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Africa-Press – Botswana. <\/strong><\/span>This is a genre birthed in South Africa\u2019s Limpopo province that soon took local airwaves by storm with its hypnotic drum loops and vibrant vocals.<\/b><\/p>\n

Nata will become redolent with a thrilling soundscape when the inaugural<\/p>\n

Makgadikgadi Salt Pans music event takes centre stage at Nata Bird Sanctuary on 31 May.<\/p>\n

A celebration of rhythm, movement and cultural fusion, the show promises to ignite the village of Nata and its environs with one of Southern Africa\u2019s fastest-growing musical genres in lekompo.<\/p>\n

This is a genre birthed in South Africa\u2019s Limpopo province that soon took local airwaves by storm with its hypnotic drum loops and vibrant vocals, earning it the status of a musical movement.<\/p>\n

\u201cLekompo is trending in Nata\u201d<\/p>\n

Though still relatively new to Botswana\u2019s live performance scene, its digital footprint has proven massive, particularly among the youth. \u201cLekompo is trending in Nata and its surroundings,\u201d said Makgadikgadi Salt Pans music event organiser, Barulaganye Letang, in a telephone interview.<\/p>\n

\u201cThat\u2019s why we thought we should book these artists to perform. It must be noted that this event is for the people of Nata because we thought, why not give them the music that they like?\u201d<\/p>\n

Letang emphasised that while the festival is grounded in local tastes, fans from across Botswana are welcome. \u201cThis is not to say we don\u2019t welcome people from other areas,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

Stage showdown<\/p>\n

Headlining the event are Lekompo heavyweights Shandesh of Sdudla or Slender fame, Janesh of the viral hit Ngwanaka, Kharishma of Fly High Lekompo fame, and Abi Wa Mampela.<\/p>\n

The artists are expected to arrive as early as tomorrow (Thursday) with Letang noting that \u201cconfirmation videos\u201d will soon be released on social media.<\/p>\n

Yet the visiting artists won\u2019t hoard all the attention. Sharing the stagein turn will be beloved local acts such as Charma Gal, Chokoma and crowd-favourite Juu Matere. Other acts include Khoisan, Lizibo, Lioness Ratang, and Leb Gee, making the night a melting pot of musical flavors.<\/p>\n

For the people<\/p>\n

Tickets are priced at an accessible P100 for general admission. \u201cWe priced it like that to make sure we accommodate the very people this event is for,\u201d said Letang.<\/p>\n

He took advantage of the interview to assure attendees of security. \u201cWe are blending guards and bouncers to ensure top-notch safety,\u201dhe said<\/p>\n

With the pans as a backdrop and rhythm in the air, Nata is poised for a night to remember.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Botswana<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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