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New Molosi film begins production in Gaborone.
- Test Your Love, Too stars Donald Molosi
- Test Your Love, Too comprises of 100% Botswana cast and crew
- The film will be released digitally this festive season, followed by an international tour in 2021
Gaborone, Botswana/ November 16, 2016.
Amid the depressed creative economy in the country currently, a new film starring Botswana-born international actor Donald Molosi has begun production in Gaborone. The film, called Test Your Love, Too boasts a 100% Botswana cast and it is being entirely shot in Gaborone with a local Botswana production company. According to the International Movie Database (IMDB), Test Your Love, Too was written by Jenny Ledikwe, stars Donald Molosi and the story revolves around a young couple as they work to mend their marriage.
At the time of printing, the IMDB had not updated the names of the supporting actors in the film but still images from the set show upcoming Merciah Bonolo Moletsane and veteran actress Kgomotso Tshwenyego both filming scenes with Molosi. The star of Test Your Love, Too, 34-year old Donald Molosi made history as the first Motswana to perform on Broadway in 2008, a year after his first Hollywood role in 2007 opposite Matt Damon.
Molosi is currently a Chevening Scholar in the United Kingdom. “I never thought I would be shooting a film during my year as a Chevening scholar because my Master’s is a lot of work but when the opportunity came for me to film at home I had to say yes to a work trip to Botswana,” chips in Molosi who is in Botswana only for a week of filming his parts in the film before returning to London.
In the new film, Test Your Love, Too Molosi says he is portraying a character that Batswana will fully see themselves in. Molosi says that Test Your Love, Too is aesthetically unlike any project he has ever done. “Test is a film that seeks to please and reach the viewers more than the studios, and I am proud to be part of such a project. My character in Test is a Motswana man called Mpho and we follow his journey as he learns what commitment in a marriage looks like for him. All this subtle exploration of his masculinity happens against the backdrop of modern Gaborone life and its trappings – which makes for irresistible drama and entertainment.”
Test Your Love, Too is slated for a late December 2020 digital release, the month that the award-winning actor turns 35. The film will begin its world tour in 2021 in different continents. “Test is a story of love and hope – I think Batswana need a story like that right now as we navigate these uncertain times of COVID-19 and I am happy that this film will be released in time for Christmas holidays to give us all a little more love and hope. In a heartwarming way, this film honors the place of our elders in our families as Batswana and that is thanks to its amazing writer Jenny Ledikwe.”
The actor is scheduled for speaking tour around the UK for 2021 and he says that he will host screenings of the film during the tour. Molosi divides his time between Botswana and the United Kingdom.
Paris Fashion Week became a little more Botswana this October as actress, media personality, and creative entrepreneur Marang Selolwane graced the MAXHOSA AFRICA runway.
Taking to social media, Marang shared her pride in representing Botswana on one of fashion’s biggest stages:
“From Africa to Paris, walking for MAXHOSA was more than fashion; it was a statement. It was history in motion. A celebration of culture, creativity, and connection, shared with my beautiful besties.”
The show, themed #ThePinkTableParis, was a striking celebration of African luxury and craftsmanship — hallmarks of the South African brand MAXHOSA AFRICA, founded by visionary designer Laduma Ngxokolo. Known for its bold knitwear and cultural storytelling, MAXHOSA’s presence in Paris signaled not only a creative milestone for African design but also a moment of pride for the continent’s creative community.
A Botswana Creative on Global Stages
For Marang, this runway wasn’t just about fashion. It symbolized the global rise of Batswana creativity — a reminder that Botswana’s creative talent is ready to be seen, celebrated, and included in global conversations around art, fashion, and culture.
As one of Botswana’s most recognizable creative figures, Marang has seamlessly blended media, entrepreneurship, and fashion throughout her career. Her appearance on the Paris runway reinforces her status as a cultural ambassador, showing that authenticity and representation go hand-in-hand with glamour and grace.
A Celebration of Culture and Connection
The MAXHOSA Paris show was more than a collection — it was a cultural movement. Through vibrant colors, intricate beadwork, and bold silhouettes, the runway showcased Africa’s ability to set trends rather than follow them.
Marang’s participation was not only symbolic of her own journey but also a statement of solidarity with African creatives redefining luxury and identity.
“It was history in motion,” she wrote — and indeed it was. From Gaborone to Paris, this moment reflects the global heartbeat of African creativity.
Botswana to the World
Marang Selolwane’s runway debut for MAXHOSA is more than a personal win — it’s a national moment. It affirms that Botswana’s creative industry has a place at the global table, and that its voices — expressive, grounded, and dynamic — continue to resonate beyond borders.
From Botswana to the world, Marang Selolwane walks not just in style, but in purpose.
Few stories capture the grit and artistry of Botswana’s creative scene like that of Mophato Dance Theatre. Their recent journey to the Cheonan World Dance Festival 2025 in South Korea, where they finished fourth out of thirty-eight global contenders, is not just a result to celebrate—it is a reflection of years of discipline, leadership, and unwavering belief in the power of dance.
Mophato has long stood as one of Botswana’s cultural exports, carrying stories rooted in tradition yet alive with contemporary energy. Their performances are more than choreography; they are carefully woven narratives where rhythm, athleticism, and emotion collide. Every sequence speaks of long nights in the rehearsal room, the resilience to keep going, and the hunger to represent Botswana with excellence on the world stage.
Central to this journey is Andrew Letso Kola, the visionary guiding Mophato with both discipline and care. His leadership has transformed the company into more than a dance troupe—it is now a collective that inspires young people to see possibility in their craft, to understand that discipline and creativity can open doors across borders. After Cheonan, his message to the team was clear: that their art and spirit have already made them champions, regardless of scorecards.
What makes Mophato remarkable is not only what they do on stage, but the hard work behind it. From raising funds to travel, to the countless hours of practice, to holding themselves accountable to the highest standards—Mophato embodies perseverance. And in doing so, they carry all of us along with them, showing that Botswana’s artistic voices can stand proudly in global arenas.
Their fourth-place finish at Cheonan is a milestone, but it is not the end. It is part of a bigger story—a story of Botswana’s creativity pushing boundaries, demanding recognition, and inspiring others to dream bolder. Mophato Dance Theatre reminds us that success is not just about trophies or rankings—it’s about impact, influence, and the courage to keep dancing forward.
Botswana’s own Sandi has proudly announced on Facebook that he contributed guitar work to Shekhinah’s surprise album Less Trouble. While the full scope of his input remains under wraps, we know for sure he played the chords on the album’s intro — a warm, string-led start that sets the tone for a soulful, collaborative project.
Less Trouble brings together an impressive lineup of talent. Featured artists include Lordkez, Mars Baby, Moliy, and Young Stunna, while the producer roster boasts names like Brendon-Lee Johnson, Gregory Abrahams, I’m Not Goofy, Master A Flat, Mzizi, NellzKxhris, Roark Bailey, Rudolph Willemse, Shekhinah, and Vuyo.
We celebrate Sandi for representing Botswana on an album stacked with some of Africa’s most exciting voices. Congratulations!
