{"id":83266,"date":"2026-04-21T07:19:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T07:19:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/botswana\/all-news\/theres-a-new-bowling-alley-in-town"},"modified":"2026-04-21T07:32:36","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T07:32:36","slug":"theres-a-new-bowling-alley-in-town","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/botswana\/all-news\/theres-a-new-bowling-alley-in-town","title":{"rendered":"There\u2019S A New Bowling Alley in Town"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Botswana. <\/strong><\/span>There\u2019s something cinematic about the sound of pins crashing and now, Gaborone has its own stage for that moment. Africa Plays, opening April 18, isn\u2019t just introducing ten-pin bowling; it\u2019s flipping the script on how the city unwinds.<\/b><\/p>\n

Set between the old Orange building and KB Mall, a stone\u2019s throw from the bus rank in Gaborone this new hotspot arrives as Botswana\u2019s first mega indoor entertainment hub, a bold answer to the age-old question: \u201cWhat are we doing this weekend?\u201d<\/p>\n

BUILT FOR JOY, DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE<\/p>\n

The brainchild of co-founders Yogi and Radhika Bhanote, Africa Plays is deeply personal. What began as a search for something fun for their children evolved into an ambitious, all-in-one playground.<\/p>\n

\u201cI have three young children… it was very apparent that there\u2019s not much for children to do,\u201d Yogi told Time Out. \u201cOur ethos… is somewhere under one roof… for babies, toddlers, teens, adults, and even up to 80 year olds.\u201d<\/p>\n

And it shows. From the warm orange hues to the thoughtful textures, the space feels intentional soft, welcoming, alive.<\/p>\n

He said: \u201cThis is somewhere that we really feel that anybody and everybody can come and play and have fun.\u201d<\/p>\n

THE BOWLING EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s talk action. The bowling lanes? Slick, immersive, and just competitive enough to spark friendly rivalries. The shoes fit, the lanes glow, and every strike feels cinematic.<\/p>\n

Even if your aim is questionable, the vibe carries you.<\/p>\n

DEFYING GRAVITY, ONE JUMP AT A TIME<\/p>\n

Then comes the trampoline park pure, unfiltered joy. It\u2019s the kind of place where adults forget themselves mid-air and kids refuse to leave.<\/p>\n

The bounce is springy, the space feels safe, and the laughter? Constant. Add in the ninja course, and suddenly you\u2019re climbing, balancing, and chasing adrenaline like it\u2019s second nature.<\/p>\n

And yes, the socks-on rule? A small but thoughtful touch that makes the entire experience feel curated and clean.<\/p>\n

MORE THAN A GAME<\/p>\n

With a toddler zone, coffee shop, and a second floor already in the works, Africa Plays isn\u2019t just a venue it\u2019s a movement. A place for birthdays, casual hangs, and those spontaneous \u201clet\u2019s do something different\u201d nights.<\/p>\n

Safe, vibrant, and buzzing with energy, it delivers exactly what Gaborone didn\u2019t know it needed: a place to reconnect through play.<\/p>\n

Prices will be released before the official opening on 18 April, 2026.<\/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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