Author: Fantastic Moments

Bongani Buzzman began his creative journey as an intern on the popular BTV drama “Re Bina Mmogo” before founding a multimedia company that offers postproduction services for music videos, television commercials, and documentaries. The transition to Lightwork Studios stemmed from his desire to tell stories that resonate with Batswana. The company has produced six seasons of “Flavours of Africa,” a food television series for Botswana Television, and numerous television commercials for some of Botswana’s prominent brands. “Khumo ya Dinaledi” depicts the life of a college dropout who has to rebuild his life after recklessly squandering his inheritance. The characters and…

Banking giant,  Access Bank Botswana has announced the launch of its groundbreaking “W” initiative, designed to inspire, connect, and empower women across the country. As the first of its kind, this initiative marks a pivotal step in the bank’s commitment to providing tailored financial solutions that cater specifically to the needs of women. The “W” Initiative goes beyond traditional banking, offering a holistic platform that supports women in achieving their personal and professional goals. From customised savings and investment products to business loans and mentorship, Access Bank’s “W” Initiative is designed to help women grow their wealth, start and expand businesses, and form…

A local garment producer, Collections by BK Proctor, has announced a significant P50,000 donation to the MET Design Kiddies Academy. This bold gesture is part of the brand’s ongoing commitment to nurturing and developing young creative talent in Botswana. The donation is set to fund critical resources, including essential design machines, materials, stationery, and the renovation of the Block 9 workshop, which will serve as a vibrant hub for aspiring young designers. “We believe in the power of creativity, and that starts with giving the next generation the right tools to succeed,” says BK Proctor, Founder and Creative Director of…

Heating up storytelling, National Geographic (DStv Channel 181) will be premiering the true-crime series KILLER LIES: CHASING A TRUE CRIME CON MAN starting on Sunday, 6 October 2024 at 21:00CAT.The three-part series tracks the rise and fall of serial killer expert Stéphane Bourgoin whose dark lies are exposed by sleuthing fans. Produced by The New Yorker Studios and Left/Right and based on Lauren Collins’s 2022 New Yorker exposé “Murder, He Wrote,” KILLER LIES: CHASING A TRUE CRIME CON MAN expands on Collins’s investigation into the rise and fall of a provocative French serial killer expert, Stéphane Bourgoin, who became famous for his extraordinary resume of jailhouse interviews with serial killers as well as his personality quirks, and his…

Following the success of two past campaigns where a total of 4 customers walked away with cars and other various prizes amounting to P1.4 million, Vivo Energy Botswana is thrilled to bring back the “Shell Win a Car” campaign this time Bigger, Bolder and Better. In the “Shell Win a Car” promo that will run from 23 September 2023 to 15 December 2024, we will see three lucky winners walk away with one of the three brand-new cars monthly and other customers bagging weekly prizes through the twelve weeks campaign period. Over the next three months, we are giving consumers a chance to change their lives by winning with Shell under the Big Idea “Cruiser ka…

New sheriff in Botswana football, Tariq Babitseng has withdrawn the leadership of Maclean Letshwiti at the Botswana Football Association presidency to take the reins at Lekidi Football Centre at the recent elective general assembly held in Palapye on September 14, 2024.  In a fiercely contested battle, Letshwiti who was seeking third term in office withdrew from the race after round one’s failure to produce outright winner with 70% majority. After round one, Babittseng scored 21 while Letshwiti had 16 with the dark horse Masego Nchingane with 1 vote. The arrival of Babitseng has drawn attention of FIFA president Gianni Infantino…

MTV Africa has announced the launch of its newest hit reality series, Nadia Beyond Bragga, a show that will give audiences an unprecedented look into the life of rapper, entrepreneur, and television personality Nadia Nakai. premiering on Tuesday, 12 October at 18:00 CAT. Following the success of reality show Have Faith, the new show Nadia Beyond Bragga will take viewers beyond the glitz and glam, providing an intimate look at who Nadia Nakai is outside of her relationship with the late rapper AKA. The show delves deep into her life as an artist, entrepreneur, and a “girl’s girl”, while exploring the complexities of her personal relationships. As an acclaimed artist,…

Standard Bank has announced the broadening of its Mauritius offshore offering to the servicing of family-owned businesses and local corporates across sub-Saharan Africa who may wish to use the Indian Ocean Island as a gateway for trade and investment. The bank is building on its long-standing presence on the island, which has historically focused on global multinationals and large listed companies through its Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) arm since 2001. Family-owned businesses will now have access to all the benefits that Mauritius, as the leading International Finance Centre (IFC) in Africa, has available through the introduction of a dedicated…

SPR Consultech, a pioneering technology and business consultancy firm, has officially launched its operations in Botswana. The launch event, held today in Gaborone, was graced by the Minister of Entrepreneurship, Honourable Karabo Socraat Gare, underscoring Government’s commitment to fostering technological growth and innovation within the country. The business is set to revolutionise the consultancy landscape in Botswana, offering tailored technology-driven solutions aimed at improving business efficiency, digital transformation, and operational excellence across various industries. Speaking at the launch, Honourable Minister Gare emphasisedthe critical role technology plays in the growth of Botswana’s economy. “SPR Consultech’s arrival in Botswana marks a significant milestone in our country’s journey towards technological advancement and economic diversification. We are excited to see how this company will contribute to our…

The hunt for the Formula 1 Drivers’ and Constructors’ World Championship titles will continue in Round 18 of the 2024 season, the Singapore Grand Prix, held at the Marina Bay Street Circuit on the afternoon of Sunday 22 September. DStv is your ultimate destination for motorsport fans, while DStv Stream allows viewers to watch their favourite sport live anywhere, any time. Upgrade to DStv Premium to enjoy the fastest sport in the world. Earlier in the campaign it appeared as if Max Verstappen and Red Bull would be runaway winners of the Drivers’ and Constructors’ titles respectively, but this unpredictable season continues to enthral, with this past weekend’s…