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Africa-Press – Botswana. <\/strong><\/span>COSBOTS\/BOMU unite to fight substance abuse<\/b>
\nLocal artists have formed a united front in the fight against drugs and substance abuse.<\/b><\/p>\n

Both Copyright Society of Botswana (COSBOTS ) and Botswana Musicians Union(BOMU) collaboratively held a mental health and anti drug and substance abuse campaign for the creative sector on Tuesday in Gaborone at Tsholofelo Community Hall.<\/p>\n

The coalition was launched at a similar forum in Francistown on the 9th of April, which attracted various artists from across the Greater Francistown.<\/p>\n

Held under the theme \u201csobriety is talent above the influence, the campaign created awareness on the dangers of drug use as well as ways of preventing prohibited activities related to narcotics.<\/p>\n

Addressing the artists, BOMU President Phemelo \u2018Fresh\u2019 Lesokwane said it\u2019s imperative to collaborate to achieve a drug free creative sector.<\/p>\n

Lesokwane said they plan to use different online platforms for exchange of ideas, and also further raise awareness through various artistic mediums to reach more artists.<\/p>\n

He said drugs while they can provide temporary relief have long term effects and make artists desperate for money.<\/p>\n

The BOMU President urged local creatives to prioritize their mental health, and seek professional help.<\/p>\n

\u201cHelp is always available. You\u2019re not alone,\u201d said Lesokwane.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Botswana. COSBOTS\/BOMU unite to fight substance abuse Local artists have formed a united front in the fight against drugs and substance abuse. 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