
PoetryMourning
Sadness, bereavement or lamentation;The most terrible state of humanity survival,War between soul, mind and heart;Thorn in my skin, tumor in my brain;What should be done?
Ripfumelo Chavani6 Jul 20212 min read
Graphic DesignBranding businesses to success
Visual arts continue to evolve and improve with time.
Keleabetswe Tapologo4 Jul 20214 min read
FashionWeddings persevere – A silver lining
“TŠHABA E E SENANG NGAWO KE MONKA E LATLHEGILENG”
Poppie Moseki4 Jul 20212 min read
PhotographyBotswana’s father of photography
Maatla Hendry Kebautlwetse, a.k.a Maatla Kebs, is a vibrant photographer who was born in Orapa and raised in Lobatse.
Caron Moloi2 Jul 20211 min read
MusicQ&A with Madd Bwoy Khaki
A: Well, I talk a lot.
Maverick Kabelo2 Jul 20212 min read
Literary ArtsMAMAs nominated: Best Author
BESIDES BEING GIFTED, LONELINESS INSPIRED ME TO WRITE
Ripfumelo Chavani1 Jul 20212 min read
Book ReviewAgainst the odds
Another week another great local Author and this week we are getting wisdom from Ozzil Gopolang with his book titled ‘Against the odds‘.
Same Muzila25 Jun 20214 min read
PoetryApple of my eye
Can I tell you a secret?Please promise you’ll keep it.I’ve kept it deep within,But now I should preach it.There’s a girl whom I love,An angel from above.Although things may get tough,I’ll never get…
Ripfumelo Chavani23 Jun 20213 min read
MusicHan C on top of the chart
Han C, a Botswana singer-songwriter, has been sitting on international charts and hundreds of thousands of streams.
Maverick Kabelo19 Jun 20211 min read
Music reviewAbTheActivist drops “To The Top” with OneTake
AVO managed to get a moment with the young and talented AbTheActivist.
Same Muzila11 Jun 20211 min read
CinematographyThe brains of cinematography
In life one never stops learning, we got an opportunity to talk to one of the best cinematographers, who goes by the name Ronald Moabi aka ClouttGrapher X, an 18 year old young man who comes from…
Keleabetswe Tapologo9 Jun 20213 min read
DrawingJakamotako art’s life
Kefentse Keboitse, a 29 year old Serowe native, is a full time artistic coloured pencil drawer.
Odirile Odirile6 Jun 20213 min read
MusicLone RnB king single-handedly aims for the stars
He has a voice that always melts the ladies’ hearts and sounds so angelic, probably why he has dubbed himself Sal AngeL.
Kabelo Leon Mbaya28 May 20213 min read
Short StoryA shy, young woman bumps into her soulmate
Not all days of the week were good and exciting as one would think or perceive.
AVO27 May 20214 min read
Music reviewNgwana’msetsana
This week we are shining the spotlight on the all new Ubuntu Band.
Same Muzila24 May 20211 min read
MusicPah Chihera talks about her childhood, career, and late uncle
Pamhidzai ‘Pah Chihera‘ Mbirimi is an actress and singer who specializes in Afro-Jazz.
Maverick Kabelo22 May 20212 min read
PhotographyStriving in photography despite phone technical advancement
Neutral Photography is a Botswana-based freelance action sports and events photography company owned by Kagiso Keorapetse.
Keleabetswe Tapologo22 May 20214 min read
Short StoryHer best friend’s death
My bestfriend was the truest thing to ever happen to me and for me.
AVO20 May 20217 min read
Music reviewDa qutness – Kaosane
With his newly released song ‘Kaosane’; We asked more about it and Da QuTness had so much to say.
Same Muzila19 May 20211 min read
Literary ArtsPain isn’t the worst thing
Baone Peace Moalosi is a 20 year old, Mochudi born writer/poet and author of Pain Isn’t The Worst Thing.
Same Muzila18 May 20212 min read
DrawingUsing trends as a means of illuminating life through eye catching portraits.
Visual art covers a broad spectrum, and as unique as they come they all have a way of fascinating the human eye.
Keleabetswe Tapologo18 May 20214 min read
Literary ArtsTears on my mother’s shoes
Ms Lame Pusetso is a writer, poet, master of ceremony, spoken word artist, motivational speaker, poetry adjudicator and owner of a publishing company.
Zanele15 May 20213 min read
ModellingArtist of multiple talents
Among the many artistically brilliant young people in the land of Botswana is the very versatile Winnie Karabo Moalosi.
Odirile Odirile15 May 20213 min read
Music reviewFME djs – Mo Spacing
Today we shine the spotlight on Botswana’s amapiano trio FME DJs.
Same Muzila29 Apr 20211 min read
MusicHT Tautona talks career, marriage and industry
Kelebogile Mabua, who is commonly known by the name “HT Tautona”, gave us insight of his inspiring life as a music artist.
Maverick Kabelo27 Apr 20212 min read
Music reviewStretch – Eyiedzi Buyantanshi
Stretch‘s debut album as a solo artist, Eyiedzi Buyantanshi, is a new type of genre that he is attempting to pioneer, ‘Neo-Afro’.
Maverick Kabelo26 Apr 20212 min read
Music review6eorge Staggz – Flowertown Hero
6eorge Staggz, a rapper and entrepreneur, recently released Flowertown Hero, a ‘movie soundtrack’ ep.
Maverick Kabelo19 Apr 20211 min read
MusicJordan MoOzy on his childhood, nationality and music career
Emmanuel ‘Jordan MoOzy‘ Muzenda is a singer and songwriter born on the 29th of July 1998, hailing from Gaborone, Botswana, with roots in Masvingo, Zimbabwe.
Maverick Kabelo17 Apr 20213 min read
MusicJazz musician shares his journey
Henry Philemon, a Jazz artist from South Africa, took us on us a journey of his upbringing and career as a musician.
Caron Moloi20 Mar 20212 min read
PhotographyDudewiththething
Raised by a loving single mother, he first took interest in this industry at only seven years old after watching the movie, World War 2.
Maverick Kabelo14 Mar 20212 min read
MusicThe hardest lesson Daqutness had to learn
Oteng Onalekitso Moilwa, popularly known as Da QuTness, is the producer of the hit song “Tinto”, by William Last KRM.
Caron Moloi30 Jan 20212 min read
PhotographyBina Daniel shoots for the stars
Bina Daniel, a talented photographer from Portharcourt, Nigeria, gave us an intriguing insight into his career in photography.
Caron Moloi19 Jan 20211 min read
Music reviewAlcaido – Life through a Keyhole
Theophillus Ntakhwana, also known as Alcaido, is a talented local artist who is working on an EP project called “Life through a Keyhole“.
Caron Moloi23 Aug 20201 min read
PoetryDark way
We suffered along the long journeyThe road was grumpyWe strived and fought for whats bestBut the efforts ended effortlesslyPandemic made everyone uselessWhat you invest in fighting was useless
AVO11 Aug 20201 min read
Music reviewDK Abra – Amen
Dk Abra is a Hip-Hop artist who recently produced and directed a spectacular musical project, that features various artists.
Caron Moloi10 Aug 20201 min read
MusicYou are only as good as your next
Nicole Martinez was born on 28 October and raised in the streets of Bontleng, a popular township in Gaborone.
Caron Moloi8 Aug 20203 min read
Music reviewGavin – Pluto’s favorite
“Pluto’s Favourite” is an album EP by GXVIN, which is inspired by Baby Pluto, commonly known as Lil Uzi Vert.
Caron Moloi8 Aug 20201 min read
Music reviewCrayon – Introspection
Toro “CrayOn” Tseleng has been working on a tape titled ‘Introspection’ since early this year, as a challenge to himself.
Caron Moloi7 Aug 20201 min read
Music reviewSlow g & Luther October – Ngwana Yo
Fresh Mafia Entertainment artists (Slow G & Luther October) are set to drop the first single from their upcoming EP, which is a 3-minute long song about girls based in urban and town areas.
Maverick Kabelo5 Aug 20201 min read
Music reviewFlyboi Yung Kay – Hotspot
The song, Hotspot, by Flyboi – Yung Kay was recorded during the first lockdown while he was at The Golden Audio, with the company of Click K44, Shaba Stele and Teddy.
Caron Moloi3 Aug 20201 min read
Music reviewOfficial Max – Pretty Girl
The Dancehall song, Official Max‘s first single to drop, is about his crush who he calls “Pretty Girl“, because he prefers to keep her name to himself.
Caron Moloi3 Aug 20201 min read
Make-upAward nominated Mau talks to Poppie
Talent is an understatement for the beautiful Botho Pearl George.
Poppie Moseki1 Aug 20202 min read
Music reviewAlain Bright – Bright world
Phatsimo Goilwang, commonly known as Alain Bright is dropping a 5 track EP titled “BRIGHT WORLD” which features Current, with production from Vacks99 and Flex the Ninja:
Caron Moloi29 Jul 20201 min read
PhotographyThe computer scientist photographer
Pedro Oliveira is a Brazilian dude, fanatic for soccer, who spent most of his adult life in the United States of America, loves M&Ms and taking pictures.
Maverick Kabelo12 Jul 20207 min read
MusicAn eager beaver in the music industry
Today’s feature is with none other than a singer and producer Mopati Ngidi, a Southern African alternative musician famously known as “7DaysOfSummer.”
Maverick Kabelo4 Jul 20203 min read
FashionEsthetically rich and pleasing fashion designer
Puisano Sane is the Founder and Creative Director of The Denim Loft BW.
Poppie Moseki1 Jul 20203 min read
MusicQ&A with Rasun
Rasun, one of the best Dancehall/Raggae musicians in the world, is loved by many for his crisp fresh voice.
Maverick Kabelo27 Jun 20205 min read
Book ReviewRenée Dipheko talks about her book, Midnight Thoughts
“I find the night sky very surreal.
Maverick Kabelo27 Jun 20203 min read
Graphic DesignQ&A with the deaf designer
Who are you and what do you do?I now find the question “Who are you” deeply philosophical!
Maverick Kabelo26 Jun 202011 min read
MusicQ&A with Ammara Brown
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Maverick Kabelo24 Jun 20205 min read
Literary ArtsMiso on her poetry breakthrough experience
Miso Mphasha is a 19-year-old Motswana poetess currently pursuing her studies as a Charted Accountant at Botswana Accountancy College.
Burnt Out Phoenix13 Jun 20205 min read
PoetryWhen Karma gets angry
Time passes by and happiness seeps awayMy mind remains a vacant playground, allowing pain to come playEmotions come and go, day by dayAll I realise is I’ve intimidated Karma, and its my time to pay
Refilwe J. Mokgatlenyane23 May 20201 min read
PoetrySnakes in suits
Your face displays a smile,But your teeth are sharp than even a knife.There is a devils loud cry behind your giggles.They won’t notice if they don’t study you cause you are tricky just like…
AVO18 May 20201 min read
PoetryMy storms
I like the little calm moments before the storm…The genuine I Love You’s.The him sweeping me off my feet moments where I feel like all existence has stopped because the only thing that seem to be of…
Burnt Out Phoenix17 May 20201 min read
MusicQ & a with Toro tseleng/crayon
Im a 21 year old guy, almost 22.
Maverick Kabelo21 Apr 20205 min read
MusicQ&A with Obvdo/OG Beezy
Mr.ObvdO aka OG Beezy is an innovative young artist from Jwaneng Botswana born and raised Okoth Asante Obado.
Maverick Kabelo16 Apr 20209 min read
MusicQ&A with Calzado Anim
Stage Name : Calzado Anim Birthday : Jan 2
Maverick Kabelo12 Apr 20203 min read
SportsKosmas Dudie Mamaloukos
Your typical 16 year old young man, who goes by the name Kosmas Dudie Mamaloukos.
Burnt Out Phoenix7 Mar 20202 min read