The 12th Botswana Musicians Union (BOMU) Music Awards, an annual celebration of musical excellence, has announced the hosts for this year’s grand event, scheduled to take place on December 16, 2023, at Royal Aria, Tlokweng. The extravaganza night will be broadcast live on BTV at 8:00 PM. The highly anticipated ceremony will feature three hosts.
Taking the lead on the main stage will be two distinguished personalities: Entrepreneur, DJ, Producer, and one of Botswana’s most esteemed musical exports, Thato Sikwane, popularly known as DJ Fresh, along with esteemed media personality and entrepreneur Khumo ‘Miss GeeKays’ Kgwaadira. The red-carpet event will be hosted by the award-winning radio host Kedi ‘Lezozo’ Molosiwa. The theme for this year’s awards is “Music Beyond,” and “Beyond Music,” aiming to inspire both established and emerging artists to create music that transcends the ordinary.
The theme signifies the entire journey leading up to the Awards, recognizing and rewarding the essential contributors and musicians of the industry. The Top six categories determined by the public include Best Female, Album of the Year, Song of the Year, as well as Best Group/Duo. DJ Fresh expressed his delight in being part of the 12-year celebration, stating, “It is such an incredible honour to be trusted with such a mammoth task. I am looking forward to being a part of what will be a historic awards ceremony.” Positioning the event as a platform for the nation to recognize Botswana’s preeminent and daring artists, the BOMU Music Awards annually applaud those who continually impact, inspire, and bring joy to the hearts of the audience.
BOMU President Phemelo Lesokwane emphasized the importance of nurturing and affirming musical artistry, stating, “The BOMU Music Awards play a pivotal role in recognizing and affirming the incredible talent within our country. This year’s event promises to be bigger and better, and we are thrilled to have partnered with Events Lab, a local events and production company, to execute a stellar program leading up to the main event.”
Partners like the Department of Broadcasting Services (DBS) will seal everything to deliver and stage an event to remember. DBS, the trusted official broadcast partner, will ensure that all the excitement reaches all corners of the country. Having been involved in big productions (both regional and continental), their expertise and experience cannot be overemphasized. “When we received the proposal and the plan from BOMU and Events Lab, we bought into the vision. And as broadcasters, we promise a world-class production,” exclaimed Joel Thuto, General Manager of BTV.
The collaboration with Events Lab ensures a series of engaging and exciting activities leading up to the awards night. The hosts of the show, DJ Fresh, Miss GeeKays, and Lezozo, bring a unique blend of talent, charisma, and experience, promising an unforgettable celebration of Botswana’s musical achievements, now beheld as the clock ticks to D-day.
The energetic Lezozo can’t wait to see the fashion and Instagram-perfect moments on the red carpet. “I am so excited to be part of the movement changing the creative landscape in our Arts and Culture. It is both humbling and validating, and I cannot wait to usher in our BW celebs on the red carpet come December 16th. All roads lead to Royal Aria, so get your glam and ticket and join in on the historic night,” she said.
